So, I Whacked the Corner Off

In my previous post, I showed you a big orange/rust blob on my current quilt that needed to be dealt with.  Eventually, I decided just to whack it off.  Like this.

Knowing that I’d need to attach new batting before continuing, I put the batting under my quilt before cutting into it.  That way, the batting had exactly the same edge shape as the portion removed.  I butted it up next to the quilt and hand basted them together.

Then, I recollaged the corner and was MUCH happier with it.

Finally, I stitched all the squares in place.  (Did you notice the ones in the background too?)  I also did some undulating stitching around the flower petals.

And this is where is stands:  completely finished except for facing, etc.  I started doing that and realized it’s TOO SMALL for the exhibit I had intended to enter it in.  Oh no!  So, I quickly switched gears and started on the next quilt, leaving this one to wait for my attention.

Oh well.  I’m just thankful I have time to do another one!

Ellen Lindner