franie

I have one in progress--more like UFO! It is in the blues also but not that pattern but from the same book. I have my sets sewn together and there is where it was left. I sewed the sets at a retreat. Hope mine works out as you know how retreats can be! So many laughs and giggles and interruptions to play a game or eat or something! It is sort of intimidating I have to agree with this one.

Dina

Ha! I just got back from buying fabric. I went after a few more blues and a few more blue-greens. What did I buy? Purple!! (I love purple.)

I have decided to make a placemat first to get used to the technique, then I will go for a real quilt. First I must sandwich and quilt a charity quilt, then I am on to the bargello full time! Can't wait!!

Dina

Buckeye Rose

Small prints, solids, or batiks will work best for fabric choices. Stay very organized....cut and label everything, as it will get confusing....put all strips of one size in a bag and label. Cut and keep a strip of all fabrics, label them by number (I tacked mine up on the wall in front of the sewing machine for easy viewing). I would definitely try a small piece first, like a table runner to get used to the process.

sushi

As Jackie Spencer noted, sewing from opposite ends is very important! (I ignored this once and ended up ripping out every seam and starting over :-(

Accuracy counts for a lot. Find the best method you can to cut and sew straight strips!

nunnyJo

all I can say is, you'll get hooked. Pay close attention to each lay out strip. good luck

nabobw

You must also do directional stitching. Always stitch from top to bottom when sewing strips together. Your strips will not be wavy.

Lori S

If you are looking for blue/green inspiration done in batiks this is one I made awhile back.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...a-t181266.html

Dina

Oh my, Lori! This is beautiful! I can't even imagine making a quilt this beautiful!! I can dream though. You definitely have given me "blue/green inspiration." Thank you!

Dina