Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Time To Sign Up
If you would like to participate in this Round Robin - Christmas in July - please send a note to my email address. The information is at the top right portion of this blog, and is in Green....
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Project Do's and Don't
1) The center block can use the focus of a Snowflake that you cut out yourself and appliqué or hand sew on; you can use a pattern of a snowflake you have found, and attach it in an appropriate fashion. Or, you can select a winter scene that includes snow (and hopefully snowflakes).
2) Be creative and artistic in your decisions, in your composition, and in your layout/work. What does that mean?? Please do not select a pre-printed panel and think that you have accomplished the goal.
3) Only 1 fabric will be passed during the process. Select 1 fabric that you would like seen incorporated in the next border... it can be no more than a fat quarter and no less than a 2.5" strip (by WOF).
4) Remember that the person that ships the quilt to be quilted, DOES NOT ship any fabric.
5) If you feel the need to put the block on point, please feel free to do that. If your design suggests that you move everything to one side, then do it. If you have any questions through this, please feel free to contact me.
6) The quilting on this will be done either by hand or by machine. This is not a time to try your hand at stippling, or any other fancy top stitching. And, actually, during this process, you will have 4 months to practice so that your final quilting will be in a method that you are familiar with.
7) Be sure to include the label that has been sent along with the quilt. This can be attached before you quilt or after you quilt. If you are not sure about how to include a label, there are any number of sites on the internet, you can ask your favorite quilter or check with your favorite quilt store.
Prepare this Master Piece as if you were presenting it to the Quilting Guild as a gift. Treat it as if they were going to place it in a glass container, and displayed for all quilters to see. Honor the person that will get it with the very best you have to offer.
2) Be creative and artistic in your decisions, in your composition, and in your layout/work. What does that mean?? Please do not select a pre-printed panel and think that you have accomplished the goal.
3) Only 1 fabric will be passed during the process. Select 1 fabric that you would like seen incorporated in the next border... it can be no more than a fat quarter and no less than a 2.5" strip (by WOF).
4) Remember that the person that ships the quilt to be quilted, DOES NOT ship any fabric.
5) If you feel the need to put the block on point, please feel free to do that. If your design suggests that you move everything to one side, then do it. If you have any questions through this, please feel free to contact me.
6) The quilting on this will be done either by hand or by machine. This is not a time to try your hand at stippling, or any other fancy top stitching. And, actually, during this process, you will have 4 months to practice so that your final quilting will be in a method that you are familiar with.
7) Be sure to include the label that has been sent along with the quilt. This can be attached before you quilt or after you quilt. If you are not sure about how to include a label, there are any number of sites on the internet, you can ask your favorite quilter or check with your favorite quilt store.
Prepare this Master Piece as if you were presenting it to the Quilting Guild as a gift. Treat it as if they were going to place it in a glass container, and displayed for all quilters to see. Honor the person that will get it with the very best you have to offer.
Block and Border Guidelines
1) Make sure that your fabric is prepared.
2) That means that for this project, you will pre-wash all fabric before it is cut.
3) Ironing will only be done on the flat piece of fabric.
4) Pressing will be done on the balance of the project, and please use a dry iron to do this so that the seams are not stretched out of shape.
5) The Center Block will be constructed so that it is a 12.5 unfinished block.
6) Please use the standard 1/4" seams throughout.
7) Borders show the unfinished size. So if you see a border can be 2.5 - 3.5, remember that the finished size of the border will be 2-3".
8) Make sure that all seams lay flat. This means you need to pay attention in the sewing and pressing. I know this sounds basic - but - I have been given work where the seam would not lay flat because the seam was sewn wrong. So, instead of un-sewing that area and fixing it, the quilter decided to force it flat with the way she ironed the seam.
9) Since there is no way to say that each quilt will be a certain size (due to the freedom given on how large each border will be), the overall size of the quilt should be right around 141". That way if you decide to offset your borders to make it oblong, you have the room to do that.
10) While working on the project, if you think the block should be put on point - do it.
11) If you think that applique is needed - add it.
12) Just do not take apart what the quilter before you did, and alter it. If they did not trim it straight, and you can trim it, do. But do not take it apart and change it.
12) And my last item, please do not criticize or "rake" a quilter over the proverbial coals. This is to be fun. This is an opportunity for creativity and growth.
