I rarely sit down to improv piece, but I always thoroughly enjoy it when I finally do. It's such a liberating process. And so perfect for summer where you can just put down and pick up again without having to remember where I was or precisely what size pieces I need to cut.
Speaking of improv, I've found a great way to keep the kids entertained this summer. The answer is: duct tape. We've bought multiple colorful rolls at WalMart, including camouflage and leopard prints (which sadly were all used up by the time this picture was taken.) Most of the time they are creating stuff on their own, which has bought me some additional moments of snatched sewing time. But then every once in a while I have moments that worry me a little like finding make-shift Quidditch hoops taped in front the large mirror in the front room or hearing "Let's go outside and catch bees. With duct tape..."
Melissa Corry says
Love your improv blocks. So fun!!! And the duck tape, awesome!!!! Especially the catching bees with duck tape. You know duck tape is just like the force. It has a light side and a dark side and holds the universe together 🙂
Jennifer Salter says
Love the improv blocks! Make me itch to dig out my scraps and have some fun! I just might "go to town" tonight!
Katy Cameron says
Lol, duck tape does everything!
Kerri says
so pretty!! i love them!!
Calli Makes Do says
I love your improv blocks! I'm hoping to work on mine today. My kids have been begging for duct tape ever since they saw their cousin making flip flops and wallets out of his.
foodmathquilts says
I love your use of white! I have a few improv. Blocks started but they don't have enough contrast and look a bit flat to me. ( note to self: more white!)
Sara says
Love the blocks!
Heidi Staples says
Lovely blocks!!
Kati from Kati's Quilting says
Gorgeous improv block, I absolutely love the colors!
Heather says
Your improv blocks are great! I love the colors you chose. Bravo on getting some sewing time, it sometimes is something simple that keeps kids going for hours.
trish says
Your blocks look fabulous Amy. :0) So sweet of you to make many. What a treat. :0)<br />I think I need to find some colorful duct tape. That looks like way too much fun. :0) My son carries a duct tape wallet he made. He loves it. :0)
LittleLucyGoosey says
Love the blocks, Amy! The colors are perfect. Can't wait to see how you place them in a quilt top!
Sheila says
I love your blocks! I must try this. Looking forward to seeing your finished quilt top.
pinksuedeshoe says
Um, perfection. Seriously. I can't wait to make this quilt!!!
Claire Jain says
LOL! Catch bees with duct tape!!! These kids are brave. I love the improv blocks. The yellow and pink are so cute 🙂
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Thimbleanna says
What pretty blocks Amy -- I LOVE the colors you're using! Tell the kids to catch something pesky with the duct tape ;-D
Sew Create It - Jane says
These are my favourite kind of blocks to make! Love the colours you are putting together.
trish says
ps. Nathan is constructing a new wallet out of duct tape. :o) Thanks for the idea. I posted a little bit of it today. :o) I need to go back for more colors!