Most people in my real quilting life know that I don't really keep a "stash". I don't buy much of any fabric that isn't used within a week of purchase. I don't really like clutter, don't keep scraps (horror!), etc. I can fit my entire knitting stash in one Rubbermaid bin and my quilting stash is even smaller.
So, it's strange that I just sit on these Heather Ross scraps. She's my favorite fabric designer (although I really prefer the lighter weight quilting cottons to the last few lines' texture and feel). I think it's time to make something. I have more than a fat quarter of a few prints (swim school, dogs) and less of others like goldfish in bags and gnomes. I really wish the VW vans were blue. If anyone has blue and wants to trade my scrap is decently sized. Feel free to send along ideas for a scrappy Heather Ross quilt!
The Modern Crosses quilt top is almost finished!
I say almost because I think I want to add a thin border. I *love* this top but the wildness kind of makes me crazy. I think I need something to "contain" it all. It's almost 60" square which is a size I like for couch cuddling so it doesn't need to be a wide border. Thoughts?
Comments (3)
I think a border would tie it all together. Maybe navy blue?
I love the gnomes! LOL
Posted by Dee | July 1, 2013 11:14 PM
Posted on July 1, 2013 23:14
A "stash" is just one of those things, isn't it? Nice to have but also a pain? I have started turning my leftovers into potholders. They made awesome hostess gifts and our local Ronald McDonald House really enjoys receiving them and puts them to use every day.
Posted by Lisa C | July 2, 2013 1:44 PM
Posted on July 2, 2013 13:44
I covet the goldfish in bags! I also prefer the lighter, quilting cotton, but I love Heather's whimsy!
And, I agree, a border just frames a quilt!
Posted by Kelly | July 2, 2013 6:33 PM
Posted on July 2, 2013 18:33