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Monday, October 31, 2011

Sew Bee Blissful: October Blocks Finished

I had such high hopes.  I finished off these little blocks last night (yes, it's still October...I'm just a little late...) and thought I would wait for the sun to come out today before taking a photo.  Want to see what they look like today on the line?


Right.  Galway isn't known for its California-like weather.

I know, I know.  I need to mow the lawn, but I just put down seed so I am waiting for my new little friends to grow to three inches tall.

Anyway, back inside to take a photo or two.  Celynn sent us fabric to create two 12.5 inch square blocks using this tutorial.  I found this to be a huge challenge.  I had difficulty trying to arrange fabrics as I would not normally mix these blue/green/gray prints with maroon and orange.  But that's the point of a bee, right?  To grow a bit.  I tried the safe method trying to use my stash neutrals and the cool shades and made this:


I wanted the second owl to be fully warmer fabrics, but I started to run out of material.  I had to combine warms and cools to make this little guy.  I like him more than I thought I would :)


And finally Celynn asked for a signature block of our scraps.  Now we're in my comfort zone again...


They will be in the post tomorrow with a little chocolate goodie and a recipe (at Celynn's request).  I hope she likes them!

16 comments:

  1. Well done on the owls - I'm sure Celynn will like them!

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  2. I'm sure your owl loving friend will adore these! Well done! Jxo

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  3. sorry, forgot to change the name, I have just replied as my daughter...

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  4. Aww, love those wee owls! Are those wings 3D?

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  5. Your owls look lovely. Mine are still not done (although I have a dispensation from CeLynn.) I am a bit nervous about these too!

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  6. I always love a washing line shot!
    Classic xxx

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  7. Your owls are lovely and so good to know that they can fly too!

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  8. Ooh love the 2nd owl! Dont envy your weather!

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  9. Awe, the owls are gorgeous! I like them, not like the frightened little chicks that the tute shows :)

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  10. cute little owlies!! your garden is like mine! scotland is always windy :(

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  11. That picture cracked me up!! Love the blocks, especially the cute owl!

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  12. Received my owlie blocks today,let me just say that I,LOVe them :) Also the sig block,thank you sew much ;)
    Ps Hubby,came home and complained that he had no goodies. He shut right up when I handed him the Huge candy bar! LOL!

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