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QnT Quilt Block De-Stash

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Group:Quilts n' Things
Swap Coordinator:perkl8r (contact)
Swap categories: Fabric  Sewing  Quilting 
Number of people in swap:8
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:October 31, 2010
Date items must be sent by:November 30, 2010
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

QnT Quilt Block De-Stash

--one partner

--at least one good clean quilt block (any size, color, or pattern)

--name of the block and a little data about why it was made

I’m thinking that if you are like me you have quilts you’ve started and didn’t finish, as well as extra quilt blocks left over from previous projects just sitting in quilt-block limbo.

This is an opportunity to put those quilt blocks to good use. You should send at least one (well made and clean) quilt block to your partner but you can make this package as big or as small as you want. If you have a whole project started and will never finish it, then this is your opportunity to share it. If you have several extra quilt blocks from different projects you don’t need…send ‘em!

Don’t send the quilt block you forgot a part on, or didn’t do your best sewing on. Send good, clean, pressed items. If you have additional pieces for more blocks or the pattern or any other items that pertain to the block and won’t need or use them again, send that too! Send the name of the quilt block, or why you made it. A little story behind the block might just be the inspiration recipients need.

What does this benefit the recipients? Well, I look at it as an opportunity to be inspired for a new quilt, or you might want to make a mini art quilt from the block you receive, or a tote bag. I get excited just looking at other quilters work.

This is my opportunity to get those quilt-blocks out of limbo, and out of the sight of family members who like to say, “when are you ever gonna finish that?”

If this swap receives good response, we’ll probably do it every couple months. Personally, I have a back-log of things I could send. I’m a fickle quilter, what more needs to be said?!

Discussion

junemoon 10/19/2010 #

I call them orphan blocks -- I have a baggie of them. I also have a lap size top I don't feel like finishing ... maybe I'll send it -- depends on the profile of my partner, I think.

perkl8r 10/20/2010 #

hey, that's great thinking June.....checking partners profile...I like it!

Ky 10/20/2010 #

This is a great idea for a swap, you always have the best ideas perk! I have always wanted to make a "Kitchen Sink Quilt" made with all the leftover and orphan blocks and scraps. I have a ton on my plate until after the 2nd week of November but if things slow down enough I will join for sure. And I think you should make it a regular swap!

perkl8r 10/22/2010 #

love that input Ky......and I like the idea of having this swap as a regular one

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