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Quilting: Potpourri of Practice
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Potpourri of Practice

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Magical Jelly Roll Quilts »

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I also used techniques I learned in this Craftsy course as well other Craftsy courses for free motion quilting. I wanted to reinforce things I learned and made this practice piece.
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Home

Style: Casual

Materials

Leftover fabrics from other projects.

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Karena on craftsy.com
Karena
Jul 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
That's exactly what happened. It looked as thought there was enough contrast in one quadrant, but when I put the block together, it really kind of disappears. Well, this is what we are learning. I do think that it will be OK when I sew the other blocks to it, but I might just do 4 blocks if I'm not happy with it.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jul 14, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
It's fun sharing experiences with other Craftsy course-mates. I give away my "disappointments" and the recipients are usually happy. We are our own worst critics. Nothing we do is a waste of time. and I really enjoy this learning experience. Good luck!
Karena on craftsy.com
Karena
Jul 13, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just finished my first chain saw block. I'm not thrilled with how my color choices turned out, but I have an entire jelly roll to experiment with, so on to block #2!
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jul 13, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
On my block, I was disappointed in the lower left corner because there was not enough contrast with the background. I thought there was enough contrast when I was piecing it but when it was done, I was wrong. I'm sure yours will be fine. We learn a lot as we gain experience.
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Surfside6
Jun 30, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I love the colors, as I said before. My only problem is the "chain saw title" makes me think of some old horror movie from the 80's.......scary. Don't think I can look at a whole quilt == the table would be enough LOL
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 30, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You are so right!!! Doing our own quilting is scary enough without thinking about horror movies to make matters scarier. Completing a tabletop quilt is almost like instant gratification so that you are ready to tackle a larger project. No matter what, have fun!!!
Beth245 on craftsy.com
Beth245
Jun 28, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for that tip Arlene - it would be a pity to waste a jelly roll or layer cake if not needed.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
If making a bedsize quilt, the layer cake and jelly roll might be a better choice because all the color selecting is done for you. But for a small tabletop quilt, a few fat quarters and some yardage from scraps work just fine. Good luck and try it!!!
Beth245 on craftsy.com
Beth245
Jun 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Just love your quilt - I look forward to trying this.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Go for it. For a small quilt such as this, I just used fat quarters instead of breaking up a layer cake and jelly roll.
Jadd on craftsy.com
Jadd
Jun 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
thanks i will give it a try
Jadd on craftsy.com
Jadd
Jun 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I bought these marking pencils called ez washout cloth marker and I can't get them to show up on the material. What is the best one I can get for marking lines on dark material? Thanks Jennie
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 27, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
For marking straight lines, I like to use the hera marker because it only creases the fabric and you can sew over it. I've also used blue painters tape and stitched along the side. I use either 1-1/2 inch or 2 inch tape.
Jadd on craftsy.com
Jadd
Jun 27, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thanks i will give it a try
Daisey867 on craftsy.com
Daisey867
Jun 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This looks like a very interesting project. I hope to be able to try it.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 27, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Go for it. It will be fun.
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Surfside6
Jun 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I like the idea of smaller pieces, too. I need a couple of table tops, so that might be a good way to kill two birds with one stone. Your project looks great (colors so pretty)
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 27, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Since I'm a newer quilter I like having these smaller projects lying around the house. If somebody wants something, I give it away..
desna on craftsy.com
desna
Jun 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful, love this quilt
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 27, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. It was fun.
AuntieBelle on craftsy.com
AuntieBelle
Jun 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very pretty, great job. Love the way you chose to quilt it.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 24, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. I still need to practice a lot more and these smaller projects are a great for trial and error.
Karena on craftsy.com
Karena
Jun 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful chain saw. Love the color choices as usual, Arlene.
Arlene C on craftsy.com
Arlene C
Jun 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you.

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