Posted by dravon in LiveJournal, Project Review | Comments Off on SFVQA Block Party for Oct/Nov 2011
SFVQA Block Party for Oct/Nov 2011
This is a nifty geometric block in which they wanted to use fall colors offset by white. I found enough colors, since I don’t really have much of a quilting stash, but I’m sure how “fall” they are. Here’s the finished piece:
I was very pleased when even M took a look at it and said that my matching was getting better. Overall, there were only 3 rough spots but they are very minor. See the red circles in the below 2 photos to see where the alignment is not perfect, then go back up to the top photo and see if it’s such a glaring error that it detracts from the piece.
I personally didn’t think so, and while I’ll continue to strive to make sure that the seams match up perfectly I’m not going to sweat each and every single one. Afterall, these blocks are my practice blocks — not only in terms of practicing the sewing/matching, but also with color play.
As an aside, I made a vest for M which included welt pockets. I still need to do a post-mortem for that, but this piecing practice really helped me work those better. Still definitely need a lot of welt pocket practice, but getting better!
Found a quote I’ve fallen in love with. I say it a lot when I working on stuff. First I have to get it right, THEN my aim is ultimately the second one. heh
“Amateur’s practice something until they get it right; Professionals practice something until they can’t do it wrong.”
