We decided to make a few changes from the original layout (12 x 12 blocks with two borders) and will be using a 13 x 13 block layout to give it more balance and symmetry. This will put a pieced Churn Dash block in each of the 4 corners. Also, we will add a 3rd border so the total border width will be approximately 10 inches. This will give a finished quilt size of 98 x 98 which will fit nicely on a queen size bed.
After all the decisions were made - the cutting and piecing have begun.
Statistically, the 13 x 13 layout will require a total of 169 blocks ! (YIKES !!)
But, only 85 of them are pieced and the other 84 are setting blocks (HUGE SIGH of RELIEF !)
However, to complete the 85 pieced blocks, we need a total of 340 half-square trianges, 85 strips sets, and 170 burgandy 2.5 inch squares..... (AND A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE...)
Wow - what a pile of fabric.... but block by block it will come together.
I think it always goes faster when the finished blocks go up on one of the design walls at the studio. At least it gives some visual inspiration on those days when motivation is lacking !!
These blocks are just pinned in place, but it already confirms that we are on the right track for replicating the look of the original quilt.
I'm so excited... stay tuned for more progress reports on Remake 2012 !
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