What did I do at the retreat? I slept! We, Lucie and I, got there on Friday around 5p.m. We said hello to everyone, had a quick bite, unpack our personal things in our respective bedrooms and set up our machines. Then came Saturday morning, it was sewing time. By 7p.m. on Saturday, I was a walking zombie. So, I went and laid down for a short nap. I woke up at 5a.m. Sunday morning. Still fully dressed. Slept for 10 hours straight. I needed this so much. But, sew, I did.
Blue RSC block named Flying Home.
Do you like the white geese all going in the same direction?
Or as in this picture where the blue blocks have the smallest geese touching? The girls had very different reasons for picking one or the other. Now I would like to know yours, please.
Blue RSC blocks named April Fool.
One more blue block is required for this quilt. The orange one is the fabric I bought. I like how this layout forms a "wave" with the white "V". Like a zig zag or chevron.
I brought Spinner along to sew it into a top. It didn't happen because one block still has the stains. I was sure these were all fixed. I took the time to layout the blocks and sew them two by two. Some un-sewing will happen this weekend.
Remember this little block I did due to a SHIB?
Well, it isn't alone anymore. Five more blocks needed for a little baby quilt. I didn't have enough of the medium blue polka-dot so the centre is a dark blue polka-dot. It happens.
Blue crumb blocks were assembled some are not completed or trimmed.
More crumb blocks were made with white fabric for the Stained Glass quilt.
I have enough to finish 6 blocks with these not-trimmed triangles.
Here's the new project I've been cutting, cutting and cutting for 2 weeks prior to the retreat.
It's Plaid-ish. I need to pay attention to the values as some are not quite as "medium" as they need to be. It will be interesting to sew all these blocks together with the skinny strip matching up with the next one. Oh boy! 😳
I want to share this with you. I don't remember seeing this before. I got this strip of fabric from someone. It was sewn together to make it longer. I wanted to use it for the binding of the pink scrap basket. When I turned the strip over to cut it . . .
I had a surprise. Haha! Same print, different company, I guess. Now, we know. If you go back up, you might notice that the white swirls on the right strip are thicker than the left one. You didn't notice it the first time did you? Me either.
Scrap shelves. 😁
Now drum roll, please. How did I do with the blue scraps in February? The before pictures:
The end of the month pictures:
I am surprised by the result. I did refold the fabric in the basket on the right but I thought I had added much more to the darker basket. Of course, I used a lot too. The plastic bags were emptied into a bigger bag to bring to the retreat and I came back with some more but still . . . I'm happy!
Raven is sticking to me like a flea to a dog. His back is much better. He can finally jump on the couch by himself. Depending on the day/weather, climbing the stairs can be tricky for him still. Too many steps I guess, as the couch, it's only one jump. Here, he's pretending to be asleep on my red chair in the sewing room.
Angela called Yellow for March. I'll gather the bags up and show you what I have to work with next weekend.
Have a great one.
;^)
I will visit these talented ladies over the weekend. Hope to catch you there.
I have enough to finish 6 blocks with these not-trimmed triangles. 
19 comments:
Both layouts for the Flying Home blocks look great, but I like the second one best. Gives it some extra movement.
Those flying home blocks look cool - I like them either direction! Nice progress with all that blue scrap.
Your retreat sounds like a well needed break! Love seeing what you worked on, too. I like the white flying geese all going the same direction, like a flock of geese! That strip of the red and white pieces sewn together is very interesting! I would not have noticed the differences if you hadn't pointed it out.
Tes blocks Flying Home sont magnifiques tous ensemble ! J'ai une préférence pour le premier arrangement, le deuxième est beau aussi mais peut-être en retournant tous les blocs un sur deux. Bravo pour tout le travail (et le repos) accompli pendant la retraite ! Bises
I like the first way you arranged the white geese all in the same direction. It makes the design appear three dimensional, and to my eyes, more coherent. I've wanted to make a plaidish quilt for several years, it will be fun to see yours come together.
The Flying Home block is fascinating. Perfect for the RSC. Both directions work for me. I didn't really notice the difference until you pointed it out. If I had to choose, I would select the single direction. It is easier - less optical illusion - on the eyes.
Wow -- so much going on! Glad the retreat was enjoyable and productive. I like the little geese touching. What a difference between the two pink prints!
Beautiful flying home blocks. I like the top one where they are all going the same direction.
What gorgeous blocks you made with Flying Home. Both ways look great to me but maybe the first layout is my favourite. You have been busy with all your beautiful projects, Chantal. Happy Stithcing!
Wow, what a great post! So much eye candy! As for Flying Home, I like both arrangements, but prefer the second just for the drama. You had me laughing at SHIBs, they are hiding all around here. Have a great week!
I like the layout in the first photo best because the white HSTs feel more evenly distributed. You made great progress with your blue scraps!
I am glad you see a nice dent in your blue scraps. I made three quilts in the last 3 months and I don't see that big of a dent!
Lots of lovely blues happening. Isn't that interesting about the red and white swirly fabric. I definitely like the second version of the Flying Home layout, much more movement and interest. However, if they are actually flying home they would be getting into a bit of a pickle! xx
Lots of good work on the blues there!!
As for squirrels , I think my entire sewing life is squirrels!
They are fun to chase and now I really should get my RSC plan for the year more organized. I like lists so maybe a list will help me. Happy stitching!
I think my entire sewing life is squirrels! I like lists so maybe a list will help me focus! Happy stitching!
I like the layout where all the "geese" are flying in the same directions.
Looks like you had a good retreat, even if you came home with even more scraps. And hoping the snow will be winding down soon.
Pat
Great progress on your scraps!!!
You made a great dent in those scrap bags. I like the geese all going the same direction. I feel like the block is busy enough without alternating directions. Will be curious as to your questionaire results and what you end up doing.
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