Thursday, January 27, 2011

Postage Stamp Quilt Along

One of my friends told me about Rachel's Postage Stamp Quilt Along.
I jumped over to PSIQuilt to check it out.
I decided to use my pastel scraps for the Postage Stamp Quilt.
I know I said I have to finish a few UFO's before I start another project, but here I am using my stash.  Good enough reason for me to start another fun scrappy quilt.
A strip sets.
 B strip sets.
 Yeah I am using my scraps!
 I love my Shape Cut ruler. You are probably wondering what is up with the blue painter's tape. That is just to make it easier for me when I cut up my stash into strips.
 I cut several 2.5" segments at once.
 Can you see what I did wrong? I think it is a good idea to mark the other side of the Shape Cut ruler with 2.5" strips so that I will not make another mistake like this.
 My first few blocks are done. I love how they turned out.
Happy Quilting until next time, 

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29 comments:

  1. DarleneJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Oh super scrappy is going to be sweet.

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  2. Jackie's StitchesJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Millie, I really like the way this is coming out! Very cute!

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  3. Mary on Lake PulaskiJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Beautiful Millie! I'm going to make one with my scraps some day!

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  4. Elaine/Muddling ThroughJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Ooooh, Millie, it looks so pretty! That is going to be a very nice quilt. And from stash just makes it that much better.

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  5. MichelleJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I love scrappy quilts, I think you are allowed to start as many projects as you like as long as you are using stash and not purchasing new fabric...that's what I'm telling myself! I think I will hop over and check it out and maybe join in, looks like fun I've always wanted to make a postage stamp quilt.

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  6. Climbing to the Higher CallingJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    I love this postage stamp pattern and you are doing such a wonderful job of it. Way to use your scraps! I am going to do this someday...but like you, I really need to finish some others, first! Thanks for sharing. Debi

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  7. SallieJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Very nice, Millie!

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  8. JariJariJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    it's going to be lovely...I like your JT Shape Cut ruler !

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  9. Vroomans' QuiltsJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Love the pastels, very sweet and soft.

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  10. Wonky GirlJanuary 27, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Pretty stash fabrics you are using. Will have to check out the cutter thingy. Thanks for tip on marking where to cut!
    I started the postage stamp sew-along but "meandered" off to another project. Will have to get back to it.

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  11. JuliaJanuary 28, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    it's so pretty Millie..
    Great way to use up scraps..
    Your noy buying fabric so that's OK!
    Julia ♥

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  12. BarbJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    Oh....I just love how they turned out also...

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  13. KatJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    very beautiful, cheerful colors.
    looks like spring. :)

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Cute Millie!

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  15. busyascanbeJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I love it! You are o inspiring. I really want to make one now.

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  16. TerryJanuary 28, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Your blocks look great! I want to make one of these but I don't dare start it now! LOL

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  17. CaroJanuary 28, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Millie, your postage stamp quilt is coming along nicely and I like your pastels. It looks like springtime! You are farther along than I am. I'm off to get busy cutting...

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  18. Teresa F.January 28, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Nice job! I love scrappy quilts.

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  19. Teresa F.January 28, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Nice job! I love scrappy quilts.

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  20. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsJanuary 28, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Oh Millie, you have the best scraps ever!! I love how it is looking. So crisp and clean. I love white!

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  21. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    I love scrap quilts Millie. I was wondering about that ruler but I see you like it. I may have to watch for one on sale. blessings, marlene

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  22. Mama PeaJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Love it that you're using up your scraps! I just love simple patchwork with small squares!

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  23. JenJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Looking good! I have that ruler too and I use it all the time! Love it!

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  24. TammyJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Millie, this going to be a very pretty quilt and a stash buster too, good for you!
    Hugs2u!

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  25. Kim D.January 29, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Good for you for stash busting.. I have one of those rulers also and forget about it. I should use it more often. Great idea to use the blue tape when you're cutting so many strips.

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  26. KarenJanuary 29, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I LOVE your blocks...the colors are SO yummy! Makes me want to make one of these, but I just now cut out two new projects. This one will have to go on the "back burner"!

    Happy Quilting!
    Karen

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  27. SparkyJanuary 30, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Oh Wow...that is a lot of stamps lol...too pretty to lick lol

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  28. Patricia LessellJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Oh Millie you blocks are so good and mine so aren't. I am so tempted to start over again and not be so blase about my cutting and piecing. I feel sick over it. I need it to be perfect.
    Love
    Patti xxx

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  29. Sew Create It - JaneFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Sweet scrappy quilt! It is going to look gorgeous!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to write to me!
~Millie~