Craigslist Called

I don’t check Craigslist often because any time I do, My Love gets sent 10+ pictures of sewing machines I think I need (like cannot live without) in that moment. Most of the time they are machines or things that are priced way too high so I know it will not happen and should not happen. I have many wants but he normally gets the dramatic messages of me needing something in order to take my next breath–poor guy. Self-control was never my strongest trait. I’m practicing… sort of.
Today was different. While waiting to clock in at work, I was reading about so many fun finds people had come across at thrift stores and places online. I couldn’t contain myself any longer. (I told you self-control was not my strongest trait.) I jumped on Craigslist and typed in my town then searched for “quilt”.
A few items down there was a listing for quilt tops at a great price but the main picture was not something I was interested in. Thankfully it said quilt TOPS (plural) so I clicked– sneaky, sneaky. A lady was selling all of her mom’s finished quilt tops and obviously had no idea what she was holding. First, I sent a message to My Love to figure out how to even contact a seller on craigslist. Then, I sent a quick text to the seller and surprisingly I received a prompt answer. All the quilts were still available. 

**Que freak out moment here!**

I’m not normally the one to find the fun deals; I’m the one who reads about all of it after the fact.
A time was set to meet at a popular gas station in town and, although there were three quilt tops I was definitely interested in, I asked if she could bring all the tops that were available.

Here is what I walked away with.  

Her loss is my gain. Stick around to see what happens with these quilt tops. I have so many ideas running through my head and I cannot wait to share them with you.
See you at the machine,

•Care

A Magic Ruler and My Favorite Block

 

Hey there!

The past several days we have been working with The Magic Triangle Ruler by Cindy Casciato to make different blocks using a Charm Pack. Today I will share the last block I used to make my charm pack quilt, but this is not the last block the ruler can make. It can make many, many different blocks- the possibilities are endless.

I hope by sharing the last few blocks you have gotten a taste of how fun this find is.

 

If you think you might want to make these blocks, hop on over to Cindy Casciato’s shop and take a look. You will not be disappointed.

Now, I challenge you to come up with a quilt using a charm pack- or two. I always love picking out charm packs, but I rarely use them in a quilt. Occasionally I have taken one or two blocks for applique work. Now I am hoping I will use them more frequently. After all, my stash wouldn’t notice a few missing. What is your favorite quilt that uses a charm pack?

 

See you at the machine,

•Care

 

{Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any products shown or used in this blog. I am just sharing what I love.}