It is 81 blocks, 9 by 9.
I made each block with scraps from my 1 1/2 inch scrap bin--which is greatly reduced but still has several quilts in it. The scraps include many of my mother's. The solids were also in my stash as small yardage pieces.
I sew them together in 2s, then 4s, then 8. I press to one side and nest the 8 rows together into a block.
The block is then pressed all to one side.
This pressing allows the whole quilt to have butted seams.
I put the quilt together into nine sections of nine blocks each.
Then, put these together in sections, leaving only one long seam that goes for the whole 9 block length.
I have 5 seams left to go!
7 comments:
I really like this. Most postage stamp quilts are just confetti without any resting place. I like the solid color added to each block. If I ever get around to making mine I would like to use your idea if that is OK with you.
I agree with Wanda. The solid colors really make this one special.
It really looks like a party, or a ticker tape parade! You certainly deserve one after piecing this beauty.
Love this scrappy quilt. Agree with the others about the solids. What a great idea!
Way to go Lynn. It looks terrific. Love the scrappiness on this one. Great job.
Really beautiful Lynn. It's almost like a hybrid. You have the 64-square blocks with one solid color, the grid they all make when you stand back, and the colorwash scale of the individual pieces. Great way to start my day.
I love this. You are an artist!!
Sharon
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