It's the last Saturday of the year, which makes it the perfect time to review my Rainbow Scrap Challenge projects from 2019. I had four different RSC quilts in process this year--let's check out my process on all of them.
One of my 2019 RSC projects was started last December with some test blocks of hand appliqued Orange Peels. I decided to make 3" finished size blocks using assorted black/dark grey backgrounds with the RSC color of the month for the peels. The last time I showed my completed blocks was in October, and there hasn't been a lot of progress since then. This project will carry over into 2020.
One of my self-designed RSC projects was the Framed Crumb Stars. Each block started with a 4" crumb block at the center. Star points were added to that, then a frame made from 2.5" squares. As of late October I had all of my 12" blocks made and need to figure out how I want to put them together.
Angela, our hostess for the RSC, was the leader for the Tiny Tuesday sampler, and there were block designs shared by many other participants too. Every week we got a pattern for a 4.5" finished size block. Occasionally there were two block patterns. I had a great time making these blocks each week, frequently making more than one of the assigned block. I ended up with around 60 blocks, which have been joined together into this fun quilt top.
My favorite RSC project of 2019 was my Rainbow Stairsteps quilt. Each month I made 12 blocks in the color of the month. There were quite a few questions about the block, and I included cutting directions for one block in THIS POST. These directions make a 6" block, but it would be easy to scale it up to a larger size.
The Stairsteps quilt top was completed in November, and I am thrilled with the way it turned out! The finished size is 60" x 72".
The grand total for 2019--two finished quilt tops, one complete set of blocks, and one on-going project. That's a pretty productive year for me! Other than continuing my Orange Peel blocks, I have not decided on my RSC projects for 2020. There are so many wonderful possibilities, many inspired by fellow RSC participants. I guess it's time to come up with a plan for the year ahead!
I am linking up with the Rainbow Scrap Challenge on Saturday and with Oh Scrap! at Quilting is more fun than Housework on Sunday. Be sure to check out all of the wonderful projects that everyone is sharing!
One of my 2019 RSC projects was started last December with some test blocks of hand appliqued Orange Peels. I decided to make 3" finished size blocks using assorted black/dark grey backgrounds with the RSC color of the month for the peels. The last time I showed my completed blocks was in October, and there hasn't been a lot of progress since then. This project will carry over into 2020.
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| Orange Peels, 3" blocks |
One of my self-designed RSC projects was the Framed Crumb Stars. Each block started with a 4" crumb block at the center. Star points were added to that, then a frame made from 2.5" squares. As of late October I had all of my 12" blocks made and need to figure out how I want to put them together.
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| Framed Crumb Stars, 12" blocks |
Angela, our hostess for the RSC, was the leader for the Tiny Tuesday sampler, and there were block designs shared by many other participants too. Every week we got a pattern for a 4.5" finished size block. Occasionally there were two block patterns. I had a great time making these blocks each week, frequently making more than one of the assigned block. I ended up with around 60 blocks, which have been joined together into this fun quilt top.
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| Tiny Tuesday sampler, 52.5" x 60" |
My favorite RSC project of 2019 was my Rainbow Stairsteps quilt. Each month I made 12 blocks in the color of the month. There were quite a few questions about the block, and I included cutting directions for one block in THIS POST. These directions make a 6" block, but it would be easy to scale it up to a larger size.
The Stairsteps quilt top was completed in November, and I am thrilled with the way it turned out! The finished size is 60" x 72".
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| Rainbow Stairsteps, 60" x 72" |
The grand total for 2019--two finished quilt tops, one complete set of blocks, and one on-going project. That's a pretty productive year for me! Other than continuing my Orange Peel blocks, I have not decided on my RSC projects for 2020. There are so many wonderful possibilities, many inspired by fellow RSC participants. I guess it's time to come up with a plan for the year ahead!
I am linking up with the Rainbow Scrap Challenge on Saturday and with Oh Scrap! at Quilting is more fun than Housework on Sunday. Be sure to check out all of the wonderful projects that everyone is sharing!
Julie in GA
Great finishes and ongoing works, too. Love the Rainbow Stairsteps piece..and that Orange Peel is lovely...nice work for the year. hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with making a plan for RSC20! Your projects were some of my favorites for the year. LOVED them ALL!!! (And might have to copy you in 2020, too.)
ReplyDeleteFirst, I LOVE all your glorious projects. Those Rainbow Stairsteps are just to die for! Those are on my RSC bucket list for sure. (Come to think of it, so are the frame crumb stars). And those orange peels - be still my heart! Your projects are always so colorful and perfect. Glad you’ll be continuing on in 2020.
ReplyDeleteI love them all! the peels are so great - I made a quilt using the orange peels once - my granddaughter has it now - it too is a rainbow type
ReplyDeleteI have so enjoyed following along on all the RSC quilting from this last year. Everyone's quilts are amazing & I want to make them all. You are so inspiring. I'm looking forward to 2020 & hope to reply more often & actually figure out how to post my own pics. Wishing you a Happy, Healthy & very prosperous New Year with lots more quilts.
ReplyDeleteI love all of your blocks, and finished quilt tops for this year, Julie! The Tiny Tuesday quilt looks wonderful, and so does Rainbow Stairsteps. Those blocks are definitely very tempting!
ReplyDeleteAll of your RSC projects turned out great! My favorite is the framed stars but I also love how your Tiny Tuesday sampler tuned out. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the block instructions Julie, i am determined to cut my scraps into strips for 2020 (avoiding HST!) and this pattern is perfect for using up the smallest of scraps, plus my collection of black fabrics!
ReplyDeleteI so want to replicate your stairsteps blocks and maybe the crumb stars, but I simply have to finish so previous years RSC projects before I start any new ones.
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Your Rainbow Stairsteps are stunning! Such a productive year with the sampler finish too. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteYou get an A+!
ReplyDeleteAll of your projects are fabulous. I'm so in love with the orange peel one. But seeing your Stairsteps top I'm leaning toward it being my favourite. Awesome work! ;^)
ReplyDeleteAll beautiful RSC quilts! Love, love, love the Rainbow Stairsteps!! Looking forward to seeing what you come up with next year!
ReplyDeleteJULIE! What beautiful colorful quilts! I love them all!!!!!!!!!! Rainbow Stairs and the Stars are my very very favorites! Hard to stay away from making one! Hugs Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteI loved all of your RSC block's this year. They were all so inspiring. I look forward to seeing what you choose for 2020. Thanks for sharing with Oh Scrap!
ReplyDeleteOh, what beautiful rainbows you created this year! I can imagine the crumb stars separated by skinny sashing -- white? pearl gray? And those stair steps -- I am going to look up that post with the instructions!
ReplyDeleteI have loved seeing your work all year. Looking forward to seeing what you are doing in 2020.
ReplyDeleteSo much RSC inspiration! I love them all.
ReplyDeleteWow! I am impressed at your progress this year. That stair step quilt is stunning. Love the orange peels.... you might make me change my mind from tumbling blocks to peels next year! Great use of crumbs and what a great 2019 sew along top! I love the wrap up blogs from this challenge. So inspiring.
ReplyDeleteLove your Stair Step finish and the orange peels blocks. You did really well at keeping up with the RSC this year and ended up with gorgeous projects. Looking forward to seeing what you decide to work on in 2020.
ReplyDeleteEach is prettier than the last, but that Orange Peel is my favorite!!!
ReplyDeleteThese projects are gorgeous as always!
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