Using up 1 1/2" strips

5 years ago

last modified: 5 years ago

After every quilt I make, I cut the small scraps into sizes that I will use. I have stacks of 1 1/2" strips cut into 3 1/2" to 12 1/2" lengths for log cabins. I needed to use some of them up, so I looked for a pattern. Here is what I'm doing with them. Unfortunately, I always have more dark strips than light ones, so I always end up cutting more light strips. I cut them mostly from larger scraps, so I don't feel too bad about doing that. The quilt will finish at 54" x 72."

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geezerfolks_SharonG_FL
5 years ago
Great use of your strips, Lois. I started a scrappy log cabin at retreat and now can't find it. After I put away all this sunflower fabric and Christmas stuff, maybe it will surface. lol
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nannykins
5 years ago
Always looking for new ideas, Lois and you are a great source. My next project will be a version of your Lozenge quilt. And I also MUST do something with all my strips and strings and pieces. They are taking over the room.

Theresa
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loisflan
Original Author
5 years ago
Theresa, we all inspire one another. I've had the opportunity to meet Sharon some years ago when she visited a relative in Minneapolis. (Hi, Sharon. I hope you find your log cabin blocks.) I hope someday I get the chance to meet you too. Have fun with your Lozenge quilt. My husband wears the apron I made with your fish fabric all the time. I never got a photo from my friend who used the rest of the fabric to make curtains for her grandson who is a fishing guide in northern Minnesota, but I hear he loves them. Happy holidays to you both. Stay safe.
fran1523
5 years ago
That looks great. Must try that.
grammyp
5 years ago
Love it! I'll have to try that for my next string quilt.