Friendship Swap Finale

Knowing that school would be back in session before long and that all of the related fall activities would dominate the bulk of my time, I worked to finish up the last two blocks of the Friendship Swap a bit early just to ensure that none of them arrived late.

This is the block I made for Patti. She requested the Greek Cross Block. I really enjoyed how simple and easy this block came together. I think it's probably a great block for a swap, too, because it will mix and match well with a variety of palettes and because it's quick enough to put together that it won't take long to add any additional blocks to either balance colors or increase the size.

And then there was one.

Though Linda's block wasn't due until October, I plowed through and finished hers up, too. She selected the Maple Leaf Block. This was another very quick and straight-forward block, but every time I see it, it causes me to break into "O, Canada." And, since I don't know anymore than "O, Canada," it makes for a pretty lack-luster rendition. :) Now the fabric, well, that's anything but lack-luster. Check out the rich oranges and elegant flourishes. B-eaut-i-ful!

All that's left for this Friendship Swap is for me to receive my blocks, add a few of my own, and assemble. September is "my month" and, after receiving Saturday's mail, I'm super excited. My first block arrived!

Isn't it gorgeous?! Gaila made this block following the pattern I found on Freshly Pieced. I think her fabric selections are perfect. That butterfly in the middle is just a bonus because what Gaila doesn't know is that I have a special fondness for butterflies. I even have one tattooed on my ankle! I can't wait to see how the remaining ladies interpret the pattern and fabrics. If anyone else is interested in adding to my quilt, I would love to include a few more blocks. If you're interested, let me know!