Improv blocks – progress – 2020.05.27

I finished sewing the curvy strips into blocks, which are approximately 6 x 12 inches. (See my previous post for more information about that step.)

Now I’m using them to make 8 inch square quarter-circle blocks. Although I’m calling this an improv project, I’m not using free-hand cut circles. I prefer the look of precise circle shapes. The improv part is how I’m going to assemble the blocks together.

To create the precise quarter-circle shapes I created freezer paper templates. I’m using the techniques described in this post to sew them together, covering each curved seam with 1/4″ black bias tape.

I’m adding bright solid strips as necessary to bring each block close to 8 inches square. I’m not trimming the blocks yet, as I will probably slice some of them up and then reassemble them.

Here are my first few blocks on my design wall. I’m very happy with how this is looking.

By the way, this design may look familiar to some of you. I’ve had this design in my head for a long time, but I was inspired to finally get it out of my head and onto my design wall by Margo Yang‘s recent quilt Subtraction. I’ll be happy if my quilt looks as good as hers when it’s finished.

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Thanks for stopping by.  Today, I’m linking up with these blogs – click on the links below, where you’ll find many other creative and inspirational projects.
~ Love Laugh Quilt Monday Making
~ WIP Wednesday @ The Needle & Thread Network