New Orleans House Project

Saturday, April 16, 2016

Scrap Jar Stars Visit Cheddar

One of my ongoing Rainbow Scrap Challenge projects has been a Scrap Jar Stars quilt using reproduction fabrics.  I made two blocks in most of last year's RSC colors, but decided I needed a few more blocks before the quilt was a good size.  This year I'm making those extra blocks when the appropriate RSC color comes around.

 
This month's RSC color of orange translates nicely to the color cheddar in reproduction fabrics.  

 
Since the design wall was empty, I pinned up all the repro SJS blocks to date.  There will be sashing between all the blocks, along with cornerstones to make 9-patch style blocks in each corner.  I'll be making 4 additional blocks as the year goes on: red, pink, gold and green.  My only frustration is that I'm about to run out of my ivory-colored background fabric.  I started with a fairly vintage fabric from my stash, so I have no idea if something similar is still available.  I need to check with my LQS and see if they have anything that comes close to my original fabric.

If you are looking for lots more Rainbow Scrap inspiration, stop by the RSC link up at Angela's Soscrappy blog.


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20 comments:

  1. Deb AApril 16, 2016 at 6:44 AM

    Wow! Those are beautiful. I think I might have to 'steal' your design and make some. Enjoy your weekend.

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  2. KarenApril 16, 2016 at 7:00 AM

    Your scrap jar stars are going to be a very pretty quilt.

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  3. gayleApril 16, 2016 at 7:18 AM

    I really love your stars! I have a very strong feeling that some are going to turn up in my studio, too. Who knew quilt blocks were contagious?

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  4. TuridApril 16, 2016 at 7:19 AM

    These blocks are so beautiful. I really love star blocks.

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  5. Alison V.April 16, 2016 at 7:22 AM

    Your orange star looks great! And all of your blocks look awesome together!

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  6. Libby in TNApril 16, 2016 at 7:23 AM

    Lovely blocks. Like Gayle and Deb, I may steal your idea. Just last month I was trying to decide what to do with a bunch of 16-patches, never thought of stars.

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  7. PeggyinnoApril 16, 2016 at 7:33 AM

    Love your new orange addition! These are going to make a beautiful quilt! I've already put these blocks on my RSC17 list!

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  8. LA PaylorApril 16, 2016 at 8:15 AM

    adding in the orange energy brings sparkle

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  9. LIttle Penguin QuiltsApril 16, 2016 at 8:42 AM

    LOVE your collection of Scrap Jar Stars, especially as I am making these too! I had been wondering if I would want to do sashing and cornerstones, and hadn't even thought about the nine patches that would create. Thanks for sharing the picture of all of your stars!

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  10. IvaniApril 16, 2016 at 8:52 AM

    Lovely addition. It will be a gorgeous quilt. Hope you find the appropriate ivory-colored background fabric for it. Good Lucky!

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  11. CathyApril 16, 2016 at 9:03 AM

    Your SJS quilt will be incredible! You do such lovely work. Best of luck in finding a matching background.

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  12. PaulaB quiltsApril 16, 2016 at 2:33 PM

    Glad to see you added the cheddar, such a lovely repro color. Good luck with finding some more matching fabric.

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  13. Sally TrudeApril 16, 2016 at 4:03 PM

    Orange definitely gives it some zest!

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  14. NannApril 16, 2016 at 4:16 PM

    When I saw the thumbnail photo of your orange block I thought it looked familiar . . . I realized I printed out a photo of Scrap Jar Stars as a reminder to try it one day. I like your rainbow variation!

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  15. JenniferApril 16, 2016 at 5:00 PM

    your quilt is great! can't wiat to see it with those 9 patches in the middle...

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  16. Katie Z.April 16, 2016 at 6:33 PM

    Your blocks are great!

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  17. audreyApril 17, 2016 at 1:30 AM

    Wonderful addition to add the cheddar stars! Really adds a richness to your quilt. Good luck on finding a similar fabric!

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  18. KyleApril 17, 2016 at 9:31 AM

    You've picked a wonderful block to highlight the colors of the month. The cheddar makes a nice addition to any repro quilt. Hope you find another bsckground that will work out well.

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  19. JeannaApril 18, 2016 at 11:11 AM

    Your blocks are gorgeous and see it on the design wall proves that this is going to be a beautiful quilt.

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  20. SheilaApril 19, 2016 at 6:46 PM

    Beautiful scrappy stars! I LOVE them.

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