K-Roll

Forgot to add - this won't be sent. And look at the flower at bottom middle that just looks like a scary insect!

I may be someone who actually needs quilt police in my sewing room....

Deecee

I thought it was a cockroach until I read your next post K-Roll. LOL

Everyone has a not quite right block at times but that is just part of trying new things and getting the practice we need to do things better.

Good on you for having a go and actually I think your block looks like a cute little funky village.

K-Roll

Worst. Block. Ever.

DeeCee you are kind. It is *supposed* to be a little village, thanks.

Oh well....onward!

Judith1005

K-Roll, that is a very ambitious block for a beginner. Maybe take a step to measure that each unit is the correct size.

Precise cutting, precise quarter inch is the only other advise I can give you.

It is a cute little Wonky Village. And, in a "Wonky" quilt, it is perfect!!

Don't give up. It will get easier each time. And, there is nothing wrong with Wonky at times. Sometimes. Wonky comes across as Modern as well.

Muse&Sew

Yes K-Roll your block is a great wonky block! Sometimes a mistake really isn't a mistake because you can use it in other area's, such as a wonky quilt. It would be great! My BIL always says a mistake isn't a mistake until you can't fix it! In quilting there is always some wiggle room, you just change the design. That's what's fun about these swaps. You get different sizes & you figure out there are lots of ways to make a quilt.

NZquilter

I can see why that would be a hard block to make, K-roll. When I design blocks, I use my pad of quilters graph paper that has 12"x12" pages, marked at 1/4" grid. I got it from Joanns a few years ago. I draw out my design on it without added seam allowence, and then add the seam allowence when I cut out my fabrics. I found this way really helps me get the accurate size I need. I hope this helps? Just think of the little engine that could..." I think I can! I think I can!"

Judith1005

Ladies, the list of participants at the moment are:

Judith1005 (20 blocks)
Redgarnett (20 blocks)
NZquilter
Cuppy
Muse & Sew
NanaKathy55
Deecee
K-Roll
GracefulAnn
Armylady2012
Ljdugas


And, at the moment, I'm not planning another swap. I have to look and see what my schedule is looking like. Although, I haven't ruled it out.

RedGarnet222

Hi K Roll! Here is a link to a pattern at craftsy that is hillside houses. Scroll down a little to see it) It is a buck to buy, but, maybe you are interested? The thing about using a pattern someone else made up is, they have worked out all of the techniques and sizes for you. Also, I think there is a free tutorial there on making 8 half square triangles at a time. You might have to dig around to find it though.

https://www.craftsy.com/quilting/shop/quilting-patterns

I hope this helps you get a better result for all your hard work. I just hate it when I make something that goes awry on me. It still happens to me after all the years I have been quilting. Honest!

Judith1005

Blocks Received are in the parenthesis.

Judith1005 (20 blocks)
Redgarnett (20 blocks)
NZquilter (20 blocks)
Cuppy
Muse & Sew
NanaKathy55
Deecee
K-Roll
GracefulAnn
Armylady2012
Ljdugas

GracefulAnn

I believe the quilt police are a myth invented to scare new quilters just like the boogeyman when I was a little girl! Quilt Police are the only police I don't support!! lol