Monday, August 1, 2011

PIcking up steam again?!

Just an intro because I'm linking up to this:
Small Blog Meet

I'm Ella! I just rediscovered quilting this summer on my vacation from teaching (which shall be over very very soon...already restocking my room). I've been going at it hardcore. Joined a few bees and swaps. Having a blast thus far...mostly. It's hot in Atlanta. I'm enjoying staying in the A/C, sewing with a best friend, wallowing in fabrics...and occasionally self doubt about my design choices (especially for swaps).

Am I picking up steam again?
I'm not sure, but I finished Row 5 on the Rockin Robin quilt along. I won't lie. I like looking at hexagons, but I am not a huge fan of basting.
Rockin Robin, hexagon rows

I even got excited and finished the top.
completed top
I really really like it.
I'm thinking probably a solid back. I don't have much left of my gaudy fabrics. I'm not even sure I have enough to make scrappy bias tape....which I would love. It's a bummer that my machine only straight line quilts. Hrm. Must ponder.


I also started my 3x6 blocks. I have 3 done and the forth sitting in my sewing area, waiting to be assembled. But right now, I'm going to snag some dinner.

13 comments:

Lynne said...

Hello, I'm Lynne. I've joined SNBMU too.

I love your quilt top - so bright and set off beautifully by the solid background.

Melissa @Lilac Lane said...

So happy for your finish!!!! It's beautiful.

Patti said...

Hi Ella. Love your blog title! That's how I feel most days when my quilting goes awry! Your quilt is amazing.
Patti

Marjorie said...

I can tell from your color selection that I will look forward to seeing your blog grow as you get re-addicted to quilting.

Al said...

It is horrid hot in Atlanta. I'm melting. Love those hexies!

Lynne (Lily's Quilts) said...

Love your Rockin Robin!

Sarah said...

Rockin Robin totally rocks!

Anonymous said...

Hi< just joined the small blog meet up, love the fabrics your using your quilt looks fantastic!

Laura said...

such a nice quilt! I've joined the SNBMU too. :) Come and have a look!

Sana Saroti said...

Hi Ella, thanks for leaving a comment! I love the top you made cause I love bright colors on black backgrounds ;-)

Cille said...

Saw your blog over at Lily's. What an amazing quilt you're finishing. Looking forward to see more :)

Teresa said...

Hi I just joined from Lily's blog. I love your shapes and colours.

Cindy said...

Hi, I'm over from Lily's.