At the beginning of 2015, well at least I think it was then. Time flies when your having fun. I signed up for a BOM with Julie at the Intrepid Thread. Every month she sent me a packet of fabrics to make my blocks. It did pretty well for a month or two, but then my short attention span lead me astray. I kept getting my packets though, since I had promised to be part of the BOM. I ended up with a big basket full of wonderful Cotton and Steel prints.
Since then I have made several projects with them, but it seems that as soon as I turn out the lights and close the door they multiply. Since I belong to a quilt guild that does charity quilts I decided to see if I couldn't get these left overs under control. If I make a couple quilt tops and provide the binding they provide backs, batting, and quilt them. They then are given out to various needy organizations throughout our community. Last October they gave over 220 quilts out to five different organizations.
I cut 75 [3 inch by 12-1/2 inch] strips, pretty much 2 of each print. Yes, I have that much of the fabric!
I pulled this Modern Handcrafted picture off the internet. It seems like the perfect choice to use up these fabrics.
Then I purchased two yards of Kona Shadow, it is a light grey that works well with not only some of the prints with white in them, but others with off whites and grey and even tans. I had enough still to cut some binding as well. In fact I have enough [two giant size zip- lock bags] left overs to make some more.
At least this an attempt to somehow get things under control so I am linking up with
Oh, I really like that Modern Handcrafted pattern!
ReplyDeleteWow! That is a lot of fabric. Love that pattern too, that will really showcase some of those nice Cotton + Steel prints beautifully!
ReplyDeletewow, wow!
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful idea!!
thanks so much for linking up too!
Sounds like a great plan... your 'modern' C & S fabrics will look lovely with the Kona Shadow.
ReplyDeleteThe quilt pattern is perfect for your fabric collection. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteThis is going to be so pretty!
ReplyDeleteExcellent choice for a way to use that fabric! The quilt will be beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYes! It is a lot of fabric - and very pretty fabric at that! Lovely quilt as well - it looks fun and cheerful! Perfect for someone in need!
ReplyDeleteSo far, so good! Love that Kona Shadow - I'll have to look into that one, as the lightest I've found is Silver. Thanks for sharing on Midweek Makers
ReplyDeleteI think it would be really interesting to see the color of a shadow. Well, I'm pretty sure I'd want a couple of yards the moment I see it! lol But you're right this is going to make a wonderful quilt and that you're generous enough to donate them is even more wonderful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bunch of fabric- great pattern tooo!
ReplyDeleteExcellent idea and great that they are going to charity! Thanks for linking up to #scraptastictuesday.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a wonderful idea and they are sure to be appreciated. Happy stitching!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt will be fantastic.Love your pattern.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you have a winner, it's going to be fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great scrappy quilt pattern and it will be lovely in the Cotton and Steel fabrics!
ReplyDeleteLove the colors you are using for this & the pattern!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see it!
You have a wonderful collection of Cotton and Steel! Those fabrics look perfect for the quilt pattern you chose.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have a great plan! I think the quilt will look awesome. Thanks for linking with Oh Scrap!
ReplyDeleteI love that pattern and the Cotton and Steel. Can hardly wait to see that top done!
ReplyDeleteI'm just new to these types of fabrics and loving them!
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