This is another project I've been working on slowly over the last week (I lost count of how many hours it took - maybe 8?) - the amazing Aspen Grove block designed by
Caroline of Trillium Designs. Living in Australia, I've never seen an actual aspen grove, so I had to do a bit of googling to find some images as inspiration. Some of the tree trunks in the pictures I found were mostly white with black markings, which is why I used the Madrona Road text print for the trunks. It is a little warped from all the long, thin pieces, but I think once the paper is off it should flatten out with a good helping of steam.
The background is quilter's linen, which I love - it gives a really subtle texture without distracting from the trunks and leaves. I really love this one :o)
I'm really happy I'm keeping up with the QAL so far - although I'm now going to be rushing to get my March bee blocks done over the next few days. Whoops. This paper piecing thing is totally addictive though, and I can't wait to get started on the next block.
xx Jess
21 comments:
that's amazing!!!!
So beautiful! The madrona road print was such a perfect choice for the Aspens! Reminds me of CO! Gorgeous and well worth the time :)
Really lovely, this is such a stunning QAL so far!
Such a beautiful block! Very effective fabric choices :)
Love it-I think that this is my favorite version of this block yet!
That is AMAZING! Great idea with the Madrona Road fabrics!
Wow, that is really gorgeous!
turned out fabulous! Love the text trees
Luv it!!! B-)
It's BEAUTIFUL Jess! What a whole lot of work though. :) I'm a bit too lazy for that, but maybe it's just because I'm in spring break mode. haha Funny thing, there's a school here in our town called Aspengrove. :)
I love the aspen trunks with the black and white text....so perfect! And I have seen real aspens! (-:
Such an amazing block - your fabric choices are just right!
What a perfect block! The fabric choices are so spot-on! It has a such a realistic look! Wonderful!
It looks just beautiful! Perfect fabric choices!
It looks great, love the fabric choices
Worth every minute of those eight hours….
Jess, it's stunning. And I'm not just saying that because I have a weakness for trees.
Oh wow Jess! I am totally loving how you used the handwriting fabric for the aspens. It's perfect. I grew up in the Rocky Mountains, and aspens always make me a little home sick. :)
Gorgeous!
I really like the trunk fabric and the ground. I love all the blocks for the Forest-a-long so far.
These are great, well done
What a beautiful block! Love your fabric choices!
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