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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Wow they are big!!

These 4 blocks together measure 32.5" square. That's huge. I guess I should have known the size of the block when the longest strip was 16.5" but it still surprised me. 4 down 32 to go. These are a couple of the layouts in the whole quilt, the one above the center and this one below what the diagonal lines will look like in the barnraising.
I thought each block was rather ugly when I got them done, but once I saw them on the computer screen I didn't think they looked so bad.




I have a bunch more partial blocks made too but now I need to cut some more pieces before I can continue.
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30 comments:

  1. CathiNovember 4, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    I think they look fabulous!! So much fun to look at!

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  2. floribundaNovember 5, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    you could call it "Kaffe's Cabin" when you're done! I think it's going to be pretty amazing...

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  3. Edith Bieri-HanselmannNovember 5, 2009 at 1:02 AM

    I love this fabric and your quilt will be stunning. Log Cabin is my favorit!
    happy quilting from Switzerland
    Edith

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  4. EvaNovember 5, 2009 at 3:45 AM

    The flower in the middle is a good idea! The colors are gorgeous.

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  5. BeenaNovember 5, 2009 at 4:40 AM

    I think these blocks are gorgeous! I'm sure either layout is going to be fabulous!!

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  6. MariaNovember 5, 2009 at 4:41 AM

    Wanda the strips just look fabulous made into your log cabin. I love that block for a fast quilt especially when they are so large.
    The second layout is my favorite.

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  7. Gene BlackNovember 5, 2009 at 5:56 AM

    Sometimes a single block (or even a small set) lets you look at it to close. Then when the entire quilt is done, you get the surprise of "wow, it really is pretty"
    That is just one of the joys of quilting

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  8. Julie BagamaryNovember 5, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    They are beautiful!

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  9. jovaliquiltsNovember 5, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    Do you cut your log cabin strips on the lengthwise grain? I have wondered whether it's really worth that or not.

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  10. Marion HuyckNovember 5, 2009 at 6:41 AM

    This quilt is going to be awesome! You really can't miss with Kaffe's fabrics, can you?

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  11. Jean November 5, 2009 at 6:42 AM

    Love them....this is a good example of using larger prints for smaller cuts. Lots of people don't think it can be done.

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  12. dianeNovember 5, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    I wasn't sure if I would like these or not but they really are great. What a burst of color and a great way to start my day with a smile! Thanks, Wanda! I can't wait to see it when it's all done.

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  13. imquilternityNovember 5, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    Gorgeous blocks Wanda! For using different fabrics than the book, you've still made them very similar. I can't wait to see the whole top.

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  14. Needled MomNovember 5, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    I love the looks too. It is amazing how well those blocks made up when you put them all together.

    Did your daughter love the quilt? Was she surprised or does she follow your blog?

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  15. Karen - Quilts...etc.November 5, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    I must admit I am not comfortable using so many prints but you make it look so easy. That quilt will be fantastic! Log cabins do go together fast.
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  16. Vicki WNovember 5, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    I love those flower centers!

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  17. DebraNovember 5, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    Stunning! Absolutely stunning!

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  18. RuthNovember 5, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    I love the mix of colors and patterns! Your daily commitment to your art is inspiring!

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  19. RobertaNovember 5, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    What a great way to showcase these beautiful fabrics! Love it!!!

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  20. LucieNovember 5, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    I like these a lot, especially the center flowers.

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  21. Jackie RussellNovember 5, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    Love the blocks!

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  22. Elsie MontgomeryNovember 5, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    Oh, what more can I add! These are really nice... and just show what can be done with the most unexpected fabric choices.

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  23. LeslieNovember 5, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Oh, these blocks are just gorgeous. The fabrics just jump off the screen at me. Really delicious with those flower centers. Have fun and keep posting photos!

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  24. hettyNovember 5, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Those look like fun!

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  25. Kristin LNovember 5, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    Not ugly -- effervescent! And just think, with those big blocks, you won't have to make so many. :-)

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  26. Michael5000November 5, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    Geez, E.C., you are full of surprises. That's the freshest look for a log cabin I've seen in years. Fantastico.

    I don't agree with your ugly-as-singles assessment, but I do agree that they look even better in arrangement. But that's what log cabin is all about.

    p.s. Yes, always still reading, even if I'm more of a lurker these days.

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  27. Gari in ALNovember 5, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    Wow, that is going to be such a beautiful quilt. Lucky the person who gets to sleep under it.

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  28. Vicky FNovember 5, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    Hi Wanda
    Looks great from here!
    I know what you mean about feeling a block is "ugly" when it's so close to your face, then from afar it looks great. A friend and I were doing 5.5-inch log cabins, fussing over which fabrics to use in which blocks, and when our 45-inch top was done we couldn't believe we fussed over the fabrics. Our tops looked almost identical when looked at as a whole.
    Vicky F

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  29. AnonymousNovember 5, 2009 at 11:00 PM

    These blocks are absolutely luscious! Love them all. Size does not bother me at all. (*._,*)

    J~MT

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  30. AnnMay 24, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Do you have any pictures of the finished quilt? I am thinking of making a similar quilt with the flowers as a center block and I am curious as to how yours ended up. Thanks!

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