New inspiration

10 years ago

Somewhere in my stumbles across the internet, I came upon reference to Sara Nephew's and Marci Baker's book, Not Your Grandmother's Log Cabin. In it, 1-1/2" strips are used to create triangle and diamond log cabin blocks and really beautiful quilts. There are 30 patterns in the book. Some use scraps, and some are quite color-planned. I now have the book and the 10" Clearview Triangle ruler that is used. I've wanted a new scrappy project, so this might be it. I especially liked the quilt pattern called Winter Snow, but there are many in the book that I would like to try.

Has anyone ever done any of these quilts? The book came out in 2008, so I'm kind of late to the game.

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nannykins
10 years ago
Sounds intriguing! Havent seen that book. Have fun with it.

Theresa
nannykins
10 years ago
Did you watch the You Tube video called Not Your....?

Theresa
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msmeow
10 years ago
Wow, those are some very interesting and different quilts! I can't wait to see yours. :)

Donna
loisflan
Original Author
10 years ago
Yes, Theresa, now that you mention it, I remembered that I did see the video on YouTube. Isn't the Winter Snow quilt scrumptious? I love her idea of choosing a fabric that you love and using those colors in your quilt. I've got a lot of fabric that can be cut into 1.5" strips - lots of solid scraps too, which are used quite a bit.

I want to start pulling fabric right now, but my office/sewing room is currently a staging area for the clothes I'm taking on our trip. I guess I have to wait until I get back.
glassquilt
10 years ago
Log cabins are my most favorite block.
geezerfolks_SharonG_FL
10 years ago
I don't remember ever hearing of this, Lois. I'll have to do some research. If it's scrappy, you know I'll be checking it out. :-)