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Thursday, February 2, 2023

Hearts + Strings = Heartstrings

Heartstrings
or Wonky Log Cabins with Hearts in the middle.
12 inch (finished) blocks

I made a couple of blocks last December when I noticed my string scrap box overflowing. 

Now I have 8 blocks and need 7 more for a total of 15 blocks. I'll then put them in 3 columns and either add scrappy 2.5 inch strips in between columns or as an outside border in order to reach a 40 inch width.  Then I'll make a wild and crazy child sized comfort quilt.

First I have to make more hearts for the centers.  

I don't actually cut strings for a quilt. They just happen - quilt back trimmings, odd sized ends of fabric, wonky cuts.  The only thing I have to cut is the length of the string as I go around the centers log cabin style.  I'm trying to use the most colorful ones for this quilt. 

I have a tab at the top of my blog of other string quilts I've made if you are interested. It includes several variations of the Wonky Log Cabin.

And sew on...

 

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9 comments:

  1. Linda SwanekampFebruary 2, 2023 at 8:02 AM

    A child will love those blocks. The skinny strings make such a great frame.

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  2. LIttle Penguin QuiltsFebruary 2, 2023 at 8:15 AM

    That's a fun idea for sewing up strings! I love the hearts in the middle - perfect for February sewing.

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  3. Andra RidoutFebruary 2, 2023 at 8:24 AM

    These blocks are fabulous! I have so many string scraps and the more I use them, the more they multiply! I have been thinking of adding four patch hearts to a project I am working on but was worried about how tiny they would be. These help me to decide to do them!

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  4. Cats and CalicoFebruary 2, 2023 at 8:38 AM

    It's going to be so cute and happy. Perfect for a comfort quilt.

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  5. MissPatFebruary 2, 2023 at 2:19 PM

    I have to address the string box(ex) soon as they are taking over. I'm on a mission to reduce the strings, and strips and squares I have cut ala Bonnie Hunter as it's all just chaos and driving me buggy.
    Pat

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  6. LindaFebruary 2, 2023 at 3:45 PM

    Love these bright Heart string blocks. They will make a super quilt! Bet you are enjoying making these, Cathy.

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  7. AstridFebruary 2, 2023 at 9:13 PM

    Pretty wonky blocks, love the heart in the center. Looks so fun to make.

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  8. QuiltdivajulieFebruary 3, 2023 at 9:57 AM

    I'd forgotten about Pneuma (the low volume strings) - I love that one. Your colorful hearts are going to make a terrific quilt!

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  9. Sandy PanagosFebruary 7, 2023 at 10:20 PM

    Those blocks are adorable. I think I'll use your idea for a donation quilt. I have strings that "just happen", too!

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