I have finished 3 more blocks for my Swoon quilt, which brings me up to 4 made and 5 remaining. These 3 blocks went very quickly, mostly due to the fact that I chain pieced everything that I possibly could. Literally (yes, literally), if there were 2 pieces of fabric that could be sewn together without needing pressed first, I sewed them together. Then I pressed everything I could, then chain pieced everything I could, etc, etc. I hear that some people dislike chain piecing because it is boring / redundant / mind numbing, etc. But I honestly love it. I find it really soothing and calming, and I love the efficiency!
The other reason these 3 blocks went so fast was because the fabric prints were not directional. Unfortunately, the remaining 5 blocks all include directional prints. What was I thinking?!?!?! Newbie quilting mistake right there! I have never given a second thought to the direction of a print, but then again, this is my first time making a quilt from a pattern! All my other quilts have been very simple patterns. Lesson learned (I hope)! I will be paying attention to the direction of a print from now on!
So, those next 5 blocks may take me a bit longer as I will be piecing each one individually and will have to lay out the block piece by piece so I can be sure the print stays in one direction. Wish me luck! I'm sure my seam ripper is going to get a workout at some point!
Sorry for the indoor pictures, but we have had windy days lately (30 mph) and I can not get good outside pictures! Fortunately, my red bedroom walls are serving as a decent backdrop in the meantime.
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-V
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Such lovely blocks! I really like the top one :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous -- of course, you are using my all-time favorite fabric collection, Vintage Modern!
ReplyDeleteI like these blocks. I like chain peacing too, like you. Always thinking how I can speed up the process.That is part of the fun!
ReplyDeleteGreat swoon blocks, they are pretty!
ReplyDeleteThis going to be one gorgeous quilt. I love these blocks they are gorgeous
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful! Good luck on the rest of the blocks.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of chain piecing too! Your blocks are beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteSwooning! Pretty colours. Came from Richard and Tanya Quilts,
ReplyDeleteAmira @ http://littlemushroomcap.blogspot.com
I am in love with your swoon blocks! you color palette is so fantastic. I can't wait to see the rest!
ReplyDelete:) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation
Very pretty. I like the reds, pinks and whites.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Swoon quilt! I'm dying to make one but have to finish a few projects first.
ReplyDeleteLove your fabric choices. Chain piecing is so much faster and saves so much thread. I love it too.
ReplyDeleteOoh, your blocks are looking great. I love chain piecing too and do it whenever I can. Thanks for linking up to TGIFF!
ReplyDeleteLoving these so much! Can't wait to see the rest!
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