February's Block was the Balkan Puzzle. I wasn't happy with the one I made originally, you can see a picture of it below. I went in a different color direction and it needed a remake. I like this one now, it looks like a fire opal from across the room. I still don't care for the technique because it leaves you with cross grain edges which can be difficult and easily stretched. Just my personal preference.
You can see how it looks in the grand scheme of things now...
The other two blocks that were made for September are both made using curved piecing. I love curved piecing and although they are technically perfect...you cannot see the detail of the block because of the choice of fabrics...note to self...more contrast in color and size of elements. But they are pretty and will blend in so I am not going to redo them.
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