Sunday, January 23, 2011

Introducing Geese Crossing

Yup...that is the name of my string quilt. I got all the remaining center blocks made today and got them all put together. What do you think?




I have a couple of ideas for the borders, but not sure what I am going to settle on. I REALLY like how this is coming out. The bad news is that I started by making little string blocks because I had 3 overflowing bins of strings. Now that I have all these blocks made..I STILL have 3 overflowing bins of strings! lol

Here is what I have done with the tiny 9 patches that I made as leaders and enders. I am putting them together as leaders and enders, also.



I think that about wraps up the sewing for today. Time for some dinner then wine and a movie. Hope you all had wonderful weekends!!

Frugal tip: Tell your friends and family about your obsession with quilting and fabrics. I did and now EVERYONE saves me all their cast off cotton clothing!! Wooohooo! Free fabric!!
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23 comments:

  1. KathyJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    I love your string blocks and the flying geese are great.You are one talented person! And such energy-I could not keep up if I tried. And in terms of frugal tips-I have a pile of fabric to send you.

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  2. JenniferJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Love the goose crossing quilt!

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  3. Marge GordonJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Love it LOVE IT, LOVE IT! Great job!

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  4. Smiley QuilterJanuary 23, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    I love "Goose Crossing" ; I have just begun to make string blocks and can't stop. I love them but not sure what I'm going to do with them but I sure love what you did. I'm thinking some kind of pieced sashing as it is so interesting.

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  5. QuiltSueJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    What a wonderful quilt. I think I'd do the borders with the geese and posts, just as you used in the centre, but looking at it, does it even need any borders?

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  6. GrannyJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    I love Geese Crossing. The colors just pop. Of course I love the tiny nine patch blocks and what you've done with them. Nine patches were always my favorites until I saw your string blocks.

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  7. ShellieJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    Oh Reenie! I think this will get published. Hmmmmm which magazine??? You need to write up a pattern now!!!

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  8. SaskaJanuary 24, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Love your Goose-Strings...they look good together!

    How big are your 9-patches?

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  9. ReginaJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    I agree with Shellie -this pattern is too good to keep to yourself!

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  10. BonnieJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Wow! Another winner. And, you should consider submitting it to a magazine. I'm sorry but I am going to have to quit looking at your blog!* Everything you do I want to do. I doubt if I will live that long -- I couldn't get everything done in 30 years!

    ***** I lie, of course I'm going to continue to visit. I love your stuff! Bonnie

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  11. Sharyn Mallow WoerzJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Great Graphics, Great Job!
    Happy quilting, Sharyn

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  12. Renate BischoffJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Your String-Quilt is very beautiful. And I love what you made from the tiny 9-patches. Are the squares cut 1 inch?

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  13. sandraJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Are you going to do a pattern for the goose quilt? I would love to make one.I could probably work out how to make it by looking at yours but I want to do the right thing and buy a pattern from you.

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  14. The Cozy QuilterJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Love your Goose Crossing quilt! Do you ever let your sewing machine cool down?

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  15. LindaJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Scrappy string blocks are really starting to draw me in. I love yours. In fact I like everything you've shown. I'll be back for sure. Have a great day.

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  16. SusanJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    This is the nicest string quilt I've ever seen. Just FABULOUS!

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  17. SubeeSewsJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Love the quilt and the name. You are so very talented.
    I liked making those string blocks too!
    XOOXO Subee

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  18. MelodyJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I love the string quilt Geese Crossing! If you ever decide write up a pattern, please let me know.

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  19. JustPamJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Geese Crossing is beautiful. I want to make a string block quilt, now that I have finished RRCB. So many wonderful string quilts out there for inspiration.

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  20. DianeJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    I agree with Shellie! It is gorgeous!! Can I just send you some fabric to make me one??? Please, pretty please! Then you won't have to publish or post directions! Love it, love it, love it!!!

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Hi Reenie,
    Take it to an art gallery or local artisan shops. There are a few of galleries around here who sell on consignment... 60-70% of sale for you/30 - 40% for them. I saw some in a small gallery last week, that were selling for $400.00 and $800.00... could not hold candle to your work.
    If you truly want to sell it, that is where I would go first. Also local bed and bath stores. Wow! This quilt is seriously beautiful!
    Cheryl Comox BC

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    The sashing is wonderful. String blocks are so versatile!

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  23. LindaFebruary 2, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I love this. What a way to use up those scraps!

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