Monthly Archives: October 2023

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The North Star – EPP Block 09

A block that benefits from the use of light, medium, and dark contrasting fabrics for greatest impact. It is also stunning when made with a low contrast collection of fabrics.

Pattern for this block can be downloaded here.
09-north-starDownload

Still using 4 different fabrics, the blues are low contrasting for a subtle effect. Another option is to make it using one star fabric and one background fabric.

When the background fabric is changed to a dark contrast, the effect is dramatic.

This quilt layout uses 4 of the North Star blocks and a thin 1 inch border. Its finished size is 22 inches square.

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This week’s vlog shares my finished Halloween Quilt and some handy zippered bags. I include resource link in the vlog description for those wanting to try the zippered bag either with machine embroidery or with traditional sewing methods.

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Finishing the Unfinished

In the world of crafting, the UFO is anything but a rare occurrence. UnFinished Objects, the UFO, can also be called unfinished fiber objects in the world of knitting and crochet. At its heart, the UFO is simply a project that, once stated, was never finished. It is important to distinguish the UFO from the Grab n Go projects many crafters keep at a ready for times when crafting is out in the wild (dentist’s office’s lobbies, children’s school performances, stressful social engagements). It is also important to note that the UFO should not be mistaken for the slow projects kept on hand for the occasional break from the must-make-as-fast-as-possible projects and what-was-I-thinking projects which often dominate the crafters time. The UFO is separate from the rest, often because it is tossed into a hidden corner and somewhat forgotten.

However, this languishing UFO is not the only type of UFO in the crafter’s universe. Sometimes a UFO is simply a project put aside because life gets in the way of finishing. It might even be relegated to the infamous To Do pile, much like mending a favorite item of clothing. Every indication says that it will get done, just not at this particular moment. These UFOs are often the joy-filled projects a crafter begins but a misjudgment of time for completion occurs.

It is one of these latter types of UFO I completed this week along with all my other fiber and fabric fun. I share my UFO bag, this week’s English Paper Piecing block, and a few quick projects in my vlog.

Download EPP block 08 here.
08-courtyardDownload

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See the aforementioned UFO in this vlog.

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Cactus Rose – EPP Block 07

A block with so much potential. Change the colors and it can work for any season. I envisioned a Christmas Cactus when I put mine together.

The pattern for this block can be downloaded here.
Cactus RoseDownload

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Check out this weeks podcast for more adventures in fiber and fabric. This week I visited a fiber festival and brought home just a bit of fleece.

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Spool of Thread or Bobbin of Wool: EPP Quilt Block 06

What’s it name? This week’s English Paper Piecing block may be traditionally called The Spool, but in my world the spool of thread and the bobbin of wool compete for dominance. Whatever you choose to call it, this block pattern adds a bit of a spin on the standard block pattern.

The pattern for this block can be downloaded here.
Spool of ThreadDownload

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Plus more inspiration in this week’s podcast.