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Pondering Steam Punk

Well, last evening, seven blocks into this project (photo tomorrow, I imagine), I looked at the pattern to determine my options.

The finished quilt measures 71 x 71 inches. And it needs 41 blocks!

Now I do like this pattern, and it is an excellent choice for me right now, with the need for (a) a long-term project, (b) a hand-sewing project, and (c) something that will use up scraps. Three for three!

But do I like it 41 blocks worth? And will this isolation last that long?

I was thinking that I should ponder a possible alternative setting for fewer than 41 blocks. But then I thought, "No, not yet. Keep on keeping on and think about that tomorrow. Or the next day. Or whenever." Scarlett would be so proud!
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Julierose said…
Great questions--I am thinking about a hand pieced "Many Trips @ The World". A semi-controlled scrappy one using mini charms...(???we'll see how I can figure that out)
I love that Steam Punk quilt too..if not a big quilt you could get a wall hanging size --sounds like we may be isolated for quite a while...stay safe--hugs, Julierose
Friday, March 20, 2020 12:47:00 PM
Anonymous said…
I think this isolation is going to last WAY longer than any of us can imagine. Without a vaccine, or any sort of treatment, social distancing is our only option if we want to slow the spread of this virus. Your project looks great, and I say, keep on as long as you can. Stay safe and healthy!
Friday, March 20, 2020 1:12:00 PM
Quiltdivajulie said…
I personally would be opting for a smaller quilt - but that's me. And like Anonymous said, we are only in the first wave of this virus. It will be with us for a long time, just like so many others we have in our world. The isolation will eventually end but I anticipate not for a good long while. (our local county's count went from 10 confirmed yesterday to 30 confirmed today)
Friday, March 20, 2020 3:21:00 PM
Anonymous said…
When you mentioned that 41 blocks might be more than you want to make, you could alternate another block in between the steam punk blocks. But that is a stunning quilt and you are doing a beautiful job. Good luck. Thanks for sharing.
Friday, March 20, 2020 6:09:00 PM
Janet O. said…
LOL--yes, you have the makings of a fine Southern Belle. :)
I can understand that you like the blocks but aren't sure you want to make THAT many. Whatever you decide, I know you will make something intriguing from these radiation warning signs. :)
Friday, March 20, 2020 7:24:00 PM
kathyz said…
LOL My mother often called me Scarlett!
You so inspire me - I look forward to your posts.
Keep on!
Friday, March 20, 2020 8:00:00 PM
Barbara Anne said…
For my two cents, if you like a whole quilt's worth of Steam Punk blocks, go for it. If the joy of piecing the blocks is waning, you could make a lap quilt, a twin quilt, or a wall quilt and any extra blocks could become a table runner or long, narrow quilt for a skinny bit of wall. Enjoy pondering the possibilities!

Hugs!
Saturday, March 21, 2020 12:03:00 PM
Anonymous said…
The symbol on the quilt you call "Steam Punk" are actually the symbol for radiation!
Sunday, March 22, 2020 2:38:00 PM
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