As I predicted, there was a lot of un-sewing and re-sewing and partial seams involved in the piecing of this quilt – but the top is now all sewn together. It’s about 44 x 46 inches. Here it is on my design wall.
I like the mostly black & white blocks with touches of bright colors. I like that the blocks are offset both vertically and horizontally, not lined up in a grid. I like the light gray sashing, and the darker gray outside border. But . . .
But, I’m not truly happy with it. When I started this process in May, I intended it to be more of an improv design, and not as precise as it is. I wish I had not made the sashing so precisely square. And, I actually said in the first post “if I don’t like how it’s looking, I’ll cut the blocks up and reassemble them”. So . . .
So, now my plan is to cut it up! I’m going to cut it into 6 inch squares (or perhaps 6 x 8 inch rectangles), then reassemble the new blocks.
Here’s one more photo of it on the design wall. Stay tuned . . .
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Thanks for stopping by. Today, I’m linking up with Nina-Marie’s Off the Wall Friday
Edited to add: Finishing this quilt top was my One Monthly Goal for June. Linking up to Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal – June Finish Link-up
I have to agree with you, it’s nice but …. I’m looking forward to seeing what cutting it up will do.
I love how generous you are in sharing your process!
I like the b&w with some colour; that’s definitely a good starting point. I look forward to seeing how you take this further.
That is a brave step. Good luck with the next stage.
I love your blocks too, but can’t wait to see how the top is going to be once cut!
I love the pops of color, but can see why you might feel the overall design is a bit underwhelming. I admire your sense of adventure in considering the thought of chopping up the quilt top.
Improv is a fun and fascinating process. Lovely. Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and congrats on your finish.