More squares

So far this week I've added 3 more squares to my Daisy Chain quilt, all in the 4 sets of 6.5" squares.

 In a random layout, here is what it looks like now with 31 blocks completed.  I need to add more of the intricate blocks instead of the 4 square or 1 square per 12.5" block versions.  And probably I need to add some more solid dominated blocks as a resting point for the eyes.

 Last weekend, I attempted to release the parking brake from the car while it was in the driveway only to hear a funny noise and find that even though the handle was released, the parking brake was still engaged and the car would not move.  While waiting at home for the tow truck driver to come to take it in to get fixed, I started on a Mod Mosaic mini-quilt/mug rug as a thank you.  I've never sent a quilty thank you before and it is one that is probably unexpected.  But, I wanted to return the favor when someone did something that made me smile.     I now think I need to make some other mod mosaic style blocks as I like them quite a bit.  I'm glad it is Friday tomorrow.

A block for Alisa

I haven't done much sewing this week and failed to take pictures of the drawstring bags before they were given as wrappings for birthday presents.  But, I did manage to make the 25 patch block for this month of Sew.Bee.Create (and a second 16 patch that I did not take a picture of before I packed it up).  I did try to go slow and match up as many points as possible, but I wasn't perfect.  Argh.  Alisa wanted us to include at least one square from our own stash to make each block unique and ours.  Can you guess which one it is?




Besides drawstring bags, the other project since the last post was selecting and cutting fabrics for Kati's Monster Charm Swap.  I got my favorite color, managed to purchase some that ended up being red-purple in person instead of purple, and had to try again.  These were the final five selected.  Most are from Art Gallery (as were the red-purples) and the first is a Timeless Treasures Bubbles in Purple.  The fabric is now cut and sorted, and is waiting to get packed up and sent off after I buy some labels.

Next project to complete before a Saturday swim lesson is a drawstring backpack with laminated cotton on the inside to put in someone's swim stuff.  Hopefully that will be a successful story for the next time, and I'll be better about taking pictures.