The applique I'm using is from this book, A Baltimore Album, 25 applique patterns by Marsha D. Radtke. This block is called the Rose of Sharon Circle and is the 7th block in the book. It's the top left block on the cover.
Years ago I took my book to Staples and had it spiral bound so it would lay flat when copying the patterns.
The fabric background is white but it seems to look different in the picture. The green I used for the leaves is fossil-fern fabric.
Here are all four blocks. I think this quilt will look nice with the appliqued blocks in the corners.
I appliqued these blocks using the freezer paper method. The round flowers used in this block used the same freezer paper from the first applique block.
You can't use the freezer paper indefinitely but you should get at least two ironings out of it. Make sure you use a HOT iron!
Make sure you always label where the location of the applique is to go. AND make sure you reverse copy your pieces if they are not symmetrical.
I'm not going to finish piecing the quilt this summer but the blocks are now ready to go when I have time to finish it.
This quilt is #12 on list of projects for this year. It's not a complete finish but progress has happened and that is what is important.
Linking to Patchwork & Quilts, Kathys Slow Stitching Sunday, Stitching Stuff, Oh Scrap, Handmade Monday, Sew & Tell, Craftastic Monday, Design Wall Monday, Monday Musings, To Do Tuesday
17 comments:
ooh such lovely blocks..going to be a gorgeous quilt...
The applique blocks work so well with the emboridered blocks. It's going to be a beautiful finish!
Those are beautiful blocks - love the blues you've used. I am in love with the embroidered one!
You make me think I could actually applique. I am looking at that book on eBay - I can get it for less than $5 with free shipping, so why not?
I'm going to pick out a couple of my fave quilt books and get them spiral bound - it's such a great idea.
I love when books are spiral bound. Your block is gorgeous as always. Thank you for posting the reference. Happy stitching.
This is going to be beautiful.
I just love seeing the blocks that you make. So pretty.
Thank you so much for the freezer paper tip, Gretchen. I would have never thought of that. Your block is stunning.
I have been thinking of trying some applique, as I have only done simple patchwork. Your work is inspirational.
Those blocks are gorgeous! I've only done raw edge applique' which I don't looks as nice. This is going to be a stunning piece.
It's always a treat to see your appliqué blocks. You do such impeccable work. No need to guess how you found out that freezer paper in layers can't be separated after heated with an iron. I've demoed that for myself. :)
Such beautiful blocks!! I like the freezer paper method too.
You do such beautiful appliqué. This quilt is going to be stunning. It's so nice to have a well used book spiral bound. I've done it to some of my books but I might need to do a couple of more books. Keep up the beautiful work.
Your choice of fabrics and colours...like that lovely green, are like your stitching, impeccable, Gretchen. Always so wonderful to look at what you are creating!
Going to be another of Gretchen's masterpieces, for sure. My sewing mojo seems to be back in the building so I'll just keep plugging away. I do needle turn applique but cannot compare to the quality of the work you do, dear girl. Stay cool.
I don't claim to be an expert at applique but applique is like any other skill, you need to do it to become better. I have friends who I think do a much better job than I do but I keep stitching.
Your applique blocks are just gorgeous! xx
I'm always amazed by your wonderful appliqué work. Neat and elegant, your blocks are beautiful. I agree, progress is what matters! Thank you for sharing your tips, and linking up
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