I worked on these swap blocks yesterday during the Tuesday Sew-In. Had a great time and finished the blocks I had started for a total of 10. I cut out a few more before I had to leave.
Today after some cleaning and grocery shopping, I worked on the letter K. I am not too happy with my Ks. The first one turned out too big. The second one was better, but I decided I should straighten it up and in the process, cut off the bottom of the right leg. So it looks like it might tip over. Note to self: lay the ruler down on it or place a fabric strip over it at the place you think you want to cut and then check it before cutting. I made it like Lynne, but you will see that she didn't straighten hers up vertically. I could've added a piece of background to that side and then straightened it up. Then my K wouldn't have to limp.
Yup, you trimmed it too soon. And that inside angle on the K doesn't have to touch the edge of the vertical strip. You're getting there. K's like this are tricky! Love the fabric!
ReplyDelete*smiles*... my philosophy is... measure twice... then double check before cutting!
ReplyDeleteI think we have all done something similar to a block like you did to your 'K'!
It's a pretty K though... love the blue fabric.
What are you doing with the letters? A quilt for some one special? I think it is cute.
ReplyDeleteK looks like one of the trickiest ones. I bet M and W won't be so easy either.
ReplyDeleteYes, that' really tricky with the diagonals. But we learn from our our mistakes ;-) . Love the fabric, wonderful blues.
ReplyDeleteYour fabric choice for the letter K is perfect Jean. You are coming right along.
ReplyDeleteI love your twirlybird blocks!
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