Sometimes, I need a simple sewing project to work on, whether I’m procrastinating working on homework or just feeling anxious and need a distraction.
For each of these projects, I started out with a scrap piece from a Square Dance Panel, and added scraps of solid strips to the sides to simply frame them or make a log cabin block.
It was relaxing to start with a small piece and challenge myself to keep adding to it without a plan.
I haven’t decided yet what I’m going to do with these blocks, maybe just a fun set of mini quilts for our end tables or mug rugs.
I love these panels, and I especially love to imagine what they would look like as a doodle page in a sketchbook. That’s next on my list of distractions.
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very pretty, terri. it’s always nice to have something simple to work on!
ive often thought about doing this same thing with panels…so glad to see a beautiful example…kaffe fasset has some flower panels too…you have me thinking terri!!
awesome blocks—the colors are so vibrant—sometimes we need a distraction! Believe me:)
I think these are a grand distraction, and you know, it’s still a creative pursuit, so… thanks SO MUCH for your computer advice, I think the $$ will be spent today! YEAH–new Mac!!!
These are really lovely! It’s fun to see the different color combinations you came up with for each of them. I’m sure you’ll find something fun to do with them!
So beautiful blocks, Terri! You had a great idea to frame those lovely fabrics and I love the colours you picked for the log cabins!
x Teje
I like small projects that can be finished quickly and really look great like yours! Love the orange:)
..The colors are fab!! what a page they would make in a journal
Sandra
These are awesome Terri! I should have got a square dance panel but for some reason didn’t. I can’t wait to see what you make with these, whatever you decide it will look great. 🙂
I really, really like these. They are very pretty. I am going to Florida in a couple of weeks & I am going to share your blog with my friends who I am sure will love it too! 🙂
I really like these, Terri! I think they would be pretty with some hand embroidery on them to embellish!
Terri, I love what you did with the panel pieces. It gave the panel a whole new look. It’s good sometimes to get away from homework.