** Updated July 27, 2015 - the pattern I used was a free download available in 2011. At this time I am unable to locate the pattern online. So sorry :(
It measures about 15" x 42". I used a "Bright Jewels" batik sushi roll (2.5" strips), 1/3 yard each of two different cream/tan background fabrics, and 1/4 yard of a multi-colored batik for the setting triangles.
The pattern calls for you to make a template to cut the Dresden blades, but I just put some blue painters tape on my Easy Dresden ruler to mark the template size and used the ruler to cut. So much easier than cutting a flimsy plastic template and tracing it 100 times!
I did use the provided template for the quarter-circles in the center of the dresdens, and it worked just fine. Each quarter-circle is fused to the Dresden segments and background squares, then finished with a machine blanket stitch.
The template provided in the pattern for setting triangles is incorrect (learned this the hard way). Instead of using their template, just cut (4) 5 7/8" squares. Cut those squares in half diagonally to make your eight setting triangles.
You will need an extra 1/4 yard for binding than what is stated in the pattern. I backed and bound mine with the same fabric as the setting triangles. I attached my binding completely by machine using the "Bugglet Quilts Quick & Clean Machine Binding" method developed by my friend Vicki at Accio Fabric. You can find a tutorial for it here. So fast and easy :)
The pattern seemed suitable for a confident beginner. There are quite a few different techniques used in making this small project: piecing Dresden's, fusible applique, cutting with templates, and decorative machine stitching. Other than the previously mentioned corrections, I found the pattern easy to follow and the finished project just beautiful!
Be sure to let me know if you make one, too!
Now I wanna make one! it turned out just awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out really well. All those bitty points, you are a trooper!
ReplyDeleteThis is really beautiful ... I'm going to check out this pattern (eventually!).
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