I spent a long time sketching and trying to figure out my block. Our only instructions were to use Flying Geese. I had never made flying geese before, but I thought I could wrap my head round it all. I designed a 24" (finished block) and got to the cutting. And I sewed, then cut, and sewed some more. There may have been periodic seam ripping and less than ladylike words echoing round the house.
And I got three quarters of the way done before I realised that in all my planning I hadn't taken into account how much of the background fabric I would need. Now, I know Trudi and she would have more fabric in the post for me right away. That would not be a problem with her. But I had the bit between my teeth and wanted to finish this task. So I did. I compromised and rearranged the flying formation of my geese. Now I have two 12" blocks instead. Not as good as my original idea - I think - but not complete crap (she says with fingers crossed).
As always with bee blocks, I do hope the recipient likes them. That is the primary objective.
So, apparently, I can make flying geese now. That has to be good. I shall send Trudi the rest of the flock too, the geese that are wandering free range in my dining room right now.
And I will go see what box needs ticking next. I might not have my mojo back, but I do have the urgent need to get things done. That is a powerful incentive.
Susan
Well look at you! Aren't they are lovely!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure Trudi will love them :-) sometimes I find it hard to settle at my sewing when I know there are other, non sewing things that need doing. Maybe when you have worked through your list you'll feel a weight lifted and the mojo will be back with a bang! xx
ReplyDeletegreat blocks...great flying geese!
ReplyDeleteOooh, they look just awesome! Flying Canada goose?
ReplyDeleteThey look great Susan - I love Flying Geese...my quilts always seem to include them or stars or both!!
ReplyDeleteTrudi will love them. I like the wild geese too. Di x
ReplyDeleteThose are gorgeous! I think I want to try flying geese now.
ReplyDeleteThey look great! The cogs are turning for my blocks, I'm hoping to get cracking on them tonight.
ReplyDeleteI am sure she shall love them. Nice job, you!
ReplyDeleteif she doe not love them I am sure there will be plenty of volunteers to take them off your hands xx
ReplyDeletewhat gorgeous blocks. I think Trudi will be thrilled them!
ReplyDeleteOh, you know I'm home on a Tuesday, shout and you could have had it today! I love them both, and that I get to play with your canadian wild geese too! Thank you Susan- gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThey're great! Anyone would be happy to get them. Donna
ReplyDeleteFlying Geese...my favourite! Your blocks look great!!
ReplyDeleteGreat blocks! I'm sure Trudi will love them!
ReplyDeleteThey look great - Trudi is going to have a stunning quilt xxx
ReplyDeleteGreat blocks missus, glad you got it worked out :-)
ReplyDeleteOoh, they look great! Although there's nothing worse than a loose goose aboot your hoose... ;o)
ReplyDeleteThey look great, well done. I'm pleased it all worked out in the end. I hope you get e few more of those boxes ticked so you can go and play with your fabric.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant blocks Susan - though I'd love to have seen your original plan too.
ReplyDeleteThose are lovely, the one is like a friendship star.
ReplyDeletethese are awesome blocks I would be chuffed to receive these! glad you are beginning to get things done! that mojo is heading back I can feel it! x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous blocks although I am intrigued about your original plan.
ReplyDeleteFabulous geese Suz! You're the queen of improv! Jxo
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! Love that you changed your plan on the fly and these are still gorgeous!
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