Today on Instagram (cringe Chookyblue) I noticed a comment by Fiona (Peaceful Threads) on a post by Jeanette (Nette's Quilting Nook) saying she was going to cut 5" squares instead of the 2" square 9 patch blocks.....
"Darn" I thought as I read it - I could have done that too - I am not a "stick to the rules" sort of person and regard patterns as a starting point and an inspiration to make something and I am not saying I cut corners for the sake of speed, but there are priorities in everything you do - and when you work and have a pile of other projects and Christmas is looming (and an '0' Bithday for DH)....well sometimes an "adaptation" might work.
So, I'll leave it with you...if you haven't already cut your gazillion squares and don't mind being a rebel...it might be worth a try...I don't have any pictures to share with you - just a concept.
And apologies to Anni for deviating off the Journey.
3 comments:
Oh darn wish I had thought of it but I must say I do like the look of the 9 patches...
Thanks Susan .... I was just looking at it and thinking it was a bit "busy" maybe for me with all the 9 patch squares and I would like to quilt into each of the 5" squares - I have cut them and placed them around the outside and think I'm pretty happy with the result - I've used the red toned fabrics - I might have a picture to show later today ... another day at home in quarantine with the flu !! Having said that I think all the finished quilt tops look fabulous .... so I may regret my decision!
more then a cringe........naughty girl......
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