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Friday 13 October 2017

Scraps and coins

We all have scraps lurking somewhere - some in neatly organized piles, or bags, or baskets or boxes, others in strings or slyly skulking in corners wondering whether they will see the light or not.

I can't resist them so when I came across a pattern that looked like it would use up quite a few (see  Vicki's here) I knew I wanted to give it a go.

So 5" strips and some four patches later, joined by some 5" half square triangles and it began to take shape:
And once you get going its a little hard to stop. I thought I'd keep this going until it was close to a bed size. And today I managed to add the borders on so its a finished flimsy. 
The joy comes from also seeing fabric that has been used in many projects before, that have now found homes. Just keeping a small piece that gets to be included in something like this brings a smile to my face. 
And it seems that with coin strips, it doesn't really matter what goes next to what, with a neutral background to give the eye a place to rest, all is well. 
With all that colour going on though, I think a simple stipple may be what is required quilting wise. So we'll see how soon I can get some backing chosen and this quilt sandwiched together. 
Have a happy weekend, this one is a nice way to begin mine. 

Until next time,
Lynn 

7 comments:

  1. It looks so bright and cheerful! I came here through whoop whoop

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  2. I love this colorful quilt! Scrappy quilts are so much fun. You go girl!

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  3. I really like this quilt. It would be just right for my scrap drawer. Can't wait to see it finished.

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  4. You're right, all those coins are playing very nicely together! Great way to use up some scraps :)

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  5. While Vicki's quilt is really wonderful, yours just seems to have an extra spark. LOVE it!!!

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  6. I've had this post open on my computer for days. LOVE your (brighter than the inspiration) version of this quilt!!!

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  7. I love this idea. this year my scraps will be made into 4 patch and strips.

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