Tuesday 2 August 2011

Skill Builder Sampler-Bow Ties

This was the first time I've done bow ties, and although triangles were involved, it wasn't too complicated to do.
I did play around with the blocks for a few minutes to test out the different combinations, but this was what I preferred for a single block.

When I first started out piecing blocks, I wouldn't have get the little triangles from the corners, but I double sewed those seams and have eight one inch HST's.  What I am going to do with them, I don't know yet, but I am sure I will find something eventually.

8 comments:

Annie said...

Beautiful piecing job. The bow ties make a really interesting look.

Terry said...

Your block looks great! I think that layout is one of my favorites for that pattern. And good for you keeping your little HSTs! Make them into a pincushion! :0)

Gina E. said...

I am planning to do my bow ties block tomorrow, and I'm really looking forward to mastering this one, after all the messing around I had with the previous block. This one does look easier.

Rudee said...

They are visually very interesting. I like the color choices, too.

Elena said...

I really like the shape of the blocks. Looks very interesting and creative!

Linda said...

Bow ties are old but it is one of my favorite blocks. Your's looks very pretty. I like this layout too.

Anonymous said...

Your piecing is amazing!!! Just so crisp.
I have no doubt you'll find something amazing to do with the leftovers.

Anonymous said...

beautifully pieced. I'm sure you will find plenty to do with your HSTs