Saturday, March 13, 2010

Still working on Dotty...

At this stage, I've got each block sewn together and I'm auditioning fabrics for the center of each circle.


Once I've made my center choice, then I have to remove the vellum from the back of each block before proceeding. I've found that if I spray the vellum with water and let it sit for a minute or two, it softens up and is much easier to remove.

Now it's easy to sew the centers to the blocks using invisible thread (I use Madera) and a blanket stitch.


I'm having fun, can you tell?

14 comments:

Jayne Honnold said...

I love, love, love how you are making use of the Kaffe fabrics. It is so fun to see the way they look together with each other. Rule of thumb: never throw away a Kaffe scrap. Have fun!! :-)

sosarahsew said...

I have a bunch of dotted fabrics. This looks like the perfect use for them. I may need to make a version for myself to use them. Thanks for the idea ... now if you also have some clues for me to find more time...
Sarah

Betsy said...

Terri this quilt is just going to be a masterpiece.

mzjohansen said...

Oh my gosh! What a major winner this will be when it is done. Fabulous!

Exuberantcolor/Wanda S Hanson said...

I can see you smiling all the way from IL.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Oh wow Terri - how very fun!!

Cathy @ CabbageQuilts said...

This is going to be an awesome quilt Terri, I adore the fabrics you are using. I have been away for a little while...did you make up this pattern? It's going to be a stunner. xo

Jackie's Stitches said...

This is coming out beautifully. Each block deserves it's own picture!

Bunny said...

Oh wow this is just beautiful. Is there a pattern for this quilt?

Unknown said...

Yes, I can tell you are having a fantastic time! I wish I was making mine with you!

Diane J. Evans said...

This quilt is stunning, Terri -- I can't remember if you designed the pattern or if it's available for purchase. Please refresh my memory. And continue having fun -- the results are fantastic.

Diane

imquilternity said...

The pattern is "Completely Dotty" and it's a Piece O' Cake pattern. You can find it on their website. I linked to it in a previous post about this fun quilt.

Crispy said...

Wow, I'm loving the centers you are contemplating!! This quilt just makes me smile :0)

Crispy

Jenny said...

wow terri, it just keeps getting better and better!