WIP days

Well I have been hit by a series of 'want' to do projects. I thought I was totally in control and going to finish up lots of projects this year before starting new ones but................?  I can't help it I keep finding so many fun things to join in and do. 

 First I have completed the sewing part of my first two blocks for the Skill Builder BOM fun over at www.pileofabrics.com 
I was so unsure of the fabric choices I made but seeing them all ready to quilt the last day or so...I now love them. 

I had a whole bunch of the background gray so I figured I should use it. I have a large scale black and white print for the back since this is a QAYG quilt. 
Then I joined another group that is doing a Favorite Block Quilt a long. 
http://www.persimondreams.com/quilt-alongs/lapaceks-orchard/my-favorite-block-quilt-along

My first two so far:


Update:Birdbath Relay for Life Auction Quilt
Still no progress except I have the backing sewn. I need to come up with some quilting plans for FMQing it. I am a bit worried because I want it to be perfect. Will keep thinking. I am hoping something will come to me.

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ritainalaska said…
i came looking for your 'nature's piroette' and to tell you that it's goreous! so, while i didn't find it, i found your skill builtder's blox ... they're fabulous, too. like your colors! that's a great project, isn't it?!
January 25, 2013 at 5:12 PM
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