The second Patchwork of the Crosses block is finished and I’m thrilled with it. I love playing with the various layouts and fabrics for these blocks. I think I could be happy making these blocks and variations of them forever!

This is the back of the block — they press perfectly every time. The fabrics for the third block are cut out and all that’s left is to pick out the layout for that block. Laying the pieces out for each block is almost as much fun as stitching them — seeing how the effect changes totally depending on the placement of the different fabrics and the various layouts is like playing with a kaleidoscope.

Smudge in one of his usual positions when I’m stitching at night. He drapes himself over my legs and rests his head on the arm of the sofa.


I love your cats and your hand work, it’s so creative.s
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lovely lovely!
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oh my goodness! your block is gorgeous! perfect paisley! ☺
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Such a different look from the first one — from crisply stunning to softly downhome. And all the same piecing!
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I love this block, Cathi! Thanks for showing us the back. Can you remind me what this collection is called? I’ve been following Inklingo since the beginning, but never bought a collection. I think I might have to give in this time!
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OMGosh Cathi I LOVE it!! I can see how you wouldn’t tire of these pretty blocks.Smudge looks very very comfortable, I wonder how easy it is to sew with that big ol’ lump in your lap LOL.Crispy
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Love the backs of your blocks…the fronts are wonderful too….
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Your quilt block looks very nice and Smudge is looking so sweet!
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Cathi,These blocks are just soooo pretty. I love your choices of fabrics!
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Ahhhh, feline bliss! lol
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amazing how you whil those blocks out- they are wonderful. I love the Smudge pic-
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Such a great block. I love it.
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This will be a lovely scrappy quilt Cathi…again beautiful piecing too.I am trying to imagine a human in Smudge’s position LOL at least he is a great leg warmer when you need it. LOL
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I’m always impressed by the back. It shows true talent and technique.
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Oh gosh, I missed this day, too. So many wonderful things i’ve missed! But I’m loving it regardless. YOU ROCK!
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