I started with a little pile and then it grew to this basket.
I just cannot believe that I can make a quilt out of the selvage that I either cut up and threw away or cut off and threw away. I paid for it I might as well use it.
I googled selvage quilts and found a pattern that I thought suited my personality.
Because I was making my squares the same I was able to take advantage of chain sewing.
I did 4 squares at a time because the finished square is four small squares put together, this will all make sense in a second.
This is one of the little squares that makes up the larger squares, can you believe it this is made from selvage. I think this is my most favorite scrap quilt. Here is the finished little square, I will give you a sneak peak at one of the larger blocks finished.
Now you will just have to sit tight to see the finished quilt...................
ooooohh ahhhhhh, it looks like it is going to be another masterpiece!! love it, such a good use of otherwise castoff material. It's not only artistic but rather historical in a sense when you think of the hard times when women had to make quilts from everything and anything and they looked fabulous. You are right Val, this quilt is a perfect match for you!
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