Project Guidelines
The Snowflakes Have It! The theme for this project is Snowflakes.
Wilson Bentley is renowned for his photography of snowflakes.
snowflakebentley.com has information regarding his work.
Snowflakes.lookandfeel.com is a site that allows you to actually cut your own snowflake and see what it looks like. This site is interactive and lots of fun.
I hope this gets you excited about a season that is hard to see, touch, smell, or feel, during our 100+ heat.
So, here are the parameters of this Round Robin.
Center Block & Label
1) The center block will be a finished 12-14.5” block. That means you will make an unfinished 12.5” square.
First Border
1) The 1st border will be between 2” – 4”. The decision on this will be up to the design you have planned.
1) The 1st border will be between 2” – 4”. The decision on this will be up to the design you have planned.
(That is 2" finished. So, when cutting, that would be a 2.5" strip.)
Second Border
1) The 2nd border will be between 3” – 5”. Again the decision is yours.
1) The 2nd border will be between 3” – 5”. Again the decision is yours.
Third Border
1) The 3rd border will be between 4” – 6” in width.
1) The 3rd border will be between 4” – 6” in width.
Final Quilting
1) This person will be responsible for selecting the backing and the binding for the quilt.
1) This person will be responsible for selecting the backing and the binding for the quilt.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Christmas In July
This project is being decided on. However, the one thing you can count on, it will be a Winter Project that can be displayed or gifted during the Christmas Season.
If you have any ideas on what you would like, please add to the comment line.
Then, keep an eye on the decisions that will be posted by the end of June 2008.
Keep your life simple and remember what Scooter always says,,,
Qreativity is Only a Paw Print Away!
If you have any ideas on what you would like, please add to the comment line.
Then, keep an eye on the decisions that will be posted by the end of June 2008.
Keep your life simple and remember what Scooter always says,,,
Qreativity is Only a Paw Print Away!
Scooter's Round Robin Basics
There are many types of groups and many types of Round Robins.
But first, I think a basic description of a Round Robin is in order.
1) This is a way to complete a variation of the Friendship Block.
2) A theme is selected for the work that will be done. This can be on color, season, floral, modern, country,,, the decisions are endless.
3) One Quilter makes the Center block. They will also design a label for the project.
4) The Center block and label are passed on to Quilter #2. This Quilter adds the first border. This can be anything that compliments the main block, including a fabric from the main block, or it can be a compliment that stands on its own. Be sure and check the rules for the group before adding any of the steps.
5) The block is now passed to Quilter #3. This Quilter will add a 2nd border.
6) The block continues in this fashion until the rules state that you are the “Quilter” on the block. 7) The last Quilter to get the block will select the back and the binding, and will quilt the block. By this time, it will be a sampler/quilt that can be used as a table topper for a display in your home; hung on the wall; or draped on a chair. And, with the names of the Quilters that have their handy work displayed on it, along with their names on the label, this can be an heirloom quilt.
8) Once the quilting is complete, this Quilter will pass it on to its new owner. Again, based on the type Round Robin it is, the quilt may end up with the Quilter that made the original block, and it may go to a Quilter that is non-related to any of the work done on it thus far.
9) Timing is everything.
a. If at any time one Quilter decides not to do the work, not only will the group be shy 1 finished quilt, but all the Quilters involved on that block will miss out on the fun!
b. If you are a few days late in the mailing, that’s ok. Life happens. Just remember that this is set on a time line, and, there is someone checking their mail daily for the "present" you are sending.
c. If you are quick in your work and pass it along a couple of days after getting it in the mail, that’s ok too.
d. The main thing is that once you commit to the project, you must see it through.
e. If you decide this isn’t for you, please be sure to do your best work on this project, and just don’t sign up for another one.
Round Robins can be lots of fun!!! I have been in 2 different types now and loved both!
But first, I think a basic description of a Round Robin is in order.
1) This is a way to complete a variation of the Friendship Block.
2) A theme is selected for the work that will be done. This can be on color, season, floral, modern, country,,, the decisions are endless.
3) One Quilter makes the Center block. They will also design a label for the project.
4) The Center block and label are passed on to Quilter #2. This Quilter adds the first border. This can be anything that compliments the main block, including a fabric from the main block, or it can be a compliment that stands on its own. Be sure and check the rules for the group before adding any of the steps.
