I call these blocks Vintage Thingamajigs.
After two months of working on these blocks with 29 pieces for only 20 minutes each day I now have 46 blocks. They are my version of vintage blocks I saw on Flickr. There are two versions there and my blocks are more like the ones in the back. I am aiming for 140-154 blocks for a twin bed sized quilt.
I was called away from home unexpectedly for a few days so I did make up those 20 minute daily time slots when I came back home. Those 20 minute sessions also include cutting pieces, trimming dog ears and winding bobbins and not just sewing time.
Of course this isn't the only thing I work on for 20 minutes each day.
How many will I have finished next month? Stay tuned!
I love your thingamajigs! That red background just makes everything sparkle!
ReplyDeleteAnd from looking at yours, I can see that I need more stripes and plaids in mine!
Great idea to spend 20 minutes in your sewing room, every day. You will have very soon your 140 or 154 blocks!
ReplyDeleteI will be starting mine in January -- so much to get done between now and then so the slate is clear. I love watching your version evolve.
ReplyDeleteAmazing how those 20 minute slots add up! Love the bright red in your blocks.
ReplyDeleteThis is just so "Old Timey" looking--I love that!;)))) The red is a perfect complement for those fabrics...hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteGood progress on such cute blocks!
ReplyDeleteYup, today is the day when reading your blog blindfolded was brilliant...just like your quilt (I assume).
ReplyDeleteYour Thingamajigs are looking good! Working a little bit each day is how all the quilts get made. My machine has been down for 4-5 days and I feel behind on my "little bits" of time. Fortunately, DH fixed it today so I'm ready to leap back in.
ReplyDeleteLots of wonderful scrappiness!
ReplyDeleteGreat work and always inspiring here.
I have noticed you've got quite a few people working to your 20 minute method now. I am using it for the jobs I don't want to do and it works a treat. Vintage thingamajigs are looking great.
ReplyDeleteYou always make the most interesting quilts. Also a treat to see what you are up too Looks very vintage so you are spot on when choosing your fabrics.
ReplyDeleteLove the vintage look to these! Something about that red!! lol
ReplyDeleteLove everything red!
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