This time I decided to get my Angler out and use it. This way I did not have to take the time to draw lines. I just laid the little square on the big square, lined up the point with the black line making sure to keep the fabric from shifting and sewed that invisible line. I have the first Angler but there is also an Angler 2. Here is a video that you can watch to see how to use it. Lori from Bee In My Bonnet has mentioned that she uses it. It does save some time.
Oh! phooey! I think I was day dreaming about the quilt show I am going to on Friday. I had to redo three of these. So you do have to pay attention.
I also made the thirteenth and final block for the Blogger's BOM. This blocks was designed by Sarah Fielke. If you go to Jackie's blog you can see all blocks except the last one. Jackie has the blocks on point. Next month she is going to show us how to finish the quilt.
I also worked on getting some of the rows sewn together for the Great Granny Along. I need cut some of the white fabrics to put on the ends. Maybe I can do that today.
Maybe your afternoon can be filled with sewing. I would love to hear what you are working on these days.With Passion,
Carrie P.
I fell off of the BOM wagon. Darn it. Oh well...I'm going to enjoy seeing all of the quilt tops on blogs of those who were able to follow through. I'm especially looking forward to seeing yours.
ReplyDeleteYou seem to be good at doing the quilt-alongs. I had already forgotten that there is one on Bee In My Bonnet. And I knew nothing about Jackie's. I do like that star. The pink points on the inner star....that's a cute fabric.
ReplyDeleteoops I'm way behind on the Bloggers bom. And despite that I keep fixating on the Bee in my Bonnet one.
ReplyDeleteTempting.
Lots of things happening at your place! Love the star block!! I have one of those anglers but haven't mastered how to use it accurately - must pull it out again and watch the video.
ReplyDeleteLots of lovelies to look at. I'm glad you showed that Angler - someone gave me one and I had no idea what to do with it. I will get it out now - thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh Carrie I'm so glad you have time to sew - I don't seem to have a minute anymore! Hopefully that will change soon! Love your blocks, girl!
ReplyDeleteYou have been very busy with some lovely blocks , love the star within a star block . I am working on projects for the upcoming blog hops , they do keep me hopping:-)
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to get then angler...do you think it is worth the investment?
ReplyDeletelovely fabrics for your 'row' along. Very nifty device for straight lines.
ReplyDeleteLove your bloggers bom block.
Have been getting lots of crafty time on holidays, I am indulging in some Anni Downs...
I adore everything you are sewing at the moment. Fabulous fabrics.
ReplyDeleteI just love the fabric you're using for Bee in My Bonnet, Carrie! You're so right about paying attention when using the Angler which is why I don't use it all that often - lol!
ReplyDeleteCheers!
So many lovely things. My favorite is that star block, I may need to whip up some of those tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteI so want to get my giant granny pantie on! Cant wait to see what you do! If I can just get these wedding quilts done!
ReplyDeleteWow, you have been busy! That angler device looks fantastic, I might need one of those!
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy!
ReplyDeleteI want to start the granny quilt al long but that will be in January. right now I am working on some potholders and mug rugs and other small holiday gift items.
ReplyDeleteHa ha! That is funny. I always have trouble lining up triangles. They look fine until I get to the ironing board. I think I press wrongly or something.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful block! And that bee fabric is just to die for.
ReplyDeleteI love my Angler 2 and would find it very hard to do without it. One of the best time saving quilt tools ever. Less than a minute to position on the throat plate and another minute to learn how to use it. It was inexpensive and barely takes any space when storing away. No - I do not work for the company that makes this tool, it just let me chain sew my blocks super fast. I really like the look of your star block. The colors are great.
ReplyDeleteYour projects are looking great, Carrie! I need to catch up on the Blogger's blocks.
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