Design Wall Monday, March 3, 2025

 

All done and ready for Kerry is Kirilowii.  It feels good to have a big completion.  Now what's next?


Using up my Accuquilt Go! to cut the scraps for another project, but of course!  Another Bonnie Hunter so that I can use up scraps from Kirilowii.  This one requires neutrals, reds, and blues.  I have a very good start on the blues that are already in the project basket.  I will be sorting through my already 1.5" scraps for the neutrals and reds then I'll use the Accuquilt Go! to get me the requirements.  This project is Bonnie Hunter's first mystery called Carolina Crossroads.  No sewing yet as there are other projects to get through first.



While at Quilt In A Day this past Friday I learned about the Shop Hop in the area starting next week.  Sharing with you the details.  I may hit one up.  I was a bit surprised that Rosie's wasn't part of the event.



Tossed Nine-Patch scaled down was demonstrated during the Accuquilt Club event too.  Isn't it cute?  I like the smaller size and the 5" squares are part of the pattern.  They added a rick-rack to the mix too.  I just might be looking for this pattern!

What I will be working on is the Sunshine 2024-2025 IDIOM Quilt Challenge.  I have the pattern and fabrics ordered that should be arriving from four different vendors starting later this week.  You know I can't share!

Taking Kirilowii off my Design Wall and replacing with a very cute heart project my mom made the blocks for.  I will be adding some fabrics for border(s) and/or sashing and a back.  When I have it all together it will be sent back for her to donate to a charity in her area.  Mom has a team to quilt (Sherry) and bind (Dale) for her.  Teamwork!  I will be sharing her project on Wednesday.  Until next then happy sewing =^.^=



Sunday Stash Report, March 2, 2025

 


I had the entire top together this morning and ready to brave cutting the tips off.  It is always a tricky part for me.

With the tips off, the next parts were adding the three borders.  This took longer to pin than to sew!  I am thrilled to have Kirilowii finished.  A 2024 UFO complete =^.^=  I will share a photo in tomorrow's post when the light is better.  I love it!


This past Friday I attended an Accuquilt Club event at Quilt In A Day in San Marcos.  This is a monthly event falling on the fourth Friday of every month.  I wanted to learn how to cut strips that would result in stripes cut on a diagonal for binding.  I took advantage of the nice discount offered with Club membership, purchasing the Die Catcher (separate piece to the left of the machine above, under the periodical).  I also used the discount to purchase a 1.5" strip die.  When it is back in stock a 3.5" strip die will be a future purchase.


Now I know!  It is all in how you fold the fabric.  I haven't checked yet, but the Quilt In A Day records these events and I'm told the instruction will be available after it is edited.  Check Quilt In A Day if you are interested in learning more.


This cutter came home with me too (and a second one for Kerry's Birthday gift that is right around the corner).  Nothing like I have seen before, but maybe it was available at Road to California this year.  It is made by Sew Be It Quilts called Quilter's Sidelock.  They can explain it better than me.




These three fabrics also came home with me.  The first two dark blues were purchased for the #2 border of Kirilowii.  I ended up using the one on the top and there may be just have enough for the binding.  If not the second piece will work.  The next fabric is for the background of Millie's Dresses project.  I had hoped to pick up some 30's fabrics, but Quilt In A Day isn't strong on that theme.  I'll be heading to the internet :)  The last will be for popcorn bags.  I have some popcorn fabric and a neighbor who is a gardener.  Mom has been helping me with making the popcorn bags.  There is more to share from my Quilt In A Day excursion so coming back tomorrow to see more and Kirilowii complete.

So the stash numbers change this week...

Used this week: 17.75 yards 
Used YTD: 60.25 yards 
Purchased this week: 5.75 yards
Purchased YTD: 30.25 yards
Net used in 2025: 30 yards