Sunday, March 13, 2022

Time in a Bottle Blog Hop (My Day)

 


It's time for another fun blog hop, this time brought to us by Carol of Just Let Me Quilt. Here's the list of today's participants:

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The theme of this hop is the Hourglass Quilt Block. As most of you know, I primarily work in wool felt applique, and I'm not that experienced in quilting. I've never attempted the hourglass block before this hop, and it took me a few tries to get the hang of it. When I did, I created four 4.5" hourglass blocks. Then, I tried to figure out what to do with them, or if I wanted to make more. I did a lot of online searching, and finally decided to use my hourglasses to make a 12.5" Ohio Star block.


Then my new plan was to turn the block into a pillow for my office. I added a border to the block and did some simple in-the-ditch quilting.


Finally, I added a pillow back, sewed it together and stuffed it. Here's the completed 15" pillow:


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I love to read your comments and will try to reply to them all unless you are a No Reply Bloger.

Finally, be sure to visit everyone participating in this great hop!


Posted by Elizabeth Coughlin at 11:30 PM

34 comments:

  1. RaewynMarch 14, 2022 at 3:08 AM

    Oh yes, great use of your Hourglass blocks! Which has resulted in a very cute cushion.

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  2. Rebecca SmithMarch 14, 2022 at 6:58 AM

    I never really considered the Ohio Star as hourglass blocks, but you’re right it is!

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  3. lynnMarch 14, 2022 at 7:07 AM

    There Elizabeth, you got it!. Another tool for the toolbox, and a sweet pillow to boot.It's fun to stretch ourselves like that. Sometimes when I try, it bombs, but other times I smile, and think YES!

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  4. CalicojoanMarch 14, 2022 at 8:42 AM

    You did a fabulous job. Your pillow is beautiful and what an accomplishment. Lynn hit the nail on the head about tools in the toolbox. Good or bad, they all come in handy in the end.
    You rocked this girl!

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  5. Margaret HandlinMarch 14, 2022 at 8:52 AM

    Oh I agree with Rebecca, I never thought of the Ohio star a hourglass.. Great job with your block and pillow..

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  6. Karrin HurdMarch 14, 2022 at 9:21 AM

    Great pillow cover! You did good, and I never thought of the Ohio Star as an hourglass either.

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  7. SharonMarch 14, 2022 at 9:27 AM

    Very pretty! I like the colors that you've used for your star and borders. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Brenda @ Songbird DesignsMarch 14, 2022 at 9:45 AM

    Fantastic, Elizabeth. What a great pillow cover. I love the Ohio Star block, but never really thought about making it using hour glass blocks. It works perfectly! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Connie W.March 14, 2022 at 9:53 AM

    Great work on the hourglass units. The Ohio Star is not a beginner's block, but yours is terrific. Thanks for sharing.
    Connie

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  10. InflorescencedesignsMarch 14, 2022 at 10:17 AM

    I love the Ohio Star block and you did a great job! The pillow looks great! Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMarch 14, 2022 at 10:21 AM

    The Ohio Star is one of my favorite blocks Elizabeth. I thought of making one for this hop, but I have a large pile of Ohio Star blocks that I never made into a quilt from 15 years ago, so no I didn't need to make anymore, lol! It makes a great cushion.

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  12. Carol SwiftMarch 14, 2022 at 10:27 AM

    You did a wonderful job on this hourglass pillow...it turned out really pretty! Hourglass blocks are easy once you figure them out and they have become one of my favorite blocks to make. It's fun to see you step out into the fabric world, Elizabeth!

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  13. ShirleyCMarch 14, 2022 at 11:15 AM

    Good idea, and a very nice pillow!

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  14. Siouxzq64@gmail.comMarch 14, 2022 at 11:23 AM

    Great use of the hourglass blocks and I like your pillow.

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  15. LJMarch 14, 2022 at 12:27 PM

    Congratulations on your attempting the hourglass block. It's a super Ohio block - perfect for your pillow.

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  16. QuiltsmilesMarch 14, 2022 at 1:22 PM

    Time constraint met and a nice pillow to boot!

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  17. Vicki in MNMarch 14, 2022 at 2:39 PM

    Your block makes a great looking pillow.

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  18. beaquilterMarch 14, 2022 at 4:25 PM

    an Ohio star block is a classic block!

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  19. Stitchin At HomeMarch 14, 2022 at 5:29 PM

    A wonderful block and pillow! Now that you have the hang of making hourglass blocks there may be more in your future. Yes?

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  20. KathleenMarch 14, 2022 at 8:04 PM

    A favorite block will become a favorite pillow - it is perfect!

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  21. CarlaMarch 14, 2022 at 8:22 PM

    The Ohio star is one of my favorite blocks and it's perfect as a pillow. Great inspiration!

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  22. Quilting GailMarch 14, 2022 at 10:21 PM

    Your Ohio Star pillow is lovely and a great way to use the hourglass blocks!
    Happy Quilting! Quilting Gail

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  23. Karen's KornerMarch 14, 2022 at 11:06 PM

    Well done on your first attempt....do I see more hourglass blocks in your future?

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  24. CarolMarch 15, 2022 at 7:35 AM

    This is beautiful, Elizabeth, and it looks like it's hand-quilted too? I am super impressed (not being much of a hand-quilter myself). The Ohio star looks fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

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  25. LeahMarch 15, 2022 at 9:12 AM

    Beautiful pillow! I love Ohio Star blocks!

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  26. Danette March 15, 2022 at 9:30 AM

    Pillows are so nice to have around the house. Especially when they are handmade! Very lovely!

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  27. Lianne makes stuffMarch 15, 2022 at 2:54 PM

    This is a lovely squishy looking pillow well done

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  28. Anorina @SameliasMumMarch 15, 2022 at 5:35 PM

    It's a lovely pillow and looks nice and soft.

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  29. JOY @ http://joysjotsshots.blogspot.com/March 15, 2022 at 5:49 PM

    I like the perky yellow. I know it brightened up whatever room you put it in. So springy. Found you over at Days Filled with Joy

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  30. Carol AndrewsMarch 16, 2022 at 12:12 AM

    What a sweet pillow Elizabeth

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  31. time4stitchnMarch 16, 2022 at 2:03 PM

    The Ohio Star is my favorite block. ( I was born and raised in the state) Love your version with the bright yellow. Such a cute pillow. thanks for posting on my blog.

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  32. Joy from Days Filled With JoyMarch 17, 2022 at 2:26 AM

    Just perfect! Love the colors you used xx

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  33. janMarch 17, 2022 at 10:40 AM

    Lovely, beautiful colors.

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  34. tink's momMarch 20, 2022 at 7:59 PM

    Wonderful pillow. Great use of this block. Love your color choices.

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