If you remember back to my post Jan/Feb I told you that my project for February was to machine quilt my Bachelor Buttons quilt.
You remember this, right? Welllll... it did't happen. I just couldn't get the motivation to work on it.. and I knew if I forced it, it could be a disaster. You know how us creative types are when we are forced to work on something we don't want to do.... results are not usually good.
So instead I just chose a different project from my challenge list. That works, right? Progress is progress in my mind. Besides, I really want to get the binding on this quilt.
I squared up the quilt and cut out the binding.
I chose this pink print from the Papillon collection by 3 Sisters. Other prints from the collection are in borders. Love the little butterflies!
In no time I was at the sewing machine sewing on this binding. It went on in a jiffy.
Soon I was done and ready to get started on hand stitching that binding down.
Today I will be doing some Slow Sunday Stitching, linking up at Kathy's Quilts. Stop over to see all the Sunday stitching going on. She as a great project she is working on! Love the red work.
I even started pinning down the binding on the Liberated Logs quilt this morning. I am going to try to stitch down this one on the sewing machine. We'll see how it goes.
Lucy decided I needed some help with stitching the binding... or maybe she was just photo bombing my quilt!
One last note. I stopped by Jo-Ann Fabrics yesterday and picked up this great little folding Ottlite. I am finding I am having more trouble seeing, especially stitching at night. The compact (and pink!) light originally sells for $89.99 and it was on sale for $19.99. I great buy and no, I don't get any compensation from Jo-Anns! I think the sale is on until March 2.
Happy Stitching!
Deb
Hi,
ReplyDeleteGreat job! Love butterfly fabric you used for
your binding. Have a great day!
Progress IS progress! The binding you chose for the basket quilt is yummy! I need Ottlites whenever I hand stitch these days...maybe because the inside of my house is like a cave.
ReplyDeleteAs long as you are stitching and making progress, all is good! Love your little baskets!
ReplyDeleteI'm having the same issues with getting a quilt finished at the moment though lack of motivation - it kinda sucks doesn't it! I love your baskets and the backing fabric looks perfect. Enjoy your hand stitching on the binding :)
ReplyDeleteBaskets are my favorites. This particular basket is so sweet. Maybe Lucy was inspecting your progress. Glad you got a bargain on something that will prevent you from more eyestrain. A wise purchase.
ReplyDeleteWow you have a few lovely projects coming to a close, love the pink fabrics you are using. I too have started using those ottlites to see better in the evenings or oon cloudy days, I have picked up several different types to have on hand and for travels when the go on sale or I have one of those 60% off coupons
ReplyDeletewhat a beauty, enjoy the binding, I enjoy that part when I finally get over the actual quilting, still have 15 to quilt Tat waas certainly a bargain with your light shame we do not have Jo-Anns here in the UK
ReplyDeleteLove that new light you bought! And the binding fabric is so perfect for this quilt... enjoy your stitching!
ReplyDeleteI just love both of these quilts! Your baskets are so gorgeous - what an amazing finish! I love your Bachelor Buttons quilt too - hope you're feeling the quilting of it soon :0)
ReplyDeletecute pink light and pink binding. Lovely 4 block applique -
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