Gypsy Wife Progress
I thought I’d show you my Gypsy Wife progress today, since my two friends and I met to sew together on Wednesday. 
The block above is one of the first I made. My goal is to make all of my Gypsy Wife blocks from my stash of bright scraps. So far, so good! Here are the first three blocks from our first sewing day.
I made the next two blocks using paper piecing. It goes a little slower, but I like how well they came out. However, I only got two blocks made. Of course, it might be because I was chatting a bit more than sewing (imagine that!).
Here’s the Pershing block.
I had fun with this block, and I love the bright colors. I don’t have much of that black stripe left, unfortunately, but I’m going to use it until it’s gone.
And here’s the Crazy Ann block.
Once I had the floral and pink combination, I thought it was a little too subdued. I added the green for the crazy!
Even though the Gypsy Wife instructions can be a little confusing at times, this is a fun pattern to work on. My blocks are definitely a scrappy mix. So here is my Gypsy Wife progress, all together on my design wall.
I’m looking forward to getting together next month. It’s a fun day of sewing and visiting. There’s nothing better than quilting with friends!
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On the Road Again
Well, actually, in the air again. I’m going someplace fun, and I’m going to do some creative play that doesn’t include quilting. (Those of you who know what I’m doing, shhhh — don’t tell.) I may not post while I’m gone, but I’ll be sure to tell you all about it when I get back.
So, what about you? What are your weekend plans? I hope it includes some quilting!
Linking up today with Sherry at Powered by Quilting and Sarah at Confessions of a Fabric Addict.
Wendy
32 Comments
Linda Crosby
Your gypsy squares are so cute. Are they for one quilt? I was surprised they are different sizes.
Vicki in MN
Great progress on the GW blocks. It will be fun and bright. Ya got my curiosity up as to what/where you are going!
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Vicki!
Karen
love the block with the dots and the strips – looks really fun together
Gray Barn Designs
This looks like it is a fun quilt to make, especially with friends! All the blocks are interesting with the fabrics you are using, I especially like the red heart! Can’t wait to hear about this mystery trip!
piecefulwendy
Thank you!
Barbara
Great looking blocks. Love all the color.
piecefulwendy
Thank you!
Louise Hornor
GW is looking grand! I love that you’re doing yours all scrappy and stashy 🙂 Have fun on your secret trip!
piecefulwendy
Thank you! I’m enjoying the scrappy look so far!
Kathleen McCormick
They are looking great! My approach is always to look and then add in colors so everyone has “friends”. I am working on an Island batik project, napkins, and a few blog entries. Enough to keep me out of trouble…I think!
piecefulwendy
Thanks! So far I think they are friendly. Well, that should hold you a day or so ☺️😉
Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting
Hi Wendy! I started reading your blog this morning and got interrupted–just getting back. Love that b&w stripe in you GWQ! This is my weekend to work at Quilt Cove. Besides that I’m working on a couple of t-shirt quilts. Have a fun time! Will be interested in hearing about it!
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Nancy. Sounds like you have a busy weekend!
Melanie McNeil
Fun blocks. I love the bright colors.
piecefulwendy
Thank you, Melanie!
Sparkle On with Abbie
Oh I love your Gypsy Wife blocks Wendy. They look so intricate and beautiful.
I’m enjoying visiting all the New Quilt bloggers this year. 😊
piecefulwendy
Thank you, Abbie!
Sandra Walker
Hope you are having or had a super fun weekend. That green was the perfect crazy to add to the block; it sure made my eyes go zing! Always fun to sew with friends, even if not as much sewing gets done!
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Sandra!
smilesfromkate
Gypsy Wife, one of my favourite quilts, you have a lovely selection of blocks Wendy they look great together. Scrappy is wonderful for Gypsy the more fabrics the better it looks. I look forward to seeing the next batch.
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Kate! It’s good to know you’ve made one too. I know who to ask if I get stuck!
Preeti
You have a Gypsy Wife??? Does your husband know? :-p Of course it is confusing. A second spouse will do that 😀
OK, I am done making jokes. Love all the bright colors. Your blocks are lovely. Looking forward to your next move.
piecefulwendy
You are so funny 😂. Thanks, Preeti!
Jayne N
Hi Wendy, your blocks are all stunning, so vibrant and lively! I can’t wait to see a finished section, it will be amazing!
I am collecting the fabrics together for a GWQ at the moment. I love the fabric hunt part of a new quilt quest, and as mine is for my guest bedroom I have a specific colour palette that on its own is proving to be tricky!
I am currently into foundation paper piecing and wonder how much of the GWQ can be done using this method?
piecefulwendy
Hi Jayne, thanks for your comment and encouragement. There are a few blocks that are paper pieced. You can find that info at Gnome Angel’s blog. I’ll email you more info soon.
Sandra Healy
Such a lovely collection of blocks. I love your black stripy fabric too, I can see why you want to use up every scrap!
piecefulwendy
Thank you, Sandra!
Carrie
Your blocks are fabulous! I especially love the heart because I just have a thing for red and heart blocks. Now I’m dying to know where the road is taking you, hope you’ll fill us in on your adventures 🙂
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Carrie!
Lisa
I hope you have fun doing what you enjoy doing. I got together with my quilting friends yesterday and not much sewing got done. Then I helped out with the grandboys in the evening. That was so much fun. Today I’m getting a little more sewing done.
piecefulwendy
Thanks, Lisa! Post coming soon!