tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post6279728737243408704..comments2023-10-07T10:25:23.232-04:00Comments on Stitchin' Therapy: De-stash with string piecingDebbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08468608812169214999noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-63526606953195624392017-01-19T03:09:57.767-05:002017-01-19T03:09:57.767-05:00Good to see the shots of your string projects comp...Good to see the shots of your string projects completed. One of the reasons I'm busy cutting fabric strips like crazy is to work on blocks such as the ones you're making at the moment. I know the muslin foundation adds weight but I don't know if my hands will cope with all the time spent removing papers, I'd be interested to hear what you think about the removal side.Mystic Quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13233427034920359604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-27914155055102474692017-01-18T17:29:10.284-05:002017-01-18T17:29:10.284-05:00I love making string blocks from scraps Debbie.......I love making string blocks from scraps Debbie.......I do tend to make a mess when I do it though.Connie Kresin Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02522467890442085228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-60956558838394943602017-01-18T16:08:21.142-05:002017-01-18T16:08:21.142-05:00You have some beautiful string projects. I have on...You have some beautiful string projects. I have one string project that I started years ago and I have never finished it. I used black strips down the centers--uniform sizes. I put light strips on one side of the black and colors on the other side. I really like the look, but I am not a string piecer, I guess. : )Janet O.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05083607398709252597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-63532250566843840652017-01-18T15:43:19.833-05:002017-01-18T15:43:19.833-05:00I spent my Monday (working on a table I'd set ...I spent my Monday (working on a table I'd set up in front of the fire) cutting a huge portion of my scraps into strips--but for log cabins. I suppose we're on similar pages, tho, trying to work on those scraps. I have a long way to go and may end up with multiple quilts out of it but at least I'm not just chucking the scraps. All beautiful quilts; I do love the way that black makes those colorful blocks pop! Cheree @ The Morning Latte https://www.blogger.com/profile/05537258163077932864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-58684856201728928372017-01-18T09:26:43.654-05:002017-01-18T09:26:43.654-05:00Good idea to glue down that center strip. I like t...Good idea to glue down that center strip. I like the look of a consistent center string but then I have to fight the urge to make them identical. Using all darks instead of all, say, black is a great compromise!Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06306854459459257368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-48341642131864993832017-01-18T08:59:17.149-05:002017-01-18T08:59:17.149-05:00Those butterflies are a clever use of strings. I ...Those butterflies are a clever use of strings. I also like the glue stick tip. Thanks for the inspiration in your quilts and the practical tips.Robbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13963176990398590719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-29762504741247078212017-01-18T08:48:58.642-05:002017-01-18T08:48:58.642-05:00I like to use a series of string blocks/orphan blo...I like to use a series of string blocks/orphan blocks when I need to make a bigger backing. Rather than just two pieces of fabric joined, the addition of the blocks makes the quilt a two in one as either side can then be the top. Gene Blackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15731141629634998152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-31614404360622439052017-01-18T08:33:00.056-05:002017-01-18T08:33:00.056-05:00Wow, your quilts bring strings to a whole new leve...Wow, your quilts bring strings to a whole new level. I need to do more of this. I have been working on RWB triangles, but I just am so inspired by your colors.Linda Swanekamphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07291121742617818637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-40151628375665205552017-01-18T08:20:51.726-05:002017-01-18T08:20:51.726-05:00I enjoyed Bonnie's Quilt-Cam too. Your string...I enjoyed Bonnie's Quilt-Cam too. Your string projects are gorgeous. I've never done one that is planned. How do you keep your center strip consistently centered?Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07763395622211185863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-2384697542642437282017-01-18T08:13:33.650-05:002017-01-18T08:13:33.650-05:00I love sewing string blocks - very relaxing! Also ...I love sewing string blocks - very relaxing! Also love the variety of string quilts you've done. With the matching center string, it is easy to have your blocks look like they are set on point with a sashing. ~Jeanne<br />Ray and Jeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16016180736310628859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-54915130699348124902017-01-18T07:53:48.856-05:002017-01-18T07:53:48.856-05:00Strings are timely, as the scrap bags keep buildin...Strings are timely, as the scrap bags keep building up despite all efforts to tame them. Need to return to doing some as leader/enders. I especially love your watercolor versions.Quilting Babciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16225825007525655805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-214884980521441602017-01-18T07:30:12.861-05:002017-01-18T07:30:12.861-05:00String blocks have such variety to them, plus they...String blocks have such variety to them, plus they do eat up thos skinny scraps.Vroomans' Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07258050499246235109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-74713581355485180492017-01-18T07:21:24.213-05:002017-01-18T07:21:24.213-05:00I've had plans for another string quilt for a ...I've had plans for another string quilt for a little while now, your picture of those gorgeous strings has them calling to me louder. I always use fabric for the base of my strings because I like that added weight but I'm interested in hearing what you think of using the paper. Dana Gaffneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02023202806714127984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7481577725397935350.post-64319994696293654262017-01-18T07:13:21.642-05:002017-01-18T07:13:21.642-05:00We've done the matching center string thing fo...We've done the matching center string thing for Quilts of Valor (when people come to the booth at shows, and stitch a block). It makes every block come together well. I use old printer paper, since my vintage machines make tiny stitches. It tears out well, and gives me something to do while watching TV with hubby. I'll print out the link when I get home. Thanks.Cheryl's Teapots2Quiltinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01005480747596617459noreply@blogger.com