On my design wall today are some origami/3-D Bow Tie blocks that I made several years ago as part of a swap on Treadle On. For this swap, the blocks had to be made on a sewing machine that was manufactured prior to 1900 and the fabrics used had to be unbleached muslin and a reproduction of a pre-1900 fabric. All of these blocks are labeled with the maker’s name and location, but also the type of antique machine. Each was made on either a treadle or a hand crank machine.
These have been stowed away for years after I just couldn’t decide how best to set them. You will note that in this arrangement, there is one block missing. Apparently I was so intent on getting my blocks made for the swap, I forgot to make one for myself, so I shall have to make one more block before I can put this top together. This is February’s UFO challenge top, and this is as far as I have gotten……what are my chances to get this finished before Feb. 28? I still have to find fabric for the borders!
6 comments:
This is going to make a cute little quilt.
I have faith in you! Very pretty quilt. Where is Mac's quilt?
You can do it! There must be quite a few memorie in this quilt! Go for it!
What an intriguing challenge! I love bow ties. Hope inspiration strikes soon for the border fabric :)
Very interesting concept for a block swap. Great blocks. Even if you don't get it done, at least you've made progress.
Love it Gail, nice work !!!
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