It was nice to get away for a few days. We spent 5 days at an RV park just relaxing and seeing a few local sites. Of course one was The Quails Nest, a very nice local quilt shop. Who could resist!
We arrived on Sunday, but first thing Monday decided to check The Quails Nest out. I ended up picking out this layer cake. Just love the large prints.Plus all the coordinating color prints. There are 42 ten inch squares. Now to find a fun pattern to use them in. Any suggestions?While shopping on Monday I saw a quilt hanging on the wall done with this pattern. They were out of the pattern, but it was due to come in on Wednesday. They called me and we went over again to pick it up.
After spending some time looking at fabric for that pattern I finally decided to buy the fabric kit made up for it. I have discovered that often buying the kits is more economical. If one adds up all the fabric included you find that you could save about one dollar a yard and I have often still had left over fabric when done. So I am back home. We are back to the heat with temperatures yesterday at 101, and expect to be warmer today. Nothing like being at home with the A/C running in my sewing room contemplating a couple new projects.
I’m not familiar enough with quilt patterns to suggest one. However, that layer cake sure has a wide range of shades that will highlight those large prints!
ReplyDeleteYes! I’ve heard that it’s more economical to purchase kits! A friend of mine even looks for clearance kits just for the fabric! 😊
Oh, yes, the heat. As we wrapped up errands yesterday afternoon, I noticed there were very few cars on the highway. Happy Stitching!
Great to get away from the house every once in a while. And, to have a visit to a new quilt shop makes it even better. I'll look forward to seeing what you do with your layer cake.
ReplyDeleteWonderful fabric choices! I have a layer cake similar to this with a mix of large prints and mixers, and I haven't found a good pattern for it yet either. We are expecting heat index temps over 100 today, and actual temps in the high 90s all week. I was out on my shady front porch briefly this morning and the humidity was horrible already. But my sewing room is cool - in the basement and with AC. I know where I'll be hiding a lot this week.
ReplyDeleteGetting away in an RV sounds wonderful. I'd love to drive to the mountains to get cooler and enjoy the view. I love that layer cake - is it by Basic Grey? Good luck choosing a pattern! I think buying a kit makes lots of sense. Sometimes I buy the same fabrics used in a pattern I love and am very happy with the result.
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Beautiful fabrics. Our temps are just as bad if not worse. UGH. What else is there to do but stay in!?
ReplyDeleteGetting away is most relaxing, but coming home is ever so sweet. I'm glad you had a great time.
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fun fabrics you found on your getaway!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a week deserved break! I love it when I can combine a vacation with quilt shopping! Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun new pattern to try. Buying kits sounds like a great way to get lots of different coordinating fabrics.
ReplyDeleteThat's pretty fabric you found, and a great looking pattern, too. I have bought kits a few times and end up pulling out the fabrics for other projects. I guess it gets used, no matter in which quilt!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty fabric additions!
ReplyDeleteFun fabrics!!! Sorry you had to come back to the heat
ReplyDeleteI have a weak spot for anything by Basic Grey. I can't wait to you what you do with that lovely layer cake!
ReplyDeleteThose are such pretty fabrics. I can see why you ran back to pick it up.
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