Dear Jane Quilt - Block M7 Junko's Rose Garden |
Dear Jane Quilt - Block M7 Junko's Rose Garden |
I started off by using reverse applique to form the outer shape. Blood - Sweat - Tears. It took me AGES and I still think I need to stitch it again. Then I stitched on eight melons. I used three different techniques with different results. In the end (at the recommendation of my sister) I used the tried and tested English Paper Piecing technique that I use for most of my sewing, remembering to remove the paper inside before you sew the final part. This gave the sharpest finish.
I ironed on the freezer paper in the centre to help with placement but it soon fell off. I think this might be because it is quite lightweight and I might need to upgrade to the normal freezer paper on the roll. Otherwise, I am enjoying the invisible stitching effect of the silk thread I am using.
I am clearly lacking in the applique department, so a good dose of Dear Jane blocks should sort me out.
Techniques: Reverse applique, Applique
Pieces: 10