5) The block is now passed to Quilter #3. This Quilter will add a 2nd border.
6) The block continues in this fashion until the rules state that you are the “Quilter” on the block. 7) The last Quilter to get the block will select the back and the binding, and will quilt the block. By this time, it will be a sampler/quilt that can be used as a table topper for a display in your home; hung on the wall; or draped on a chair. And, with the names of the Quilters that have their handy work displayed on it, along with their names on the label, this can be an heirloom quilt.
8) Once the quilting is complete, this Quilter will pass it on to its new owner. Again, based on the type Round Robin it is, the quilt may end up with the Quilter that made the original block, and it may go to a Quilter that is non-related to any of the work done on it thus far.
9) Timing is everything.
a. If at any time one Quilter decides not to do the work, not only will the group be shy 1 finished quilt, but all the Quilters involved on that block will miss out on the fun!
b. If you are a few days late in the mailing, that’s ok. Life happens. Just remember that this is set on a time line, and, there is someone checking their mail daily for the "present" you are sending.
c. If you are quick in your work and pass it along a couple of days after getting it in the mail, that’s ok too.
d. The main thing is that once you commit to the project, you must see it through.
e. If you decide this isn’t for you, please be sure to do your best work on this project, and just don’t sign up for another one.
Round Robins can be lots of fun!!! I have been in 2 different types now and loved both!
Do Your Best!
DO YOUR BEST
If you think your best is the greatest that ever was, give it one last thought!!!
Take a look at the pattern for the Center Block. Will it allow for borders to be sewn? Will the fabric selected allow it to lay flat, or pucker? Does it fit into the interpretation of the theme selected?
Select a thread that is neutral. Grey or Cream are always a great choice. They do not stand out and go with most light fabrics. If you decide on a dark fabric, select a dark thread. And, although it is obvious, if you select white fabric, please select a white thread. You may think this is basic and why mention it… trust me!
Sew straight lines!
Don’t IRON your work!!! Gently Press it.
If the item is going to be an Heirloom type project – all fabrics must be pre-washed. That will remove any sizing or chemicals on the fabric. When preparing the fabric before cutting, iron the fabric with a Sizing or Starch. One Quilter has found that to pre spray the fabric with the starch and let it dry, really works. Then when you press the fabric, you are not stretching a damp fabric (just sprayed). Sounds reasonable to me.
If your item is scheduled to be used in any way, again, please pre-wash it. That way when the owner washes the item, it will not shrink, stretch out of shape, or pucker.
AND, REMEMBER ,,, everyone lives a different life. Everyone lives under a different set of pressures and timelines. So, Do your Best. Get the work out on time. And with the product you receive, do not criticize!!! If you feel that something is amiss, fix it. My mother always said you were not a good dish dryer if you did not wipe off what the dishwasher did not wash or rinse off.
If you think your best is the greatest that ever was, give it one last thought!!!
Take a look at the pattern for the Center Block. Will it allow for borders to be sewn? Will the fabric selected allow it to lay flat, or pucker? Does it fit into the interpretation of the theme selected?
Select a thread that is neutral. Grey or Cream are always a great choice. They do not stand out and go with most light fabrics. If you decide on a dark fabric, select a dark thread. And, although it is obvious, if you select white fabric, please select a white thread. You may think this is basic and why mention it… trust me!
Sew straight lines!
Don’t IRON your work!!! Gently Press it.
If the item is going to be an Heirloom type project – all fabrics must be pre-washed. That will remove any sizing or chemicals on the fabric. When preparing the fabric before cutting, iron the fabric with a Sizing or Starch. One Quilter has found that to pre spray the fabric with the starch and let it dry, really works. Then when you press the fabric, you are not stretching a damp fabric (just sprayed). Sounds reasonable to me.
If your item is scheduled to be used in any way, again, please pre-wash it. That way when the owner washes the item, it will not shrink, stretch out of shape, or pucker.
AND, REMEMBER ,,, everyone lives a different life. Everyone lives under a different set of pressures and timelines. So, Do your Best. Get the work out on time. And with the product you receive, do not criticize!!! If you feel that something is amiss, fix it. My mother always said you were not a good dish dryer if you did not wipe off what the dishwasher did not wash or rinse off.
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