Friday 6 July 2018

Splendid Samper II - Balance

I'm happy to report that I have already completed this week's block, even though it was only released last night.



It was a fairly quick one compared with last week's.  I had to have a bit of a scout around for a grey fabric that would work well with the 30s theme.    I think the pink stripes add to the circus feel.  When I went to do the applique I noticed that the stripes were showing through the grey so I added some stabiliser to the back.  It still shows a little, but I can live with it.

This week I reverted back to my favourite blanket stitch on the machine.  Much easier and neater for me.



Here are the first four blocks together.  I think they look good. Already plenty of variety.  I'm looking forward to seeing this grow.

I've linked up over here if you want to see some other versions.  There are some beauties and so much variety.

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Janice what beautiful blocks you have made,well done my friend xx

Gail said...

Good job! I considered the last Splendid sampler but only made a few blocks before I decided that squares and rectangles were all I wanted to do! I'm looking forward to seeing your's completed.

Jenny said...

What a cute little elephant, I can imagine some of these on a baby quilt.

Maria said...

Well done to being sew quick.
Your Elephant is sew cute.. Loving the colours of your blocks .. I always do blanket stitch on my machine too.

Fiona said...

your blocks look great.... so quick to get up to date this week!
Hugz

Jenny of Elefantz said...

Your crafting fingers are working overtime a Janice! Well done. Lovely to stitch in winter. x

Anthea said...

Hi Janice... goodness, those Splendid blocks look to have a lot of work each. I love yours & look forward to seeing your progress with this one.

loulee said...

Your blocks look great, love the Elle and your stitched flowers.