Friday, June 8, 2018

Bits of Turquoise and Teal

The past week has been a bit crazy (and therefore, unusual) in the Little Penguin household!  A variety of out of town guests coming and going, and preparing to be out of town ourselves, has left me with very little time in my sewing room.  ;(

 I did have a chance to dig out a few teal and turquoise scraps -


so I could put together the Squared Away Sampler blocks for June.


I'm awfully glad this month's block went together so quickly... at least I accomplished something!

Here are all of my Sampler blocks up on the design wall together.

I'm really happy with them so far!

The smallest leftover bits and pieces get sewn into these Tiny Rail blocks - 


I need 25 of these 2.5 inch squares to make a 10.5 inch block, so I'll keep working on them throughout the month.

For more teal and turquoise inspiration, check out all the posts at Angela's ScrapHappy Saturday link-up for the Rainbow Scrap Challenge, HERE!

Also linking up with Oh Scrap at Quilting is More Fun than Housework on Sunday!






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20 comments:

  1. LIttle Penguin QuiltsJune 8, 2018 at 8:53 PM

    As always, thanks for your comments! I read and appreciate every one!

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  2. Karen SJune 9, 2018 at 1:01 AM

    With all the activity going on you have done well to get in some sewing.

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  3. IvaniJune 9, 2018 at 5:54 AM

    Your blocks for the BOM are pretty beautiful, Diann. I am also happy this month there isn't any HST, I will make mine next week.
    Have a great weekend

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  4. Vicki in MNJune 9, 2018 at 6:00 AM

    So happy you were able to squeeze in a little sewing time, I mean we all need our sewing therapy!

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  5. LouiseJune 9, 2018 at 6:47 AM

    Every little bit helps! I'm glad you had a few happy moments in your studio :)
    louise dot hornor at gmail

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  6. Barb NeiwertJune 9, 2018 at 7:16 AM

    Summer is like that, isn't it? It's a good thing! I love the colors in your turquoise blocks :)

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  7. MonicaJune 9, 2018 at 7:16 AM

    Your Squared Away quilt is looking awesome! I love all the modern fabrics.

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  8. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowJune 9, 2018 at 7:27 AM

    The design wall is looking great!! : )

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  9. Mary in Peoria HandmadeJune 9, 2018 at 7:30 AM

    Those June blocks are sweet. Love these colors. I haven't had a chance to start on mine. Enjoy all your company and a getaway! mary

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  10. CathyJune 9, 2018 at 9:15 AM

    Your blocks are coming together so beautifully, Diann! And those little bitty rails are just calling my name! no need to reply... xo

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  11. The Joyful QuilterJune 9, 2018 at 10:05 AM

    Thank goodness for some speedy piecing and I hope you enjoy your travels!

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  12. PaulaB quiltsJune 9, 2018 at 12:42 PM

    Those blocks are a nice addition to your sampler, Diann. You really believe in the adage, Waste not, want not. Those bits would make a cute mini quilt.

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  13. CathyJune 9, 2018 at 4:10 PM

    Finding little bits of time to sew in the summer is difficult here too. Looks like you made good use of your bits of time!

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  14. Deb AJune 9, 2018 at 5:22 PM

    They must have known and made this month's block easy for us! Your's came out great. Enjoy your travels.

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  15. KateJune 9, 2018 at 9:50 PM

    Your Squared Away sampler is looking great! Hope things slow down so you can get in some stitching time once your visitors and trips are all over.

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  16. PreetiJune 10, 2018 at 7:22 AM

    Oh my goodness, Diann. We are on the same wavelength this week.

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  17. Cynthia Brunz DesignsJune 10, 2018 at 8:57 AM

    Your blocks turned out great. I am thinking about making some zigzag blocks for an RSC quilt. I need a new project.

    Thanks for linking up with Oh Scrap!

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  18. Christine BJune 10, 2018 at 2:08 PM

    Love how your sampler blocks look together on your wall.... so pretty! Christine x

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  19. LindaJune 11, 2018 at 5:40 AM

    Loving your sampler!
    Sounds like you're having a busy summer. I love our family visits, but I'm always happy to get back into the sewing room - lol!

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  20. Sandra WalkerJune 11, 2018 at 2:52 PM

    Lots of scrap-happiness here Diann! Darn when real life disrupts our sanity-saving sewing time right?!

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