I decided now is time to get back to work on the second Dear Jane quilt “Insanity Revisited.” I started this quilt in April of 2008. I had been so busy the past year with other projects that I have not gotten much done on it this year but I would like to get busy and get several blocks done a week or more if possible in between working on other projects.
In the last two days I got done with two blocks.
This one is from row 8 number 11
Row 8 block #12 work in progress. This is a photo of how I make this block. I cut a square of background fabric at about 5 1/2 inches. Then I cut out the 4 hearts using freezer paper. I draw a chalk line around each heart where the stitching will be. I clip curves where needed and needle turn applique each heart in place. I use my Dear Jane square ruler to help with the placement and I glue baste the heart in place and then do the stitching. I square the quilt block when the applique is finished by pressing first then cutting.
Row 8 Block number 12 when it is finished.
November 23rd, 2009 at 2:32 pm
very nicely done. Glad to see your techniue. always like to learn how to do something.
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November 23rd, 2009 at 3:03 pm
I love the reds, just beautiful! Hope you meet your goals!
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November 23rd, 2009 at 3:40 pm
Karen, I also am always glad to see another quilter’s technique especially when it comes to applique. There are so many methods for this type of work. I think yours is uncomplicated and easy to handle and to teach others. It makes the work very portable too. By the way, love the shower curtain and the wall color really sets it off nicely! Looks like you have a small bathroom like me. Well, at least there is less to clean and therefore more time for quilting!!!!
November 23rd, 2009 at 7:54 pm
I love the red fabric that I picked out for this second dear jane. I got the fabric about a 1 1/2 years ago. The red is a Princess Mira Batik. I had gotten about 10 yards of it initially and then by chance I ran across the exact same color about six months ago and decided to get 2 more yards of it to make sure I didn’t run out. I figured if it was not needed I would be able to use if for the binding. Of course the dye lot might have been different but when I got it home it and compared it looked exactly the same!
November 24th, 2009 at 6:30 am
Great blocks and a nice little tutorial. Wow the chance of finding the exact same fabric!! I’m sure you will not regret your decision to grab a couple more yards.
Crispy
November 24th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
Great blocks…I love the heart block-it looks at first like reverse applique. It would make a wonderful Valentine’s Day quilt (or pillow)!
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