The next quilt for Joanna been started, this time it's Log Cabin Hearts. This is an older pattern designed back in 1996, almost 30 years ago. Log Cabin Hearts is designed by Esther Hershberger.
The hearts look more interesting if there is a contrast so I'm adding some purple.
The 16 log cabin blocks for the hearts are pieced.
The next step is to cut the hearts out of the blocks. I've traced off the hearts onto the backside of freezer paper and ironed it onto the back of the blocks. Before I cut out the blocks, I stay stitch along the edge but not on the edge. These blocks will be needle turned and I want to be sure the stitching doesn't show.
Stay stitching on the front.
After the stay stitching is completed, I cut out the heart shape leaving 'turn under' for the applique. The edge is pressed to the back.
The next step is to applique the hearts to the backing fabric. I will finish the Elegant Garden block I'm appliqueing now, then Elegant Garden will have to wait until the hearts are completed. Applique happens in the evenings but the 64 partial log cabin blocks, that surround the heart section, will be pieced during the day.
You can buy freezer paper that has been cut into 8.5" by 11" pages but that's not large enough for the heart pattern. I have a roll of freezer paper that I bought at E & S Sales in Shipshewana. 150 square feet, that is going to last me a long time! You can probably find this product online somewhere, I didn't google it.
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7 comments:
Dear Gretchen, Freezer paper is something I have not seen being sold for years in the shops up north. Used my last piece just the other day. Will see if I can find it online. Your logcabin hearts looks amazing. Stay nice and warm, looking forward to spring.
What lovely hearts! Your fabrics are scrumptious. Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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This is such an interesting technique to me. I rarely use freezer paper in my sewing room, but I use it all the time in my kitchen. I can buy 75 square feet at the big stores in town. I'm jealous of that giant box you have!
What a fun way to make a heart quilt that little bit 'extra'. I love the fabrics/colours you've chosen and look forward to seeing your quilt.
Such a pretty heart and gorgeous fabrics. xx
Oh my goodness, this will be so pretty. Needle turn! That is a lot of sewing . May your fingers be nimble and protected.
Oh how pretty, Gretchen. The punch of purple is delightful. I look forward to seeing the first appliqued blocks. Thank you so much for telling about the Freezer Paper; I am adding it to my shopping list. Enjoy your day. Hugs.
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