I took a much-needed break from all kinds of technology last week and used that opportunity to take a break from writing a post as well. We had no wi-fi or electricity, so we hung out, read books, drank lots of tea, played games and at night we looked at the stars outside while keeping ourselves warm with a log fire. I can’t say I didn’t enjoy the simple life. That ties in with what I am going show you today, my vintage-themed quilt blocks.
When I picked up four fat quarters of Grandma’s House last year, the only thing I was sure of was that I wanted to make vintage-style blocks without using the usual vintage quilt patterns. Then, very recently, while browsing through knitting patterns, the perfect idea came to me. I made four quilt patterns inspired by the knitting designs and history. This is the Argyle Star, I don’t think introductions are needed for this design. I love the little points at the end of the crossed lines.
Of course I couldn’t help but play with the colours a little bit.
This is the Vale Star, inspired by the Yorkshire Dales knitting tradition. I wanted to keep this block very simple to represent a simple life. Simple, but full of activity because this block also makes me think of roads leading in and out of the center square.
Here’s my colour-play with the Vale Star.
These are so easy to make and there is hardly any aligning of sections. I am almost done with the other two blocks and can’t wait to show them to you. I am making a mini with these already-made blocks for my kitlets to snuggle on during cold nights. I am planning on making a quilt with solids for the bipeds in this house. These stars are also going to appear on my Halloween quilt. Versatile, don’t you think?
Until next week,
-Soma
19 thoughts on “Argyle And Vale Stars”
Audrey September 27, 2014 at 17:58
Very nice! Thanks for sharing at TGIFF Linky Party!
Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation September 25, 2014 at 08:16
These blocks look great. I love the shape of them, and they’ll look great when they’re put together.
Thank you so much for sharing at Needle and Thread Thursday!
:) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation
Susan in OK September 24, 2014 at 21:24
I love stars and these are definitely “keepers.” Sounds as if you made the best of a not very good situation. Good job with the electricity issue.
Ruth September 24, 2014 at 06:31
Love the idea of these. I really like the first one – the small points at the end are very cool and unusual.
Carole @ From My Carolina Home September 24, 2014 at 05:13
Neat blocks! Visiting from Sew Fresh Quilts
Lorna McMahon September 24, 2014 at 03:30
Both are very fine blocks, perfect for using those fabrics you chose. But I am sure they would look great in modern fabrics and solids as well. Great ideas!
Cynthia September 24, 2014 at 01:34
It is a beautiful block. It is nice to disconnect from our normal busy lives for a short time. Not too long and preferably when it suit you.
Sharon - IN September 23, 2014 at 13:53
Very clever blocks. It is interesting where inspiration can come from! I don’t knit or crochet, but I’ll be looking at sweaters in a different way now! And I’ll pop over to Craftsy to take a look at your patterns.
Susan @TheBoredZombie.com September 22, 2014 at 18:44
It’s so grown up looking, I love it!! :)
Janine September 22, 2014 at 07:01
Thank you for linking with Wool on Sundays :)
Crafty Create September 21, 2014 at 09:00
I love the simple style blocks and colours and so versatile too!
Carla September 20, 2014 at 19:46
I like these blocks. They are probably much easier to make than argyle socks : )
Cheryl September 20, 2014 at 19:20
I am glad you had fun disconnecting from technology, that sounds like a wonderful vacation to me. Great blocks too, I love the fabrics you used.
Mary September 18, 2014 at 13:56
I really like how versatile that block can be. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it.
Kim September 18, 2014 at 13:54
Your week sounds idyllic. Love your fabric choices and your li’l playing with colour has resulted in truly inspired blocks.
Janine September 18, 2014 at 13:20
I like the idea of turning knitting designs into quilt blocks. The ones here look great and I’m looking forward to the others
:)
krislovesfabric September 18, 2014 at 12:31
Love the look of the Argyle and I look forward to seeing those stars with your Halloween theme. I am still working through the decision of border on my Halloween top so sounds like you just went around me ;)
Kathleen September 18, 2014 at 11:04
Love your choice of fabrics Soma!
Susan September 18, 2014 at 09:46
Ooh, I like this block. It is beautiful in the fabrics you made it with. I also like the solid color representations. I’ve got all kinds of ideas going through my head now. This will give me something to look forward to as I deal with settling my aunt’s estate.