I did more cutting than sewing yesterday but did get 4 blocks sewn. I don't have them all turned the same way and that gives me another idea for a layout.
I have pieces sorted for 8 more blocks. A reminder here for my once a week readers, I am cutting these blocks with my die cutter and the block is Crossed Canoes.
While I had the iron on yesterday morning I pressed the 12 blocks that were already sewn and put them up on the design wall. If they get sewn edge to edge there will be a lot of bulk where 4 blocks come together.
Then I tried them offset by half on every other row which might be interesting. I could find an alternate block to put between them too or a narrow sashing between blocks.
Meanwhile my mind is going 100 mph planning what will be finished, what backings and battings need to be cut, etc.
I am sure you know this, but to do the offset easily you would just not sew the "bottom" block halves together in the even numbered columns. Then put one half at the top and the other at the bottom. Then you have a cohesive design with "no added stress."
ReplyDeleteAre you pressing those seams open?
ReplyDeleteAnother stunner!
ReplyDeleteJust lovely "Tippicanoe and Tyler too" blocks...;)))
ReplyDeleteNice WIP hugs, Julierose
I like the offset layout - unexpected and to me more interesting.
ReplyDeleteOh yes ~ off set blocks on this one. Makes for such a unique pattern. Nice Sunday post
ReplyDeleteJJM
I finally got caught up on reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteI love this canoe pattern and the fabrics you used are so pretty.
I'm looking forward to the end result!
Kay in Kansas
wow...always thought this pattern was somewhat boring but not with kaffe fabrics!
ReplyDeleteIt just shows you, these blocks are so terrific that they have so many ideas and arrangements to drive you crazy. Nice problem to have.
ReplyDeleteThe blocks are great and I know you will come up with a way to put them together that is uniquely you!
ReplyDeleteAre you using a die cutter for the pieces, or are you working from a pattern or template? I've always wanted to make this block, so I'm curious. Yours are so pretty!
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