For my colored squares, I will be using scraps and some fat quarters from my stash. And, because I want my quilt to look similar to the LLBean version, I will be using a solid cream color as an accent.
The fabric needs for the first stage will be as follows:
34 strips 1 1/2 x 21 inches of cream or white (3/4 yard total)
34 strips 1 1/2 x 21 inches of various colors (aka scraps or fat quarters)
If you are not planning to use white/cream as your accent. Then you will want to have 34 strips of a lighter value and 34 strips of a darker value.
You can cut these at any time. I will post the first tutorial on February 21st.
And finally - on a totally different topic. I stopped in my local Barnes and Noble bookstore this morning and found this book on the bargain table. It's actually pretty good. It has quite a few quilt blocks inside along with some good tips. And a bargain at $9.98
My store had quite a few copies.. you should check yours and see if they have it. I may go get another copy for the Friday Night Sew-in giveaway.
I will start pulling fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited, is this the measurements for the king size quilt? I know you said you were going to make yours this size, so I was going to do one as well, so I know it will plenty big for my bed! But, just for me to know now, will I need two or one honey bun?? (I was going to use those!)
ReplyDeleteI need to start getting some scraps pulled together. I have some FQs that I will be using as well. Just need to decide what I'll use for my accent color. I need to get a button posted I'll go do that now. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm just using 1 honey bun (I think it'll be 56x80 or 58x80?) with a neutral background. It's what I have on hand! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! That book is a great find. That sure would make a nice for give-a-way. That's a good price. I enjoy your blog Heidi, and your work is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting, can't wait - shall start preparing my strips! Thank you so much for organising this x
ReplyDeleteThank you Heidi I will get strted on my strips.
ReplyDeleteI am excited! Will get started this weekend to begin my fabric collection!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like so much fun! I found your blog through Paula, and can't wait to start getting my fabrics together. I am a total scrapaholic so I will be going through my bins to get my strips together. Thank you for hosting.
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