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Monday, March 23, 2009

I had good intentions

of making some small compass blocks when I went into the sewing room, but these scraps were calling out to me to play with them. It's true, they were just lying around begging to be used. Out came Gwen's book, Liberated String Quilting and what fun to randomly sew strips together!
Voila! One string pieced star on red, and oh I love it! I thought the background could have been cheddar or blue or red but the red won hands down. The block will finish at 18 inches.
I often do this, get distracted by something I've seen that plays on my mind and I tell myself that I'll just make a block to see if I like it enough to do more of them. Who am I kidding, I knew I'd want to do more after being totally inspired by Pamina. she makes the most wonderful quilts. Thank you Pamina!
I have managed to make a couple more of these blocks and only have two to do before I can put that quilt top together. There's also been a fair bit of hand quilting going on as well which I really want to get finished.

24 comments:

  1. Leyla FerrariMarch 23, 2009 at 7:21 PM

    I read every day your post, and your blog give my a lot of ispiration.
    I love your quilt.
    Greetings from Switzerland
    Leyla

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  2. BetsyMarch 23, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    Janet your string block is a delight. I stilll do not know how to make those.
    Like you I go to the sewing room with good intentions and get distracted too.

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  3. Stina BlomgrenMarch 23, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    It is so much more fun to make something that really have got your attention..that minute..and you just have to try it!! Nice job!! :o)

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  4. UnknownMarch 23, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    String piecing is fun! You really had a terrific result and it is great to be inspired to make something you will like. Beautiful!

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  5. Vicki WMarch 23, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    The string star is very cool. I've always loved those and want to mae a quilt with them some day. But I am REALLY taken with the flower pot blocks! Is there a pattern for that?

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  6. alobsigerMarch 23, 2009 at 11:35 PM

    That happens to me a lot--getting led somewhat astray in the sewing room. I don't know about you, but these detours always seem to take more time than I think they will--but they are FUN nonetheless. LOve your string pieced star and your charming flower pots!

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  7. AmyMarch 23, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Janet,
    Luv the string quilt.The flower pots are wonderful..What pattern is it? I have a thing for flowers....Amy

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  8. ShariMarch 23, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    That star block looks fantastic on the red! What fun. And those little flower pots are so cute too. Very productive sewing session!

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  9. ranetteMarch 24, 2009 at 12:25 AM

    I love the string star...and the red...omg I love it too! I have a hard time string piecing though, maybe I should get my LSQ book out and study it some more.

    Oh and let's not forget the little flower pot blocks...so cute!

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  10. Carrie P.March 24, 2009 at 12:30 AM

    Wow, that string star is awesome. I like the red background.

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  11. DarleneMarch 24, 2009 at 2:19 AM

    You always have so many inspiring things happening. I'm in constant awe of you. Love the strings!

    I'm really crazy about the pots and flowers - sooo cute!

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  12. JanetMarch 24, 2009 at 3:07 AM

    As soon as I saw your string star I thought of Pamina's star. I really like it. I've been wanting to try making one too but I've got a deadline for finishing a baby quilt.
    The flower pot blocks are very sweet too.

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  13. JudyMarch 24, 2009 at 3:39 AM

    I have a bucket of scraps just just this reason that need to be used soon!! just lovely.

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  14. KarenMarch 24, 2009 at 5:12 AM

    Love it! I must try string piecing.

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  15. HeidiMarch 24, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    Greetings from northern California. I am in awe of your quilting. Your blog is inspiring.

    Heidi

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  16. AnonymousMarch 24, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    Hi Janet, I'm happy if my scrappy star has inspired yours, which is beautiful ! How many blocks are you going to make ?

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  17. Quilts And PiecesMarch 25, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    I told pamina I"ve been dying to make a quilt out of that block. And then I saw Pamina's. And now you tempt me! shame on all of you!!!!

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  18. UnknownMarch 25, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Love that Star..it is Fabulous.!!!Also your Flower Pots are Very Cute.!!
    cheers

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  19. quiltfuchsMarch 26, 2009 at 12:23 AM

    Oh Janet, this string pieced star ist so lovely! I'm tempted to make one on my own.
    Happy quilting!

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  20. QuiltedSimpleMarch 26, 2009 at 1:30 AM

    Love both blocks - it would be hard to choose between the two
    Kris

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  21. Rose MarieMarch 26, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    Love that string block .... how many more will you make? I can't see you stopping at just one! :o)

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  22. KellieMarch 26, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    Looks terrific! Your sewing skills look pretty good to me!!! I feel nauseous just looking at inset corners! :)

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  23. SueJuly 18, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    March 23,2009 blog has blocks with flower pots and flowers
    Can you tell me the pattern name and the fabric line used?
    Thank you, Sue

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  24. SueJuly 18, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    What is the name of the pattern with the clay pots and flowers? March 23, 2009
    Thank you,
    Sue

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