25 May, 2014

Think Positive!


I've seen blocks that look like this around the blogs and on Pinterest boards lately, I find it very appealing.  I went ahead and designed a version of my own in EQ7, one that looks more like a plus sign and am calling mine "Think Positive!" It's an easy block, here are the rotary cutting directions for a 5" (finished) block and a diagram for a finshed quilt layout, (below) set block to block, that could be either a lap robe/throw or a baby quilt. The size could always be increased by adding sashing strips between the blocks, if desired of making the block larger. I calculated the finished dimensions for mine based on a 2.5" border on all sides.
I gathered up a stack of charm squares and some 2.5" strips in happy colors.
I will combine them with some soft, low volume background prints;
I was eager to stitch up a test block... cute!

Think Positive! ~ 45" X 55"

It's almost summer... and the livin' is easy; right? Why not take it easy and stitch up a cute little quilt for yourself or for future gift giving? You'll have this one done in no time... think positive!
Life is Good!   
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10 comments:

  1. KaHollyMay 25, 2014 5:23 AM

    I like the way you think! You are always....positive! Thanks for sharing.

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  2. Nancy Near PhiladelphiaMay 25, 2014 8:18 AM

    Excellent!!!!!

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  3. KayMay 25, 2014 8:32 AM

    Love it!! Thank you.

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  4. AnnieOMay 25, 2014 8:56 AM

    I too like the plus sign quilts. Yours is a great addition to the designs out there. ;)

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  5. QuiltdivajulieMay 25, 2014 9:12 AM

    Great little block (thanks for sharing!).

    Checked on the sidebar photos of your grands -- they're growing up SO much!

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  6. julieQMay 25, 2014 9:21 AM

    First of all, I love your positivity! I really like that pattern too, and have seen it with all red crosses... A Red Cross quilt! I will enjoy seeing your progress.

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  7. AnonymousMay 25, 2014 9:51 AM

    Funny as I spent time scoring Pinterest on this very design. I enjoyed seeing it in so many versions to include low volume text prints. You've named yours perfectly.

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  8. UnknownMay 25, 2014 8:24 PM

    I like it!

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  9. Janet O.May 25, 2014 10:44 PM

    Fun design!
    I have Kathie Holland's Charming Addition quilt all cut out, waiting for me to finish some UFOs. It is all interlocking plus signs. Similar idea, but even more positivity!! : )

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