One of my goals this year was to use up a box of "yuckies." They're not really all ugly, but include things that I will have difficulty using, especially if DH chose them, or just are old enough that they need to be used. Please pardon the sideways picture; I don't remember what to do to turn it. (You know being pregnant drops your IQ, right? This time, I think it's dropped 30 points!)
I have either used or chosen a use for all the rest of the box, but I have these two pieces remaining. First, let's address the apple strip. It's about 4" wide by perhaps 2 yards. It's not really enough to put a border around anything substantial, but what else do I do with such a large print?
The other is the piece from Moda, a yard in length, of the British Empire. I have three repeats of the entire world. DH chose this fabric 13 months ago at a quilt shop that closed. He really likes it, but I don't have many colors like this in my stash, plus I just don't know how to cut it! Should I make him a pillowcase? I will probably still need to purchase matching fabric, but would like to know what can be done with such an odd piece!
I will be grateful for any suggestions!
from the room of Zana's Ninis,
katie z.
4 comments:
I have a couple of ideas for you...
for the apple:you could make a four patch posie quilt. or a stack and whack. or a BQ.
for the map: make a panel quilt. leave the piece intact and then sew a border around it~either pieced or not. I make 4 patches go around either corner but not entirely around....email me and I will send you a link. :)
pat10170@gmail.com
What about making place mats out of the apple fabric?
I would use the apple strips in aprons or kitchen accessories like pot holders, place mats etc. And for the map fabric, I would make journal/book covers or fabric storage boxes... It's a great masculine print so you could save it until Q is a bit older and make him a nice bag out of it... (just a few thoughts)
The world map print I would leave intact. Perhaps use it in the backing of a child's quilt. When they are down with illness, it would give them something to ponder and wonder at.
Jane
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