When I think of fussy cutting, I think of novelty prints. From the projects that have already been linked up to this week's Project Quilting Challenge, I am learning that I need to expand my idea! There are so many different ways to interpret the technique! My stash is limited in novelty prints, so I went with a large floral print to use for the challenge. I can't remember how I acquired this Charming Circles ruler. I might have bought it at a quilt show. But, seems to remember that it was part of a swap package years ago. In any case, I've never used it, and this seemed like a good time.
Its a fun little tool! I learned that stretch denim is NOT the way to go when using it. And, I don't love my final project. There's not enough contrast between the floral and the denim. And, the flowers aren't oriented quite right. And it doesn't lay flat. It will probably be scrapped and turned into something else. Oh well! They can't all be winners! I had fun, I used a tool that had been sitting around and finally touched some of the denim scraps that have been in a basket for a LONG time! Wins all around.
Now I'm off to link up to this week's post over at Kim's site. Then, I'll get back to my self declared Winter Crafting Weekend. Coffee, slipper socks, cozy clothes and my new Cricut to explore when I'm not sewing! Heavenly! Maybe I'll even come back to do a post when I finish some of my projects.
Hope you all find a little bit of crafty/sewing bliss this week!
