I made a bit of progress on the miniature nosegays, and I learned a valuable lesson in the process. Don’t paper piece while on Zoom chatting with friends, LOL!! The last time I showed this project, I had made the copies and colored them, as there were a number of different configurations for the blocks.
On the sew day, I wanted to get started on them. I find it easier to sew several at once, doing the same piece number across several blocks. It seems to go a bit faster for me. So, I began with the first two pieces, and proceeded on to the third one on the top section.
I had to take out one that I got off the line as the point was not coming out right. But re-sewing it, only took a moment. When a seam only has about six stitches it doesn’t take long to do it over.
After a bit, I had four of the top sections done, and was moving on to the bottom.
So far so good. The bottom section is quite a bit simpler than the top. The numbers on the papers ensure that I have the correct top for the bottom, as the corners can be different.
Flipping them over, I am happy with the points.
So, I went to trim the bottom section, and went off the rails while chatting, cutting the seam allowance off the top section. Crap on a cracker, now I have to redo that one.
I did get this one done correctly. Here it is before trimming. But, now I am not sure I like it well enough to do more.
I think I’ll put it aside for now, and work on other projects I have in the works. I have the Japanese fabrics to work out and finish, plus the Christmas in July project. The pattern can be found in the book Easy Paper Pieced Miniatures by Carol Doak.
What UFOs are you working on?
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From My Carolina Home 
Those are tiny blocks, but such a fun look when they’re finished! How many do you need for your project? Hope the rest go together smoothly!
Oh, that nosegay sure is cute. Don’t you just want to scream when you make a silly cutting error? Worst one I did was trimming the border on a quilt before binding. Fortunately I’m the only one who knows that border is not as wide as it was supposed to be.
I am not sure the words “easy”, “paper pieced”, and “miniatures” belong in the same sentence.
Paper piecing used to be my “go-to” – every little line was military precision. But the “Paper work” and mess finally got the best of me. Your above project is so beautiful I might just be tempted back into the “fold”. “Silver Linings” was my go-to patterns. Thanks for showing this lovely block.
What don’t you like about the block? I am adding a label to a quilt and doing a photo shoot and blog today. Then, I am seeing people before I travel to MN so it’s a no-sew time for me. When I return I have 3 bindings to do, and quilting on a quilt so that should take me through the end of the month.
Those tiny bits for paper piecing are interesting. The points are beautiful. How big is the block when joined? Looks very tiny!! I know when I am doing simple work I can chat and/or listen to an audio book, but I have to focus when it comes to things like joining the ends of the binding etc. Good luck with the project. Don’t hide it away too long.
Paper piecing is a great technique for miniatures and when you want razor sharp points. Like the Nosegay pattern you are using.
I’ll be binding placemats today.
Your block is very pretty. What kind of paper did you use? I am experimenting making blocks using scrap fabric and foundation paper piecing. I had success copying a pattern on tracing paper in the inkjet printer. Also tried piecing without a pattern on non stick cooking & baking parchment paper from a roll, freezer paper and Food Lion Pop Up Parchment (10.7 “ x 13.6” individual sheets). The tracing paper and parchment paper from the roll were easier to remove. The FL brand has a freezer paper texture. When I make more blocks, I am thinking of scoring the paper with a tracing wheel to remove it easier. Look forward to seeing your quilt. Marie
I have done paper piecing occassionly but find it rather tedious and slow. The last one was a cat block with a curved arc for the back, quite attractive really and turned out really well.
This technique certainly is the way to go to make perfect points.
PS, meant to add that I do my occasional paper piecing using very thin tracing vylene, then I dont need go remove it.
These are really pretty, Carole!
Oh goodness…I am dizzy just thinking about it. You go girl.
I haven’t done any Paper Piecing for quite a while but I do enjoy it. You need to concentrate or you can soon find yourself with a problem. You do end up with some really nice pieces.
Just put it aside for a couple of days and all will be well. :))
What if the big triangle on the bottom was more of a tone on tone print? Military precision for this!
Good morning, Carole! Wow,Love the colors and the pattern. Are you familiar with the “4×5”. Project? I have my blocks done, but I was having a hard time with a simple sashing. Then I get discouraged…
Have a nice day, Felicia