This block confirmed my decision to favour Foundation Paper Piecing. Except for the last three borders, it was all constructed using a printout from EQ8.
I chose to repeat the use of red, since one of my goals is to use up my stash of fabric. And I like a quilt where the eye can jump from one focus colour to the next.
In the Dear Jane Stitch Along, the YouTube video by @JayneStitches, she handpieces this block. I think it would be a perfect block for this technique as well. If I were travelling, I would certainly consider hand-piecing while on a plane or bus.
Successes:
- Nice crisp points due to the FPP technique
- Lovely contrast of the red against the white background
Challenges:
- Again, not many challenges on this one
And here’s what it looks like in my quilt so far:
Terry Whitmell, PhD 