My studio (spare bedroom) is only 10' x 10'. It doesn't have much storage space at all. There is fabric, notions, tools and stuff stashed in every place I can think of. I need to finish some projects and get them out of here. With that goal in mind I went through some drawers and found this lovely 1930's green drunkards path. I have no idea what I initially intended for this but I was determined to finish it and get it donated to Quilts for Kids. All the necessary parts were there, just cut up some of the fabric for a border. I
layed out the back and used some spray basting for the batting. Some more spray basting and the top went on. I was pretty confident that I could machine quilt some straight lines even though this top measures 38" x 38".
The first diagonal row went on a bit wonky but not too bad. The second, third and fourth rows were making it worse. I removed the stitching and started again. The same thing happened again and again with each row. The back of the thing was nothing but pleats, folds and bumps. I ripped the stitches out again.
I give up! I can't get it smooth, I can't get it quilted. Is there anyone out there who wants it, top, batting, backing and binding? The only catch is you will have to donate it to Q
uilts for Kids, or the Binky Patrol or a
childrens charity of your choice.
6 comments:
It's very nice. I would most likely make more of a mess out of it than you say you did. I hope you can find someone who will finish it.
No thanks! It is very cute though, I hope you find someone who will finish it for you. :)
Have you tried using a basting spray? I've never used it but have heard it helps.
I hate to sound selfish...but if I took it off your hands, it would go directly into my 1930's decor spare bedroom!
Those kids need it more than me :)
That is so gorgeous!
I wouldn't mind finishing it for you. It would go to Children's Cabinet in Reno. This is a group that sews clothing, back packs, stuffed animals, quilts...what ever is needed for children taken out of bad homes and processed thru a group dorm before being placed in foster care. These kids hardly have anything but the clothes on their back!
That's beautiful!
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