Last weekend I finished the last block for the Melbourne Modern Quilt Guild "Oh Beehave"quilt block swap. Kirsty gave use a huge amount of fabric in mainly reds and aquas, with splashes of grey, The instructions were fairly broad and scrappy was the order of the day. As she sent so much fabric, I offered to do two blocks. I was happy with both, but after looking at the pics, wish I had done one slightly differently. Of the two, this is my favourite.
I wish I hadn't put the pale strip through the middle of this block and have told Kirsty that I would be very happy for her to change it if she doesn't like it.
I have really enjoyed my first block swap. At times it was a bit stressful, particularly before we moved back home and I had nowhere to sew. So I was running late with my projects which is very bad Bee form. But since we have been back in the house, things have been on track. But my greatest concern is the fear of mucking up someone's carefully chosen fabrics or producing something they don't like. I think you just have to trust your instinct, and if in doubt, make a practice block. I'm looking forward to the next Bee and am already planning my project.
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I think it's lovely. I love the printed fabrics you've used. The reds and blues look wonderful together.
ReplyDeleteThank you for you kind comments. Kirsty chose the fabrics and with such lovely colours, it was fun to do.
ReplyDeleteI love your blocks - the colours are great. I can see why you're unsure about the pale stripe - but when it comes together as a quilt I'm sure it will look just fine!
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