You can vent, I think that's one of the things we are here for. What size are your charm blocks?

I started cutting out jeans a few weeks ago, got enough cut out for half the quilt and there they sit. Sometimes a break is needed.

Vicky

They are 2 1/2" blocks. It's frustrating because I was sure I could come up with all the blocks from my stash, and I probably could if I would use more of the 30's and those with white background but I just don't think they look right. It will work out I know but I have enjoyed the challenge and now--------the road block. Jayne

Jayne, email me your addy at Pat@edge.net and I'll send you a a bunch of bits of fabric. I got 420 for my charm, far and away most from a QS, some from Hobby Lobby and JoAnne's, and more since, so they can't all be repeats of what you have. I hear the no white background and no plaids, but give my more details if you like and I'll make you an UFO care package.

I'll be glad to send you some too. Just email me the particulars to tcrouzer at yahoo dot com. I have tons of scraps just waiting to be used.

Teresa

Jayne, I'd love to send you some, too. I'll never be able to use all my scraps for crumb blocks! email info to mamadntpla at hotmail dot com.

Vicky, A few days ago I posted a picture in the Gallery of a jeans bag I made.

SharonG/FL

I feel your pain, I think every quilter has done the same at one time or another.
I am determine to get my room organized so I have been playing with 1&1/2 inch scraps.
Rosa

Take the white fabric and tea dye it or coffee.I made a scrappy quilt some years ago,and didn't realize that 4 of the blocks were more of a brighter white than the rest had in them,and this was after it was all pieced together.No way was i going to tear it apart.So i went in the kitchen and made some tea,laid the quilt top out flat with newspaper and paper towels underneath,and using a sponge applied the tea where it was needed.Took out the newspaper and put some new paper towels under and left it to dry.
It turned out well,and has been washed a few times and is still ok.
Kathi

You are all so kind. You are all making me feel guilty. I didn't mean to sound like I was begging. I do appreciate your offers and I could use the scraps but hate to put people in that position.
Kathy, your idea is a good one and I will keep it in mind as my big need is for light colors.
Thanks, it makes me feel better just knowing you all care.
Jayne

Jayne, please do not feel guilty! You know that quilters love to share and help each other. We had no obligation to offer help and besides...these are just scraps.

If your aim is to have each block be a totally different fabric, that is one thing. But if you need some lights and don't mind using fabrics already in the quilt, just turn the fabric over and see if the wrong side is lighter in value.

Teresa

Oh no Jayne, don't feel guilty--feel annoyed that I'm trying to shove my stash sweepings off on you! I'm perfectly aware you might not like my choice of fabrics, and though I'm also perfectly aware I will NEVER make use of these little bits, I'm such a compulsive pack rat I haven't thrown them away. Yet.

Can't you feel the tiny little fabric voices calling out "Save us! Save us from her compost pile Jayne!"

Don't bother telling me I'm insane--I already know.

You have me convinced and I love you all. I will let you know what my problems are. Jayne