I had a nagging feeling that if I were to put last week's Malka Dubrawsky inspired String Blocks aside until the joy of wonky piecing returned, they may well disappear into the RPQ world of UFO's and never be seen again.
And so, I have instead turned my free form string blocks into three sets of potholders; the instructions of which are found in Malka Dubrawsky's book Fresh Quilting: Fearless Color, Design, and Inspiration.
Malka's book has step by step instructions for piecing, layering the batting (including a layer of Insul-Bright insulating material), basting, and binding.
The free-motion spiral quilting was a challenge and a defining moment, forcing myself to at last embrace the wonk. Free motion quilting requires practise, there is no quick tutorial, or magic sewing notion. With each of the pot holders the motion required felt less forced, the stitching line smoother, rounder ... until the next bump... and wobble (every time I took a breath!).
Although there were lots of doubts along the way I am very happy with the finished pot holders; I think they'll make great handmade Christmas presents.
Thank you for stopping by,
Rita
I have three sisters,
not all are crafty, but they all do cook/bake. Just sayin'.
Thank you for stopping by,
Rita
