This post is a part of the Little Miss Sawtooth quilt along that starts September 6, 2019 and ends January 10, 2020.
If this is the first time you are learning about this quilt along then please read this post to find out the intentions behind the quilt along and more details.
To view all the posts concerning this quilt along on my own blog, click here.
To view all of the posts that includes the patterns here at Havel’s Sewing, click here.
If you prefer a paper pattern, you’ll find it here.
I’m so enjoying the participation of this quilt along! So much fun and kindness being spread around! I’m hearing from some of you telling me that the pace is perfect, no massive pressures. And then others are telling me that they aren’t coming out fast enough and you’ve “cheated” and guessed at measurements. Ha! I’m loving all of it. I’m so happy to know that you are happy and having a good time. And thanks for all of your sweet messages. They brighten up my day everytime. 🙂
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This Week’s Task
This fortnight we are making Isla and Olivia, two gals from the original pattern and two of my faves!
Isla
Now that I’ve got my hands on that diagonal tape, making HSTs is no prob at all! The no drawing lines is a dream come true! If you haven’t used it before, do click and have a look. It’s impressive. But back to Isla….
She’s a very traditional block called a friendship star. Friendship stars are the very first star block I ever made way back when I first began quilt making. I’m a bit partial to them. So many ways to give them a different look, although I stuck with a bold color for mine, you might consider fussy cutting the center or using multiple fabrics. Ideas are endless.
I’ve used: Aerial Clay, Jumpsie Daisy in Gumball and Passionate Spirit Salmon.
Tips + Thoughts
- Choose two contrasting colors for Isla’s center friendship star. You want that beautiful star to pop!
- Oh, and as always, starch like a mad woman for better results. 🙂
Click here for the Isla pattern.
If you prefer to foundation paper piece Isla instead of the way I’ve written the pattern, Nicole Buckley has generously provided us with a paper piecing pattern (you will need to already know how to paper piece). Find the paper piecing pattern for Isla here.
Olivia
Sweet, sweet, Olivia. She’s no fuss, just a simple 9-patch. I’ve chosen to make her a bit more traditional than I wrote the pattern for by using just two fabrics instead of nine, but as always you be you and do as you please. I just had to show off those sweet little fussy cuts!
My fabrics are: Roadside Wildflowers, Discovered Warmth and Rooted Warmth.
Tips + Thoughts
- Don’t forget to nest your seams.
- Have fun!
Click here for the Olivia pattern.
If you prefer to foundation paper piece Olivia instead of the way I’ve written the pattern, Nicole Buckley has generously provided us with a paper piecing pattern (you will need to already know how to paper piece). Find the paper piecing pattern for Olivia here.
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Giveaway Details
Just a reminder, you can enter the giveaway by posting your progress on Instagram using the #littlemisssawtoothQAL. Havel’s will be giving away random prizes to one winner each week. Winners will be chosen and announced on Instagram @Havels_Sewing every second Thursday after a pattern releases. You don’t have to be completed with each pattern release to win, you only have to post progress.
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Nine blocks completed after you are done with these!! I get so excited watching the quilt take shape or having one project done and being ready to jump into the next. I’m constantly remind myself to slow down and take your time. And most importantly, breathe. After all, we are doing this because we love it, what’s the rush? Now if only I can follow this zen attitude and make my quickening heart chill out.
Hugs and happy sewing!
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