Block 1 Sizzle

[Barbara B.]

Here is my blog with lots of photos. The General Instructions are available now.

https://bbquiltmaker.blogspot.com/2019/01/sizzle-block-1.html?spref=fb&fbclid=IwAR2_ATEPxUlmsDnlkRvFVlXd6 ljkCufFGycAJ79MPq4lSNd_PmnJ2cYMC2o

[Jeanne A.]

Is anyone else having trouble with the vellum "curling" after the seams are pressed?

[Barbara B.]

Yes, it curls more than newsprint BUT you can see through it which is helpful. Be sure there is no water in your iron. I found the glue stick really helps keep the fabric flat. I quickly got used to the vellum and the curling was not really a problem.

[Denise L.]

This was my practice piece. I may continue with this colorway as I love how it came out. It’s what I have in my stash so more will have to be purchased. I still have to assemble the parts but I did if all today on my Featherweight.

[Jo H.]

Beautiful colors Denise.

[Rebecca F.]

Newsprint sometimes curls, too. When it does, it often helps to reduce the temperature of your iron. I haven’t tried that with vellum, but it might be worth a try.

[Barbara B.]

Great job, Denise. Your fabrics are fun!

[Terri B.]

I have downloaded the general instructions for the warm Sizzle and the instructions for the cool Sizzle as I haven't quite decided which way I am going to go yet. They are identical. Is this supposed to be?

[Barbara B.]

Yes, they are--Becky wrote the General Instructions as she made the Warm quilt. There was no reason to re-do them just to change the photos.

[Barbara B.]

Love your polka dots!

[Belinda B.]

My block 1. I wasnt quite sure about the Kaffe fabric but I love it put together.

[Barbara B.]

What fun--that Star really spins--great job!

[Gayle L.]

I love it. Are your going to use a different colorway for each block? I am thinking about doing that but not sure how it would look.

[Belinda B.]

I'm not sure yet, I'm going to stick with the coolish colours though. Thank you

[Holly M.]

Here is my completed Block 1.
I like all aspects of Becky's design and her instructions and videos with the exception of: the size for the background fabric. I have made enough circle in a square designs that I should have gone with my gut and NOT cut all of my fabric to her specifications. I like to have a bit more on the outside edge so that I can square up and have an easier time when sewing the blocks together. Sigh. Might be purchasing some more fabric...
Maybe others can learn from this...
but I do like my colors!!