Where did the time go? It seems like just yesterday we were starting the Fiesta de Azucar blog hop, and here we are - the final post. I hope you've found some wonderful blocks along the way, enjoyed some wonderful stories behind the designs, and had fun stitching up your own sugar skulls.
We've seen some absolutely amazing pictures of blocks from some of you that are participating. Don't forget - there will be prizes at the end! What, you say? Prizes??? Yep! Prizes. Fun stuff. I've been hoarding a few little goodies myself that will be part of the prize pack, and I'll reveal those on the Facebook group (join here).
Before I move on to the purpose of my post - the second border option for all you FdA (Fiesta de Azucar) blog hoppers, I want to give a huge shout out to our sponsors, the amazing Island Batik (only the BEST batiks on the planet!), and of course the never-to-be equaled Aurifil thread (only the most amazing thread - really!). All of the designer projects featured fabrics from Island Batik, and stitching with Aurifil threads.
So now - about my border option. I wanted to capture the essence of the celebration - joy and appreciation for family, those present and those that have passed. I created my own version of the flags (see Terri's post for more info on the flags she created as a child)in bright colors, and added a few winged hearts to further represent those we hold near and dear in our hearts.
Never fear - all of this is fused applique, so it is super quick to cut and fuse. You can add decorative stitching along the edges of your flags, or leave as is - maker's choice. I added some minimal decorative stitching on the wings just for detail - again, strictly maker's choice.
Where can you find this? On Craftsy, of course! All of the blocks are there, along with both border options.
Thanks so much for "skulling" with us! Please don't forget to join the Facebook group, share your projects, and celebrate the love of family!
The schedule of posts:
July 1st – Block 1 – Terri Sontra, Purple Moose Designs
July 8th – Block 2 – Joanne Hillestad, Fat Quarter Gypsy
July 15th – Block 3 – Vicki Hansen, Cranberry Pie Designs
July 22nd – Block 4 – Cheryl Sleboda, Muppin
July 29th – Block 5 – Penni Domikis, Cabin In The Woods Quilters
August 5th – Block 6 – Tammy Silvers, Tamarinis
August 12th – Block 7 – Kate Colleran, Seams Like A Dream Quilt Designs
August 19th – Block 8 – Susan Emory, Swirly Girls Design
August 26th – Block 9 – Trish Frankland, Persimon Dreams
September 2nd – Border Option #2 – Terri Sontra, Purple Moose Designs
September 9th – Border Option #1 – Tammy Silvers, Tamarinis
October 30th – Prize winner announcements
The rules - in case you missed them:
Not a quilter, but want to make skulls? Check out my tutorial video on creating fused fabric art here!
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