I used vintage Japanese fabrics for my August mini - trying out the "Trip Around the World" block to see if it's something I would want to use in a large quilt (... maybe). I used Bonnie Hunter's method.
The solid blues are indigo, the soft red is vintage kimono fabric, there's one plaid, and the other fabrics are kasuri.
I sewed the border on "log cabin" style, and added the sashiko.
Machine quilted it simply. I'll call this "Trip Around the World - I Wish!" It is 16" square.
Contrast is so important. I enjoyed experimenting with making this block. Here was my first go at it - I've added these quarter pieces to my orphan drawer.
Speaking of orphans, Wendy took our various stray blocks and turned them into something so very special, with her Community Supper quilt. Take a look here!!!
And, thank you Wendy for posting our minis each month and keeping us going!!
It remains just unbelievably hot in Tokyo. I am very happy to stay home. From my brief walk yesterday - not a whole lot of activity in the park.
That small gold colored building in the sunshine, past the park, is our apartment building.
xo
Cynthia
