Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Noah and Matilda - Mexican Rose


Noah and Matilda sew-a-long update. This is one my favorite blocks so far! I just love this design. 

I contemplated using the yellow (my favorite color) in the center circle, but thought it looked better with the neon there. 
The antique neon in this one came from a dear friend and is perfect for this block. It has been used enough so that it is now colorfast. Many of the antique neons are not and I have to be careful not to use any that will “bleed” onto the shirtings.


I like the repro on the back as well.
I have started to work on my alternate blocks and border pieces. I will post when I get a better handle on how they will work with the rest of the quilt. I am beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I should be done before Christmas!


12 comments:

  1. I like the dark in the center as well. Are you going to do all the grapes in the borders? Your fabric choices give this quilt design a totally different and vibrant look.

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  2. very pretty block...a fave pattern of mine as well

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  3. I agree with you. This is my favorite block. I love the striped background; also I am exceedingly impressed (but not surprised) by your use of the little green stripe for the vines!
    it's just fabulous~!~

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  4. Oh, I love this block! Your fabric choices are perfect :)

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  5. Your block is beautiful!! I especially love the green repros :0)

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  6. Lovely block and wonderful fabric choices.

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  7. I love this block Wendy and you have chosen lovely fabrics !!

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  8. I'm in love with this block. Hugs

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  9. The stripe shirting with your applique fabrics makes for a fabulous block. I am drawn to this one very much. Good fabric choices, Wendy.

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  10. Oh, this is stunning! Love the fussy-cutting on the flower petals. Gives it nice movement.
    Good call on the dark center. It has just enough yellow without that center dot.

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  11. Super gorgeous block! The colors really sing!!

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