Finally it's my day for The Splendid Sampler!!
Go here to download the block!
It's so exciting to see all the blocks coming together!
There is a little bit of applique on my block, along with the embroidery...
I am doing my blocks in blue...so here is my version for my quilt!
The applique is little but is a nice addition to the block.
Here is how I did the large spool with the two fabrics.
sew the "thread" fabric in between the "spool" fabrics. make a template with freezer paper and iron onto the block. Line up the seams with the spool edges..
position and applique into place...don't forget to clip the inside curves...
and if you really don't want to do applique, you can just stitch the spools!!
Or even applique them in wool or your chosen method!
I hope you enjoy making my block!
cheers
Gail
This a really great block Gail! What a lovely way to celebrate my birthday!! Christine x
Posted by: Christine B. | July 14, 2016 at 09:04 PM
Looks like a fun, quirky block....my favorite kind! Thanks for sharing your abilities.
Posted by: nikki | July 14, 2016 at 09:35 PM
Very cute!
Posted by: Ondrea | July 14, 2016 at 10:44 PM
Cutie block, thank you Gail..I've been waiting for yours!
Posted by: Linda P in IL | July 14, 2016 at 10:57 PM
So pretty!!! I love it very much!
Hugs Martina
Posted by: Martina | July 14, 2016 at 11:33 PM
Yay I have only just found the splendid sampler but when I saw who was participating I knew I just had to join in. Yet again you have created a wonderful heart warming block! Thanks. Going off to print it off now :0)
Posted by: Rachel | July 15, 2016 at 12:11 AM
LOVE this block Gail! Thank you! Love your beautiful designs as well!
Posted by: Roxanne Hartwig | July 15, 2016 at 01:18 AM
This is a darling block and I know I will be doing this one!
Posted by: Lisa | July 15, 2016 at 02:28 AM
Never did embroidery till splendid sampler it's been a challenge but I'm getting better I think. Love the the blocks new with a computer too the. Thank you all its been something new as I'm a widow now
Bye
Posted by: Connie | July 15, 2016 at 03:25 AM
Oh I love this soooo much. I've made one of your bags from Patchwork loves Embroidery and everyone "oohs and aahs" over it.
Posted by: Goretti Martins | July 15, 2016 at 06:31 AM
love it Gail,well done xx
Posted by: shez | July 15, 2016 at 06:46 AM
Your block is gorgeous, Gail.
Posted by: Christine M | July 15, 2016 at 07:30 AM
Where can I buy the pattern to the quilt that is at the top of your blog? It is SO Precious!!
Posted by: Linda Janovitz | July 15, 2016 at 08:14 AM
Thanks Gail, love this block.
Posted by: Guida | July 15, 2016 at 10:40 AM
So adorable. Thank you, Gail!
Posted by: kshackabq | July 17, 2016 at 12:50 PM
Lovely block !
Thank you.
Merci beaucoup.
Posted by: leratdesfils | July 17, 2016 at 05:12 PM