Design Wall Monday

One of the benefits of working the way I do is that some weeks I make recordable progress on a number of projects. It may only be a new block or joining some pieces together but it acts as motivation for me to get to the next step. Can't explain it as in most other areas of my life are process orientated to reach my goals as soon as possible. I have learnt to accept it is how I do things and take my joy in the little steps along the way.

So what I have been working on this week. First up another hexagon flower block is finished. My total is now 3 of the 64 required.

A number of people have commented in the past on this block and its construction. Most thought it was English paper pieced. It's not. Sue Ross an Australian quilt designer has these great perspex templates made for a number of her projects.

I also finished another giant hexagon flower and added it to the 2 already made. The beauty of this one is that there are only 10 full blocks and then some fillers.. Of all my current hand projects I'm guessing this will be the first finished.

Some progress made on my flying geese quilt. I have started to sew them together and this little pile represents 16 of the 97 needed.

I also started a trip around the world - as you do.

Lastly progress on my bow tie leader/ender quilt. I am in love with it and need to restrain myself from making it my primary project.

I don't have high expectations for much being done in the coming week. Our gorgeous Honey was bitten by an Alsatian yesterday. Initially the vet thought there was no organ damage. Unfortunately when she had surgery today her bowel was damaged and needed to be re-sectioned. Her pancreas is also enlarged and will need to be watched. She is in safe hands and hopefully we can visit tomorrow.