I measured the seam on the back, set up my seam gauge and cruised right through them. Then, when I compared them to my sample block, well... It seemed like a good idea at the time. Most of my sewing experience is in clothing. Seams are a pretty regular deal, there. Plus, I don't do hand-around garments that are cut and sewn by a number of people at various times. Yeah. I knew this about quilting. But, knowing something and knowing something are two different things. I tore my work out, roughed up the stitching marks, dampened and pressed the pieces and tried again.
On round two, I checked, marked and checked again as I sewed. Voila! They all match the sample. None are particularly square, though. I am hoping I can be along for the ride as they get squared and the top pieced. Some of the ladies have a lot of experience and I'd really like to learn from them.
On another note: Serious gun shopping is about to commence.
2 comments:
It's a very nice mix of patterns. You did a great job but you describe why I won't touch this project! Happy gun shopping:)
I think the quilt is going to be really beautiful, this year. I don't feel intimidated by the process; the idea was that there were some women that were already good at this who were willing to teach those of us that didn't have so much experience. You've got to get in the water to learn how to swim.
I understand the pieces have all been squared and are ready to go together. I can not attend that session :(
Someone loaned me one of the guns I've been wanting to try :)
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