Friday, August 2, 2013

Love Enduring (LE) Applique Block of the Month

While trolling the Web looking for a Dear Jane quilt-a-long (QAL), I stumbled upon Esther's applique QAL.  I read it a few times and decided to give it a try.  A few parameters I set for myself.  I want to keep up the best I can, and I want to primarily use my 'fabric inventory'.
So first I tried to hand piece the center compass. Not a success. I couldn't make my stitches invisible. So I decided to English Paper Piece (EPP). This went better. Here are my compasses.


I can see my stitching, yikes!



But the EPP turned out better, to me.






The next step is the compass ring. See if I can get to that tomorrow.
Thanks to Esther and everyone who so selflessly gives expert advice.


Location: Mesa, Arizona, USA
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4 comments:

  1. WilmaAugust 7, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Hi Janice,

    I like your compass, it has a beautifull strong center and the rays behind the star I like too. I read you were looking for a dear Jane QAL, are you working on a dear Jane? I am and also the Love entwined from Esther which I enjoy so much, it is fun to be in contact with women all over the world working on the Same fun project. Lots of fun with LE.
    Greetings Wilma

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  2. DesertweaverAugust 7, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    Thanks Wilma!

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  3. Angie in SoCalAugust 7, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    Beautiful! And thanks for the lesson on selecting colors.

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  4. Sandra WhiteAugust 8, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Hi Janice. Great job on your compass. I'm following along on Love Entwined too. I like your choice of colors. Looking forward to seeing your quilt develop.

    Best Wishes
    Sandy

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