Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Around the Block - July

For the July Around the Block swap Jan from Sewjourn  sent out a bundle of fabric including pre-cut borders to make three 8.5 inch blocks.  For the center of each of the blocks Jan asked for "simple but interesting". 


The pre-cut borders for each block were a different width, therefore each of the pieced centers varied in size accordingly.  I particularly enjoyed the challenge of fussy cutting whilst making the most of limited fabric.


I truly love simple and interesting and look forward to seeing Jan's finished quilt.

More inspiration in the Around the Block Flickr Group

I also enjoy browsing the Quilting Bee Blocks Flickr Group -  loads of block ideas! 

15 comments:

  1. Beautiful blocks, I am sure Jan will be thrilled.

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  2. I love the blocks and colors. Do you know what the fabric line is? Especial love the polka dots.

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  3. Really pretty blocks! She will just love them!

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  4. Great blocks! They would be perfect for a quilt. Love the color combination!

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  5. sometimes you just cant beat simple! they look fabulous!! xx

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  6. Lovely blocks - love the fussy cutting.

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  7. these are such pretty colors.

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  8. The fussy cutting works so well in these blocks!

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  9. Love these blocks! Great job!

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  10. Great fabrics. I want to give this a try!

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  11. Gosh you did a great job Rita! Those blocks really popped.

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  12. I love these colors . . . and the kind of paisley feel to these fabrics. Fun! :)

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  13. The bottom one is my favorite - I love it!

    I just started my very first quilt and am doing updates every Wednesday (until finished) on my progress. I would love for you to stop over and tell me what you think. I am just going for it!
    : )

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  14. My favorite is the pink one -- it looks like there are two fish kissing in the middle. :o) Great job fussy cutting and putting it all together! I'm sure she'll be ecstatic to get them from you. :o)

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