I am hoping eventually to assemble all these twelve-inch blocks into a quilt. I have so far been able to include at least one piece of paisley in each block. That fabric is mostly a rather dark red, and while I like it, I would like to have the end quilt a wee bit more colorful.
Looking through several books of block patterns, I find many of them are limited to just two or three colors. The block named "State Fair" had few colors and I ended up with a block named "Mystery Block". However, when I put that block together, I was not very happy with the rather bland result. I decided to substitute the center four inch piece with a four inch version of the "State Fair" block. It was rather fussy to draft in four inches and I am not a big fan of un-sewing, but I do like the end results.
The colors don't show so well in the four-patch but I am more satisfied than I was with the tan paisley center square.
November is over but I have not yet finished the book. I have been struggling to read the stories on my computer but .... Yesterday morning, things began to look up considerably. My birthday gift from my son, Ken, arrived in the mail .... and included was the paper copy of "Aunt Jane of Kentucky", November's read. I have started back at the beginning and this time am enjoying that book. I have yet to think of a block but that will come in time.
The December read? Yes, that was in the box as well. In fact, I'm all set for the winter, thanks to my son who knows how I love to read.
Your substitution was a flash of brilliance!! Enjoy your books - ;))
ReplyDeleteSuper block, the paisley is lovely in contrast with the other fabrics. This will be a super size quilt when all done. Greetings from Jean.
ReplyDeleteWonderful!! Love the colors of the block!! Enjoy your reading!
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful block. I am getting my packages done and can't wait till I am done with that and cards, so i can sit and just have fun making all the quilts I have been waiting on.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
You put so much thought into your blocks - and work, of course. I am sure you will remember not only the story of the book but the struggle, ease, enjoyment or puzzlement of each block you put together. When looking at the completed quilt you will be looking at your library of memories!
ReplyDeleteI indeed like the block - such intricacies. The colors are set just right. Enjoy your new books.
ReplyDeleteLovely block. Great choice for the centre.
ReplyDeleteI much prefer to have a book in my hands xx liking the look of the block xx
ReplyDeleteGreat block. I haven't finished this month's book, either. I just haven't had time, and forget when I'm on the computer. I still prefer old fashioned books, on paper.
ReplyDeleteThis block is fantastic!! I love the concept of the overall project. And yeah - I'm a Real Book reader, too - gotta have that page-turner in my hands. :)
ReplyDeleteI have that book, but I haven't read it yet. I'm sure I'll get to it before the end of winter. The block looks great!
ReplyDeleteOnly you would have thought to replicate that block for the center! It's beautiful - maybe the prettiest of these blocks so far. :) blessings, marlene
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