There has been quite a buzz in blogland over granny squares. I couldn't help but check it out. Krista at My Bugs & Dana from Old Red Barn Company have teamed up with Jolene at Blue Elephant Stitches and are hosting the highly anticipated Granny Squares QAL.
I have to admit that I was a little turned off by the amount of 2.5" squares that are involved. I decided to just make 1 block before I commited myself to the QAL. Well, after 1 I was hooked. I just adore the Granny Sqare blocks and can't wait to get more finished. Of course, it always helps when you are cutting into a fabric you love ;)
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| You see how the middle square is smaller? Yeah, that's a cutting oops. I figure I can just turn it into a mugrug ;) |
I am using a Flora jelly roll along with a few prints in my stash and Kona Cotton in White. I just love the colors, especially the orange!
Have you joined in on all of the Granny square fun? If not, you should check out the flickr group where there is a ton of inspiration. It may just convince you to make some yourself ;)
Hope everyone has a lovely day!
Smiles~Beth
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They are fun, aren't they? Yours look great! Don't worry, mine are all shapes and sizes, turns out those tiny squares really show off how crappy I am at 1/4" seams! Anyways, will deal with that when it is time to assemble, I will have a glass of wine ready! I THINK I have a final quilt top design set for them....very excited, just need to stitch away here and there until I finish up the rest of the blocks I need!
Love your squares!! It has been fun to see everyone's blocks...haven't made any myself yet, but it's on the list!
I cut up and sewed together over 600 squares I think I am done lol. Was fun while it lasted.
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They look so cute! I'm with yyou on this one, didn't know if I was up for all the little squares but had so much fun making my quilt. I think I might just make another one :)
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