As an avid reader of APQ blogs for a number of years, I have enjoyed the projects I have seen come out of the amazing group of quilters who have shared their journeys. Many times I have considered starting a blog, but never seemed to work up the courage or time. Besides, wouldn't we all rather be quilting?
So, with the new migration the community has taken, I decided it was time for me to take the first step and set up a blog of my own. I look forward to meeting you all and seeing the beautiful creations you all come up with.
Another first I've taken on this week is my first organized quilt class. I've been quilting for a number of years, but as I was taught by a family friend I have never taken an actual class before. This week I started my first class! It's a mystery quilt and I'm really excited about it. The pattern called for eight dark fabrics and one light background fabric. I didn't exactly follow the "rules" and decided instead to go with eight blue fabrics ranging from dark to light with a buttercream yellow as the background. I'm hoping that this will create enough of a contrast through color, even though they are all mostly light, but I'm a bit worried. I've never picked fabrics before without knowing the pattern, so I'm anxiously awaiting the outcome. I'll post pictures once it gets past the three inch square block stage that I am currently at.
Until then...
Windsom
If you've been following this group very long, you know that among us are all levels of quilters, with a number of quilting instructors in the group. The common thread is that we all love quilts, and we love to encourage and help one another. We will be looking forward to seeing some of your quilts soon. ---"Love"
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the class. I've never done a mystery quilt, but it sounds intriguing. I think I'd be in the same boat as you with the fabric picks, a little anxious about not knowing what I'm choosing them for. But with blues and yellow, you can't go wrong, in my opinion. I'm quite partial to blues :) Welcome to the blogosphere, I look forward to seeing your work and getting to know you. -Joanne
ReplyDeleteI am sure that your quilt will work out. Each quilt is unique. Yours will be all your own. You may find yourself tweaking parts as the finished project starts to emerge. But isn't that part of the process. I have never stepped that far out of my box, but I hope someday I will have as much courage as you do to try one. It is one of my life time goals. Good luck and I am glad that you ventured into the world of blogging. I look forward to checking out your progress.
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