I have a container for all my scraps that is about to bust. It will only remain closed if I lay it on its side and don't have pressure on it's lid. It's nice to have a lot of little pieces to choose from, but this is getting ridiculous. So when Stephanie of Loft Creations mentioned something about a No Strings Attached Challenge I thought it was a perfect excuse to use up some of these scraps. So I'm going to work on a few projects and see how much of a dent I'll have made on the scrap box.
Scraps overflowing:
White muslin foundation squares and center strips cut from my stash fabric:
Two little 6 1/2" string blocks done (I'll square them up to a slightly smaller size once I've completed all 8 blocks necessary for this first project):
The idea is to use only what you already have in your scrap box or stash. Obviously if you're low on batting, muslin foundation fabric, or backing/binding you can purchase those. But the whole challenge is to really try to use what you have in your studio. So whenever I get bored of one of my other projects I can sew a string block or two.
This is a great idea Tami! Now, if I could only get motivated to tackle my huge stash of recycled denim.
Posted by: Mary Anne | February 03, 2010 at 04:24 PM
Tami, your blog was recommended by my friend this morning.
I, too, am participating in No Strings Attached. I'm attempting to visit each blog, but there are so many.
I glad my friend led me here. You and I are interested in the same things. I do make art dolls, as well as quilt. Looking at your side bar I see a number of the very same blogs I follow.
I'll subscribe to your posts as well as become a Follow-er.
Posted by: Gerry | February 11, 2010 at 02:31 PM
You g girl! I love string quilts. And zig zags. And log cabins. And half square triangles. Ooh, stringy half square triangles arranged into zig zags.... OK, I love it all. Your blocks are looking very rich and fun and sound like teh perfect boredom buster!
Posted by: Kristin L | February 14, 2010 at 06:20 PM
These are great! I love making string blocks, though I've never made one this small. Kind of like the idea of smaller ones.
Posted by: Cheri | February 21, 2010 at 10:51 AM