I'm stash busting...and found this quick pattern to help me do just that!
Take a layer cake (the dime: 10") and a charm pack (the nickel: 5")
Center the 5" charm square on top of a 10" square; pin in place.
Stitch about 1/8"from raw edges of the charm squares.
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| Pattern from Kansas Troubles Quilters; A Moda Precut Pattern |
Next, cut the layered 10" block into fourths to make (4) 5" square segments.
Mix up the squares and sew back together.
No need to worry about matching the edges...it's scrappy!!!
This week will find me sewing this into a flimsy and deciding on the border.
What do ya think? A solid stop border with those cute 2" squares??
Thanks for stopping by...as I'm still thinking about what to do.
Tomorrow's theme is: MITTENS
Cute! I think the solid breaking border would look great with all the little squares around the edges.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Needled.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great stash buster! I like the border idea, too.
ReplyDeleteOh wow....how clever! I love it! Gosh you whip quilt tops up quickly, lovely Val. Anybody would think you had a lot of time. =)
ReplyDeleteFun pattern--I think those Scrappy squares would make a great border!
ReplyDeleteIf you have enough scraps, you could make a railroad tie border (not sure that's the right name, but basically rectanlges side by side). That would incorporate your scraps and add a different balance :)
ReplyDeletethis works very well, have a few charm packs but no layer cakes but might have a go with my stash.
ReplyDeleteThaks for the support and ideas guys! I have a tote of 2 1/2 inch strips I had cut years ago for hexis....so they will be perfect for a scrappy border! (More stash busting!!)
ReplyDeleteTwo lovely scrappy quilts! I'm always on the lookout for quick ideas to use up those precious scraps, thanx!
ReplyDeleteVery fun pattern and a great way to use up those precuts.
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