Friday, January 20, 2012

A Break from Orca Bay

Since I ordered my new sewing table for my Juki and FMQ'ing, and since it isn't due to get here for 3 or 4 weeks, I decided to take a break from Orca Bay and orange.  I had wanted to have a finish for January, and chances are 50/50 that I can finish this one.  It is a smaller quilt than my Sunrise Sunset, Orca Bay and so easier to quilt with my current set up, too.  I had all the blocks made and waiting from "oh Fransson's Paintbox quilt along" and so yesterday and today, I've been adding sashing and cornerstones.  I still have the 2 borders to do on Sunrise Sunset, and now I have 2 borders left to do on this one.   It also has a fancier back than my normal, so that will take a little time.  As I said, I 'may' be able to finish this this month.   I divided my blocks up to make two quilts, and here is my first one.  As you can see, they look rather different.  This is the first time that I've done a quilt with cornerstones, and I'm not sure they are right for this quilt, but they are staying, lol. 

I must say, in some ways it was easier with the cornerstones.  It's always a challenge to get the blocks liked up in rows, and with the cornerstones that part was a breeze.

8 comments:

Jan Maree said...

I do like this quilt - it is simple but so effective with all the different colours

Michelle said...

So pretty!

Linda Lee said...

Perfect colors to chase away the winter blues!!!! I am anxious for your review of your new sewing table when it arrives. I looked it up...I just might order one if you are satisfied.

Art by Rhoda Forbes said...

Very beautiful

regan said...

I like cornerstone for just that reason! It looks great!

Anita said...

They are both nice but I think I like the one with the light sashing just a little bit more. I haven't done one of these yet but one of these days I may get one done.

Margo in Maine said...

Wonderful....very pretty...

quiltmom anna said...

I think that the cornerstones look great- the quilt looks like spring to me- it will be beautiful on a spring time bed - airy breezy and ever so pretty.
Happy quilting Candace!
Regards,
Anna