Whew…..I kept putting it off…..
While I know it does not seem like much, one block, it was too me. A block with over 50 pieces, crazy. Now I think I need like 17 more.
I was totally scared to attempt this, however, I ended up finding it quite enjoyable and challenging. Maybe those two things go together, enjoyable and challenging. Either way, my One Monthly Goal is Finished for this month and now I need something for next month.
The instructions for this quilt come in a booklet, which I really like. For some dumb reason, it felt less daunting, just turning a page to move on. There were some complications. For this quilt, there are dogs facing left and dogs facing right. I totally got this confused on multiple occasions. I made the left one and eventually put Post-its over the pictures and instructions for the right facing block because I am not capable of not looking at it. Covering those pictures and instructions with Post-its, worked. No more issues after that. It is a cute block.
So, since there are so many pieces, there is a lot of cutting. Accuracy is totally important. There are many small pieces one inch by one inch for some. I did find a useful tool for all this cutting. It is a lifesaver, especially for me with Rheumatoid arthritis. It is a weird looking ergonomic cutter by Martelli. it even says on the package designed for arthritis and carpal tunnel, etc. It made a world of difference. I barely needed any pressure to cut, which was awesome. Some days when my hands and wrist hurt, I avoid cutting with a rotary cutter. I won a $25.00 gift card for Amazon at work and this was only $14.99. I will not use anything else whenever possible.
Happy Sewing
Happy Quilting
That is cute
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Thanks Denise!
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Super cute!
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Thanks!
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Wonderful to find a tool that makes less pressure for your arthritis. What a cute puppy and what a challenge. Congrats on finishing your monthly goal.
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Thanks Kathryn!
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Such a cute block!
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Thanks!
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What a cute block!
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Thanks Kate
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Cute puppy! Also love that Post-It notes saved the day. What did we ever do without Post-Its? I probably never get anything done without them. 🙂
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LOL!
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Sweet dog. I had to laugh at the coat fabric…. the faces reminded me of all the faces that our dogs see on us,they probably see all of the ones pictured.😁
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I think you are right!
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SO cute! Good job.
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Thank You!
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He is adorable! Maybe 1 a week would be a good goal? Or two a month?
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Maybe 2 a month. The cutting takes a lot roo. Thanks Kathy!
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What a cute block. Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and congrats on your finish.
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Thanks Patty!
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Awe so sweet! How cool to find an alternative to the rotary cutter that works!
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Thanks Cindy!
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He is quite cute! And thanks for the rotary cutter info, I will look for that one.
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Thanks Danette!
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I have that pattern. I think I would be like you…..what? 17 more?
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It is crazy…:)
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That cutter is a lifesaver for me, too! Now that you mention it, I probably should do a post about it, since many of us are getting older (if we’re lucky).
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It is awesome!
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That’s a cute dog 😍
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So cute. One of my brothers went to OSU and would love this.
Quilting Sister Mary
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Thanks!
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