![a Christmas present](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-nPhgnzX/0/M/CA_02281612485722-M.jpg)
Why would I dream of starting yet another quilt when I have so many WIPs???
Well, because I got this snazzy Christmas present, and the February 15 project really caught my eye! I have boxes of scraps to use up, and this seemed like a perfect way to eat up some of those little leftovers.
![my own thing](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-hkFjsrh/0/M/CA_02201616463908-M.jpg)
Although I was very drawn to this project, I didn't like the idea of repeating one block, and three of the blocks in this "Heavenly Stars Quilt" are not stars. So some days, I did my own thing, and in the end, I'm very happy I did. I think my block variety and a true star theme makes this quilt that much better.
![Block a Day Number 2](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-ZwCnf8b/0/M/CA_02181622245485-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 3](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-96dGd3W/0/M/CA_02171621482649-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 4](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-nZBpf8F/0/M/CA_02161622071984-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 5](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-V8NrK9j/0/M/CA_02191621381484-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 6](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-2QgMDd5/0/M/CA_02211617072441-M.jpg)
Halfway done, and looking good so far!
![six blocks](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-K4KHJr4/0/M/CA_02221605411896-M.jpg)
Now it was time to deviate. I decided to stick with the nine-patch formula and do some nine-patch stars that were not included in this Block a Day calendar.
![Block a Day Number 7](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-XQBfwPx/0/M/CA_02221620514666-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 8](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-S9m86tC/0/M/CA_02241622380024-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 9](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-g4d9PsC/0/M/CA_02271600454200-M.jpg)
Yay! Now I can follow the pattern again, and hopefully get this baby done!
![Block a Day Number 10](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-B4nwMX5/0/M/CA_02271612482254-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 11](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-6nSTQvw/0/M/CA_02271621474340-M.jpg)
![Block a Day Number 12](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-w2h22XN/0/M/CA_02281615515170-M.jpg)
Next, I just had to come up with my own layout, and after playing around with the blocks on my dining room floor, I settled on a diagonal color stripe theme.
![Third Flimsy of the Year!](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Recent-Shots/2016-UnNikon/i-SJ79D9p/0/M/CA_03031623270324-M.jpg)
The flimsy was done but measured a mere 35 inches by 45 inches. I decided once again to do my own thing. The nine-patch stars were kind of fun, and I always need to work on my template drafting and precision piecing skills, so four more blocks were in order. Now this quilt top fits a double bed! If I ever piece another quilt top like this again, I may have to use the sashing fabric for the block backgrounds. I really like how the four extra blocks turned out!
![back in black](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Quilts-Plus/In-stitches/i-WfxbnsQ/0/M/DLA110961-M.jpg)
![Ta da!](https://snowcatcher.smugmug.com/Quilts-Plus/In-stitches/i-tdZr2nW/0/L/DLA110956-L.jpg)
Linking up with Crazy Mom Quilts and Confessions of a Fabric Addict.
That sure is a neat way and a good way to challenge yourself as well each day.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pat! Some of those tiny triangles were indeed a challenge, but they were fun, too, and I would do them again.
DeleteThis looks awesome! I have the same calendar and LOVE those blocks and little quilt!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Alison! I didn't plan to do another full quilt from this calendar this year, but then I saw today's... :)
DeleteIt is a perfect way to use up your scraps. You will have a beautiful quilt when you are done. Great job, I love the blocks.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Curly! I think I've become temporarily addicted to nine-patch blocks!
DeleteOh Deb, this is gorgeous! I really like the thoughtful motif placement in the block centers. Number 9 is a real knockout.
ReplyDeleteMakes me want to dig through my stash and put a fresh blade on the rotary cutter.... So many ideas, so little time. :)