I have been following many of the Blog Hops that Joan and Carol have throughout the year. They are always so much fun. They indicated that there were spots available for the Turkey Trot and Virtual Cookie Exchange so I asked that I be added to the list.
I seem to have accumulated an endless amount of projects and I'm sure some of them may fit with each topic. I have had this pillow kit from Sew Lux Fabric lingering in my dresser drawer for quite a while.
I have always had issues with sewing this Economy Block the traditional way. I end up not having a 1/4" seam on all sides. Probably because my accuracy is not too swift when sewing the triangles to the side. So I nabbed this 6 1/2" Paper-piecing block . I guess paper-piecing does use a little more fabric than the traditional method. But that's fine, I have plenty of stash sitting around. I added another block or two. It worked out fine.
Once the blocks were completed, Lucky helped to lay out the blocks in a pleasing manner.
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Your Fall pillow is fabulous, and the back looks as good as the front!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Elizabeth! It is in use on my couch.
DeleteI love your pillow, especially how each side is different. It feels so good to get those things we have collected, out and finished doesn't it? Your turkey doorstop is just the cutest thing and perfect for the season!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yes, I am trying to work down some of my projects. It's nice to have one done!
DeleteThose economy blocks made a gorgeous pillow and double-sided is so much nicer than one sided. My pillows never sit perfectly on the couch. Now I want to make one, Danette! It will have to be for another holiday, but it's on my list to use up some of the two tons of fabric in my stash. LOL Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carol! I do like the economy blocks now that I have completed this pillow. I think it is fun, too, to have them on both sides.
DeleteIt's wonderful that you made such a cute front and back to your pillow. I think paper-pieced projects are great because they always turn out perfectly. What a cute, cute turkey, too. Grand.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comments. And thank you for viewing my blog. Have a great day!
DeleteYou made a beautiful pillow! And I applaud you for using supplies you already had, instead of going out and buying more (like I always seem to do!) This pillow will warm up any room you place it in, and I know I would use it next to me on the couch as I sip a cup of tea and curl up under a blanket. Your pillow = cozy! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYes, you are correct. Sometimes I go to purchase other fabric. But more and more I have been trying to make use of the fabric that I have. Thanks for your kind comments on my blog.
DeleteGorgeous pillow, and love the chicken! Great work!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Karrin. I really am enjoying them both for the season.
DeleteBeautiful pillow!!! I love how the back and front are different! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comment and viewing my blog!
DeleteYour pillow is beautiful, perfect colors for fall.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. It is growing on me.
DeleteIsn't it funny how you can set a block or piece of fabric down and the cat just HAS to go sit on it?!? What IS that in cat language? The pillow is beautiful and I love that doorstop! Having chickens (and more specifically, a door that needs a stop!) I should make something like that! She's pretty cute!
ReplyDeleteYes, you are so right. I had a quilt laying on the floor for her for days. Did she sit on it - no. But if I lay something new out like these blocks, she just has to investigate. Thank you for visiting my blog.
DeleteFun that you signed up and had a project all ready to go. That chicken door stop is perfect! I know that pillow will get lots of use - it is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathleen. Yes, I'm sure I have plenty of projects to choose from. I am enjoying my Fall projects now. Happy Thanksgiving!
DeleteYour pillow is beautiful but that bird is priceless. Love both of your contributions to this hop.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Selina! I guess I just enjoy having my house filled with items that I have made. It's fun to get them out each year. Happy Thanksgiving!
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