I've been in the classroom with the 5th graders this week. I visit one group each morning, tomorrow is the last.
I spread out the fabric bits on a big piece of poster board, makes for easier hunting! I also covered two clip boards with batting and muslin - it keeps the square still while they arrange and rearrange all the pieces. Then I press and fuse it all without worrying about messing up the creation.
I spread out the fabric bits on a big piece of poster board, makes for easier hunting! I also covered two clip boards with batting and muslin - it keeps the square still while they arrange and rearrange all the pieces. Then I press and fuse it all without worrying about messing up the creation.
I'm surprised at how much time they all take! Even the boys spend a good amount of time hunting and placing just the right pieces. They also tend to want to just line up the blocks and fill the space completely. Today I specifically asked that they consider leaving some white space. They all look amazing, but here are four of my favorites so far.
And a little test layout with the solid....
Looks amazing! There's no way you could sit an adult down to come up with something like this, only kids, lol :)
ReplyDeleteThey all look fantastic. It is wonderful that they have someone like you who can show them how creative they truly are.
ReplyDeleteThey look great! You've got a good creative method going there and they are using awesome fabrics! I think this is so cool!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely you should write a journal and keep the pictures in it for a later book you simply must write on sewing/quilting/parenting/surviving!
ReplyDeleteComing along great!
ReplyDeleteThat is turning SOO cute! I am very very tempted to make some for my boys and have them design blocks for me! A lot of work but well worth it! :D You are such a good mommy to do that for the school!
ReplyDeletethis is so great! What a great idea for the kids to get involved...its going to be so cool.
ReplyDeleteAwesome job those kids are doing! What a fun project, and a fun teacher. :)
ReplyDeleteThis is looking great! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific idea! They all did a wonderful job. I love them.
ReplyDeleteyour idea is turning out to be amazing. they are doing so great. i love it when even boys get in on the crafting.
ReplyDeleteThis is so fabulous!! I am dying to do one like it!
ReplyDeleteThis whole idea just amazes me. I'm so impressed - both with your creativity and your can-do desire. It is going to be fantastic.
ReplyDeleteAND, I love the color of it all. Wonderful!
i love that they are all taking their time looking for the right piece... those are our future quilters!!
ReplyDelete