Monday, November 2, 2026

Spin Doctor

Spin Doctor, August 2026
I’m here, just a bit late and still a little groggy from the time change. I can’t believe it’s November! This year has flown by quickly.


Today’s scrappy quilt is made from gorgeous batik fabrics and a cream swirl neutral. I added double triangle corners to the Snail’s Trail block to make the secondary design. It’s a fairly common antique block, updated with modern materials.


It’s such a happy quilt with a tropical vibe. I did all the piecing on my tough little Singer 99: Bogart, or Bogie, manufactured in 1942. The quilting is an allover pattern in beige thread, created using a circle ruler to stitch loops.


I really enjoy every step in making my quilts, from idea to completion. This one was finished in August (#36 for the year) and is hanging in our hallway right now.


Have a great week!


Accuquilt dies used:
55196 Snail’s Trail 8”
55399 Quarter Square Triangles 8”
55021 Value die Half Square Triangles 2”
55017 Strips 2” binding

Labels

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