Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Making Strides

I had one of the most productive sewing weeks I've had in a long time.  Here's what going on:

1- I'm up to date on Skill Builder.  This is Block #16- Minnesota:  Paper Piecing is starting to feel a bit more manageable (although I do admit cutting the pieces out a lot bigger to make sure it worked alright)

2- I got FIVE Christmas blocks done.  This is #2- Santa:  It's my first applique block ever, so I'm really proud of myself.  The other 4 blocks are blogged about here.
3- I finally got my mom's Christmas Table Runner layered and pinned.  I definitely want to get that done this week.  It's been on the UFO list for over 3 years now.  She may even get it for Christmas this year.  ;)

4- I made 2 drawstring bags as well.  Full post here.

Stats for the Week:

New projects - 2
Completed projects - 2

Other Projects In Progress -
  1. Blogger's BOM - up to date
No progress-
  1. Ladybug Quilt
  2. Halloween Wall Hanging

Check out the other WIP at Freshly Pieced!
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29 comments:

  1. Quilt GeniusNovember 9, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    I love the santa suit block! Adorable!

    Mary
    http://www.quiltgenius.com

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  2. JuliePicklesNovember 9, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    What a couple of cuties you have in your header there! That santa block is adorable and I'd love to see the ladybug quilt you are working on. I have a special spot in my heart for ladybugs :)

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  3. A.J. Dub. (Amy)November 9, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Your skill builder block rocks! Love your fabric choices.
    Santa is a cutie.I am impressed with anyone who can applique well. :)

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  4. LynetteNovember 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    LOVE Santa's belly! :)

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  5. LeanneNovember 9, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    I love the skill builder block, time for me to catch up on that too.

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  6. JenniferNovember 9, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    i love those santa blocks! so cute!

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  7. Heather D.November 9, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    The fabric used for the drawstring bag is absolutely adorable. Gotta say too, your blog header is the cutest thing EVER!

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  8. CilleNovember 9, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I too love your blog header - major cuteness alert! And your skill builder block... wow! I wouldn't even dare to think about doing it.

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  9. BeckyNovember 9, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Looks great! I have a bunch of bags cut out too. Maybe I'll share them next week!

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  10. KristyLouNovember 9, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Your Santa block is cute. I am going to work on mine next week :)

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  11. KerstinNovember 9, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    You have been busy, great progress!

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  12. Foolish FeathersNovember 9, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    I simply love the santa block, I had to take a peek at your other Christmas blocks. Very nicely done on all your blocks!

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  13. RebeccaNovember 9, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Your applique looks great! Can't believe it's your first try!

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  14. Marci GirlNovember 9, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Oh your Christmas quilt is going to be awesome! Everything looks so good!

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  15. CassieNovember 9, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Oh my I love that santa block! So cute! And your minnesota block looks great!

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  16. MaggieNovember 9, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Love both your skill builder and santa blocks! So great!

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  17. Elizabeth DacksonNovember 9, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Awww, love that Santa block! So cute!

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  18. Christie describeHappyNovember 10, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Yippie for productive sewing weeks!! And that Santa is so totally cool!

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  19. Pippa ParsonsNovember 10, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    oh I love the bags, the fabric is yummy

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  20. Marsha CooperNovember 10, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    an adorable Christmas block! Commenting is sure making me want to get my sewing machine out...in fact, I think I will.

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  21. EllaNovember 11, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    I'm behind in the skill builder. You're came out wonderfully!

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  22. RachelNovember 12, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Congrats on a productive week. Don't you just love that.

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  23. Marlene @ KISSed Quilts . comNovember 12, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Your Minnesota block looks like it came out perfectly. Any tips? I've seen a few other blocks posted that didn't seem to work out so well.

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  24. AllisonNovember 13, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    seeing your skill builder sampler block reminds me I'm way behind on mine - I better get going :) Love that Santa block, it is just too cute!

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  25. Katy CameronNovember 13, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Your sampler block looks fab! I keep meaning to start that skill builder, I think I'm going to tackle it in the new year...

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  26. LeeNovember 14, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    Nice job on that Minnesota block! There's no shame in cutting the pieces gigantic, I do it myself. : ) Thanks for linking up to WIP Wednesday!

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  27. AnonymousNovember 14, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    yes, those bags are addictive..they make the best toy bags ever. It is so nice to have all the lego in one place!

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  28. AlNovember 14, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Love that Santa block!!

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  29. LeilaNovember 14, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    yea! for skill builders! I need to take time to visit all of the Skill Builder's blogs. I didn't know you were LDS too. And I see you live in Ohio. Are you planning on going to the International Quilt Festival in Cincinnati in the spring?

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