hsquiltingmom

Hi,

I am working on quilts for family members for Christmas. I am trying to use fabrics that are around the house, as we are tight on money right now. The quilt I am having an issue with is my son in laws.

I am using some green flannel that have little animals driving race cars (the reason behind the quilt is that all the quilts they have for their bed are feminine quilts). I am using the churn dash pattern and 1 of the pieces I am using has different flags, and one is a plain light blue. I have 9 squares done, and cannot find scraps of the fabrics. I have more of the blue, however. So I am trying to decide what can be done to make more squares.

I thought of making just some blocks that have race car appliques, I found a piece of flannel with fire trucks on it, and so I could do those, but would have to change my colors on the block.

So I am asking for suggestions. I would really like to get this one done for Christmas. The ones for my others I can always finish later. So what are your suggestions?

Thanks

Sadiemae

Could you post a picture? I would check and see if I have anything similiar.

amma

Pictures are always helpful :D
I don't see a problem with adding other blocks...sprinkle them around, or use them in a design :D:D:D

fleurdelisquilts.com

For one quilt I got tired of making the same 12 inch leaf block, so I made half of the number I needed. I cut 12 inch squares to put between the leaf blocks. Since I didn't have enough of any one fabric and couldn't get more, I purchased a coordinating fabric for the squares.

Another option would be to add coordinating fabric to use for sashing and borders then use your focus fabric (the racing cars) for the cornerstones.

hsquiltingmom

I can't post a picture as I don't have a digital camera. I will see if I can get a friend to take a picture of the fabric.

sahm4605

if you have a camera phone that would work also