Happy New Year

I did not want to start 2015 out with 2014's work, but here it is and so I am.   Mardie, I am pleased to inform you that one Patriotic Star block is finally headed your way!  It was so easy to whip up and I can totally see this quilt being happy in your home.

And, in continuing the theme of this post, here's my Blue Ribbon Quilt from 2013 (*disclaimer* it did not actually win a ribbon of any color, especially blue).  It's been done for quite some time but I hadn't posted yet.  I LOVE the way it turned out and am still planning on getting the pattern into my Etsy shop... some day.

I always get excited at the start of a new year for 12 Squared.  I love seeing what you all come up with and having a platform to chit-chat-sewing-n-stuff.  If you've got some blocks from last year you're behind on, there's no time like the present!  Blow the lint off your machine and catch up so you can start 2015 off fresh!

xo

Becca   

Kickin' Threads and Taking Names

At the end of my life I'm sure I won't say, "I wish I spent more time cleaning the bathrooms."  But, I will say, "I wish I spent more time sewing."

See all that fabric stacked up to the left of the picture?  Potential projects, that just cry for attention.

I did get to spend a little time in my sewing room this weekend and made progress on a couple of projects.  I got the top to my 2012 12squared sampler quilt finished.  And my Blue Ribbon Quilt is coming along.  Rethinking the name.  Any suggestions?

syrup & ice cream

I procrastinated on these squares for some reason.  But inspired by Liz, Mardie, & Teriney, I hunted fussy cuts.  I couldn't decide on just one, so I did two.  I hope they're what you wanted, Becca.

now I'm in the mood for a funnel cake!

The Perfect Ewe!

And the award goes to...

Teriney for the Perfect Ewe!!

Best Flower Arranging by Mardie

Here is Mardie's blue ribbon for Best Flower Arrangement!

So cute! We are sorry it is so late! We had a fun quilting party this morning to finish up!!

Best In Show:Bolognese

The Barefoot Contessa's Bolognese would definitely win the best in show at Tobler Sunday dinners! So the tomato wins the prize!

I hope you enjoy my red and grey tomato prize! Fun square!!

best dressed and best chicken

Becca,
I really hope these will work okay.  They were fun to make!  I can't get over how perfect yours is- you have the magic touch.
Camie

November: Blue Ribbon Quilt

Vintage prize ribbons have been on my mind for months and I've been pondering and scheming how to incorporate them into a quilt.  This block is sort of a culmination of ideas that have been brewing in the back of my head for a while.  My plan is to eventually get this concept into a pattern that I can sell on my Etsy site, so, I'll be emailing the directions as opposed to publishing them here.  Hope you don't mind being my guinea pigs!

Here's the color palette:
I'm straying from our beloved Kona white and asking you to use unbleached muslin for the block background and fabrics that favor more of an off-white or creamy color as opposed to bright white.  I realize some of my inspiration fabrics have white in them, and that's okay by me if the fabric is just too fantastic not to use!

robbin's egg blue, navy blue, pale blue, gray, red, salmony pink

These are smaller blocks (about 6" x 9"), so if you're inclined to do more than one, let me know-- I have several variations in mind, but I don't have pictures of them yet.  And, if you would like me to send you some unbleached muslin or fabric, I'd be happy to.  I'll be in Little Rock Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week, so I could bring stuff with me if you are in need.

Thanks, my friends!

xo

Becca