hmmmm - interesting, but I'm not thrilled. My diagonal strip is dark purple and maybe too wide. It looked great on the screen in Quilt Pro, but drawing in a computer program does not always translate to the real thing.
I don't yet have a layout, but this diagonal block can turn into many designs. The blocks are 6 inches finished.
OK, I reduced the width of the diagonal line by one quarter inch, changed it to white, and changed the white to a medium blue/purple and increased it's size. I like it much better. Only 60 more to sew.
Looking good. You will have the blocks made in no time.
ReplyDeleteI like it, love the occasional hot color thrown in. I've always made these with the center strip exactly down the middle, but I like the layout possibilities with it on one side of the center.
ReplyDeleteWow what a project! Hope you can get them all done and put together :-)
ReplyDeleteI like the ending block that you made. Seems to have more interest.
ReplyDeleteI like the second try much better! It's more lively and zingy. I too think that the offset "middle" strip will become quite interesting. This one will be fun to watch!
ReplyDeleteI too prefer the block with the white strip. Much lighter and happier.
ReplyDeleteYou sure have a knack with string blocks, Elaine. Such clever variations. That second layout is really great.
ReplyDeleteString quilts are one of my favorite scrappy quilts. I never thought about doing this to that block though.
ReplyDeleteI would love to join you sewing strings, but first I need to find them under the mess I've created. :-(
ReplyDeleteI like the changes Elaine - but I liked it with the white too. I need to get some strings sewn together...but I must finish a couple of projects already started first. blessings, marlene
ReplyDeleteIf you sew a white tip on the blue it will make square fill in the point of the white bars>..but maybe you saw that?
ReplyDeleteThe second design is more colorful. I like that you replaced the white with PURPLE! How could the PURPLE one not be my favorite? Glad you had a great vacation. From the photos, it looks like a wonderful ride down the river. Glad you are home safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteOnly 60 hmmm? You did make me laugh. I love them all.
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ReplyDeleteyes, I love the second version too
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