Wednesday, July 18, 2012

One Flower Wednesday

I did not finish a new flower this week, but got paving stones around this one.  I finished it in church tonight, so it's fresh!



I came across a quilting book second hand that is beautiful!  I just love books of all kinds, and when I run across one that has been enjoyed and cherished by someone else that makes it even more special. It is a copy of Better Homes and Gardens American Patchwork and Quilting, copyright 1983.  It was inscribed to someone by hand dated 1993, so I might be the third owner.   Inside I found an illustration of how I want my hexagon quilt to look. I hope it's ok to put the picture here since I've cited the source.



English paper piecing is not mentioned, but how to place the blocks is, so I was really glad to find that.  Have a great week, and go view more beautiful hexie flowers on Karen's blog..

9 comments:

Karen said...

Lovely flower and a wonderful find. I love books too!

The English Ladies! said...

I love all of your flower they look so good!

Melodee said...

I say any and all work on a flower is good! at some point you will need to get all those stepping stones done! now is as good a time as any :) great job!!

Anthea said...

Stitching... in Church... ? Ha ha. I love the look of the layout from the book, and the colours you're using will be perfect for it. Great to get some ideas going on about how to piece it all together...

Maria said...

Great job of sewing on your stepping stones...
Lucky to have found the book.

Quilting Chemist (Danette) said...

Beautiful flower and love the fabric for your stepping stones

My Sister Made Me Do It.... said...

I agree that those old magazines and books still have great ideas.......and depending on the project I'm working on, I find new ideas in the same magazine......I think you are on your way to having a flower garden like the picture!

Hilachas said...

Your quilt is going to be gorgeous. And, you're moving along so quickly. Can't wait to see it finished.

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