Island Batik - The Unboxing

There is a first time for everything, right?  This is my first attempt at making a video. 

I hope that what I lack in production quality and overall appeal is balanced (somewhat) by my genuine excitement.

Well, according to Blogger, my video exceeds their size limit (yes even after cropping and reducing file size). Insert raspberry here. 

You may view it on my Facebook page here.  Here are a few highlights from the Box.

Full of goodies

This gorgeous bundle contains 20 fabrics, 1/2 yard of each, which I am using in the February Blog Hop challenge. The post will go live on February 1, 2021.  See more pictures below.  Autumn Sunset ships to stores in February 2021.

Autumn Sunset by Kathy Engel

Autumn Sunset by Kathy Engel

Autumn Sunset by Kathy Engel

Matching Yardage

Design in Process

Blinded by Science, 10" Precut by Jackie Kunkel of Canton Village Quiltworks. This ships to stores in February 2021. I used this precut in the January Placemats Challenge. 

Blinded by Science 

Coordinating Yardage (to match Blinded by Science)

The box included these neutrals.

White, Black and Gray

6 Yards of Yolk

I may have to make myself a blouse. This rayon from Island Batik is luscious :-) 

2 yards of rayon

Holly Holiday, 2.5" Precut Strips and matching Yardage in Red and Gold

2.5" Strips + Matching Yardage

Island Batik Half Yard Foundations Bundle

Yummy Solids

Island Batiks Blenders and Basics

Aurifil Threads - 4 spools of 50wt Aurifil Thread for patchwork and 3 spools of 40wt Aurifil Thread.

Aurifil Threads

Schmetz Needles (70/10, 80/12, and 90/14) with Color Code, Luggage Tag and a Small Notepad.

Hobbs Batting  - Polyester, Cotton-Poly Blend, with Scrim, and Black

Hobbs Batting - Polyester and Black

Hobbs Batting with Scrim :-)

I also received a separate shipment containing the Accuquilt Ultimate Fabric Cutting System with all the standard supplies, a GO cutting mat and the Snails Trails Die.  All this is brand new to me. I am excited and a bit apprehensive. 

The Island Batik and Accuquilt challenge will come later in the year. For now I must focus all my energies on the February Blog Hop Challenge. Won't you revisit on February 1, 2021?

Disclosure: The fabrics, thread, batting and needles were generously supplied by the following companies:

Island Batik January Challenge - Placemats

The Island Batik January challenge is Placemats. 

The Island Batik box included a pack of 10" squares of "Blinded by Science" designed by Jackie Kunkel of Canton Village Quiltworks.  The solid gray yardage was also provided by Island Batiks.

I used the 70/10 Microtex Sharp Needle by Schmetz Needles that was part of the Island Batik Box. 

Schmetz needles 

The four placemats finish at about 12" by 18" each. And I tried appliqué for the first time. 

Placemats 

Well that was the executive summary. The story follows:

Paul: What are you making?

Me (smiling): I am making eggs.

Applique in progress

Paul: Do we have bacon?

Me (trying to control my giggling): Yes and it is looking crisp.

Making Breakfast :-)

Paul was disappointed that none of the breakfast items were edible.  But once he was fed, his mood brightened.

Eggs and Bacon

Paul: I like this font.

Me: It is so happy. It makes me smile.

Paul: If I ever become a teacher, you can come decorate my classroom.

Me: You should ask Wendi Gratz.

Paul: Who is she?

Me: I got these letters from her website - Shiny Happy World.

Paul: Nah, I prefer to outsource it to the Indian woman.

Me: You bet.

Toast and Milk

Paul: That "o" in "bacon" looks different.

Me: And so does the "o" in "toast".

Sharing is Caring :-D

Paul: What happened?

Me: When we go out to eat, and let's say you get crab cakes and I get shrimp and grits.

Paul: Yeah?

Me: I let you taste my shrimp and you let me have a bite of your crab cake.

Paul: So?

Me: So that is exactly what happened here. Bacon and toast are sharing :-D 

Paul (mildly exasperated): But eggs and toast are not sharing the letter "s"?

Me: I wanted to add a touch of whimsy. Too much and it loses the impact.

Breakfast is Served!!!

At this point Paul rolled his eyes loudly and walked away.  But don't you walk away without telling me how you feel about bacon and eggs. Of course if you are a vegetarian, I'd happily welcome your thoughts on milk and toast.

Disclosure: The fabrics and needles used in making this project were generously supplied by the following companies:

_____________________________________________________________________________

The Rainbow Scrap Challenge color for January is Pink! After thinking, re-thinking, evaluating and discarding some (more than a few) options, I decided to follow Angela (well, almost).

I will be making the Sister's Choice blocks with a small difference. Instead of using a 2" grid that would yield a 10" finished block, I am using a 3" grid to yield a 15" block. 

Blushing

Crimson

Lots to Find :-)

Contrasting Center

I chose the center square such that it is in contrast to the rest of the block.  I am sure it will create loads of interest in the completed quilt.

So here are my Pink blocks for January 2021. Whether you blush at the thought, or you turned crimson cause you were caught in the act, there is a pink for you :-)

January 2021 Blocks

I have been watching Bridgerton on Netflix and these colors mirror the entire range of my thoughts. 

I will be sharing with all my favorite linky parties plus Angela's Linky Party, see full list on the sidebar.