I have used the 2.25" strip die several times already. I set right up to cutting binding for several table runners, a lap quilt and a wall hanging. So you will be seeing more finishes very soon! Here are the first two of them.
I finally figured out how I wanted to quilt one of these star table toppers so it was just waiting for it's binding. All of the star points received straight line quilting by using a ruler on my longarm. A fun swirl in the middle and simple stippling in the light background. The pattern is an oldie from Stitchin' Friends called Seasonal Star.
It was not a good day for lighting for a good photo. The red is a pretty cherry red and what might look like holly leaves on black to you is actually a dark green with holly leaves and it has metallic specks in it as does the light background, so fun and sparkly in person but it wanted no part in taking a good picture! And the weather doesn't sound all the cooperative in the next couple days either:(
The backing is the only part that photographed true in color.
Next up was this green snowman table runner. It's a fun pattern in one of the books by GE Designs.
A simple allover swirl hook looks great on this style of table runner.
Did you get some sewing time this weekend, what did you work on?
I'll be linking with some of the fun Monday and Tuesday linky parties.
Fun finishes! You were being very productive, Vicki!
ReplyDeleteI like both your table runners, and your quilting choices are so perfect! I have an Accuquilt cutter and have only used it once or twice. I've been seeing some great projects using it, so I think I should get it out of the closet!
ReplyDeleteUnfortunatley, I didn't get even a second of sewing time. But I have made great progress on some of my projects. I really like both of your table runner finishes this week!
ReplyDeleteLove the quilting you've done on both, Vicki! I can see where those dies will come in very handy for you. Good purchase, and cute quilts!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and the perfect quilting for your table toppers! I still haven't gotten in the 'holiday' sewing spirit...that usually happens in...December!
ReplyDeleteLove your quilting choice on the star runner! The straight lines really add to the feeling of the star spinning around :)
ReplyDeleteGreat quilting design on your table runner. We had weekend guests, so I'm looking forward to some sewing time this afternoon.
ReplyDeleteHi Vicki! I love the star table topper. The quilting is just perfect to enhance those star points! And the snowman runner is also very cute - different from your usual snowman appliqué ones though. I suspect they'll both sell quickly. I stole a little sewing time on Sunday after a fun-filled Friday and Saturday. I don't feel like I got much accomplished though. ~smile~ Roseanne
ReplyDeleteThe star table topper is fabulous. I understand completely about fabrics that just don't want to play nice for the camera, but I can imagine what the colors and sparkles really look like.
ReplyDeleteI love the table topper and runner. They are both so festive. I recently placed an order with Accuquilt and know what you mean about their fast shipping. It was a surprise considering I didn't pay for it.
ReplyDeleteMy weekend sewing consisted of Halloween and Christmas projects... not that our weather felt anything like it.
These are both really nice finishes. You are getting yourself well set up for Christmas.
ReplyDeleteThose are both lovely pieces. I really like the way the straight quilting lines guide your eye, and I suppose the swirly ones do, too! Thanks for sharing.
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