I stuck to my plan this week, and was able to get the Split 9s quilt ready for quilting. That always takes me a couple days - cutting batting and backing to size, pressing, dethreading, spray basting. It's such a good feeling to get all those chores done!
I've been quilting a little bit each day, using my favorite serpentine stitch in a grid along the seam lines. I enjoy coming across all the scrappy squares I used as I quilt - owls, paper airplanes, hot air balloons, flowers, shamrocks, skiers, "Up, up and away!"
And here's a real favorite!
UFOs are a badge of honor!
Sometimes I need a break from the quilting, though, so I was thinking about what else I could work on, and remembered Blueberry Taffy. I made these blocks back in January, using crumb blocks I had made in 2022. I don't think I've pulled them out since then, so it's time!
There are eight more crumb blocks to turn into Taffy blocks, and that's something I can work on here and there when I need a break from quilting on the Split 9s.
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27 comments:
Your quilt is looking very I-Spyish!!! And love that taffy block!!! That is a real cutie!!!
How big is your split 9’s quilt? It is looking great! I also love the serpentine stitch in my machine. The taffy blocks are looking good—a neat way to use your crumb blocks. Gail at the Cozy Quilter
Your Split 9s quilt is SO pretty! I really love that serpentine stitch. I had forgotten about your gorgeous Blueberry Taffy blocks. The blues seem quite appropriate for the cold weather, right? :)
Great progress on your split 9's. I'm stuck at that stage with a quilt but I am hopeful to get it done today. Love those crumb blocks. So fun. Have a great weekend.
those are cute quilts it is nice to get another done isn't it.
Split 9's is looking good. Those blueberry taffy blocks are really fun, I don't remember those, but it's a really fun scrap buster.
Oh my - those Split 9s made such a great quilt. The serpentine stitch is my go-to as well. The Taffy block is adorable.
Your Split 9 quilt so colorful and full of interesting & fun fabrics. Have a good weekend quilting it and making the Taffy blocks.
Congrats on beginning the quilting process, Diann! Good thinking on working your way through Blueberry Taffy during quilting breaks. That's SEW smart!!
Your Split 9s is a beauty! I love the layout, and the bright and pretty colors. Fun candy blocks too, great use of crumbs :)
What a chuckle. . .I have many badges of honor. . .I've sew many UFOs . . . .although, I have one less today than I did yesterday! Your split nine is a beauty! Kudos to pull those blueberry blocks out to play with!
I was drawn in when I saw the Split 9's in my blog feed. It is so bright and happy, I love it and do you know I have never seen that pattern before. Love it.
Your split nines is progressing nicely! I remember your taffy blocks and thought that it is a great use of the crumbs.
I love your colorful Split Nines every time I see them! And seeing your candy blocks reminds me that that is yet another RSC finish I need to get cracking on! I’m glad there’s no one who is going to make me sit out RSC24 because all my past projects aren’t completed!! LOL. Curious as to how many Christmas cards (great photo on it, BTW) you sent out this year.
Yay for getting a good start on the split nines quilting! I don't even remember your taffy blocks:0
I really like the way you set the Split 9's. And hooray for the serpentine stitch. I use it often. The taffy blocks are such fun -- and no calories!
Lovely projects Dianne. The split nine block is so much fun - How satisfying to be working on finishes! I am quilting a project too and it does get a bit boring at times. I usually have to break it up and do other things in between too.
The Split 9 Quilt is so colorful and pretty!
What a nifty way to use your blue crumb blocks. I like making crumb blocks and using them different ways...using them to fashion taffy is great!
Laurie
You have some clever I Spy blocks in that quilt! Those taffy blocks are fun and colorful, too!
the setting is a favorite and I love the taffy blocks - I think I have some somewhere
Oh the taffy blocks - they are just so great!!!
Your Split 9-Patch quilt is so cheerful. I'm sure it is a fun one to quilt. I have to do some crumb blocks for a taffy quilt, as the little bits of fabric are overflowing everywhere and the taffy quilt is such a charmer. Enjoy! ;^)
Mmmm Mmm! Blueberry Taffy ! How darling! Great use of crumbs as well. And oh my, that Split Nine Patch! It keeps getting better and better. I just love this quilt, Diann. Lots of fun fabrics in this beauty. Hugs.
That Split 9 with the offset center is so cheerful! Your serpentine quilting is such a great idea. I think I'll have to give that a try. I've never seen a block like the Taffy block. It's a great way to use those crumb blocks!
Love the Blueberry Taffy quilt. What a fun project!
Those candy blocks are pretty cute! Lots of possibilities there!
Those blue Taffy blocks are so cute and more scrap busting too. You always have such lovely projects to share, Dian.
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