I participated in the 2023 Batik Stars TOBE (Treadle On Block Exchange). Treadle On is a group devoted to people powered sewing machines (treadles and hand cranks). I got my blocks back this week. This was an international exchange. Not many participated in this exchange, but they all did a nice job on their blocks. I'll list each persons blocks and the machines used separately.
These blocks came from Maryland and were made on a 1905 Clemens Muller Veritas hand crank. The block is called the Quartered Star.
These blocks came from Florida and were made on a 1919 Singer 66. The block is the Friendship Star.
These blocks came from Florida and were made on a 1902 Singer 28k. The block is the Sawtooth Star.
These Ohio Star blocks were made on a 1936 Singer 99k, and also came from Florida.
These Autograph Star blocks also came from Florida and were stitched on an 1878 Willcox & Gibbs (the oldest machine used for this block exchange).
These Starflower blocks came from New Mexico and were stitched on a 1950's Pfaff 30 treadle. I love how she got all of her stripes lined up correctly.
These blocks came from Michigan and were stitched on a 1955 Singer 201K hand crank. The block on the left is the Uneven Star and the block on the right is the Entwined Star.
These blocks came all the way from Ireland. They were made on a 1954 Singer 201k. They are a variation of the Ohio Star.
I didn't get any of my blocks back. I did make one extra of each of my blocks (just in case). I made my blocks on my 1927 Singer 15 hand crank.
First, I made the Wisconsin Star.
I also made an Ohio Star variation.
And lastly, I made the Eight Pointed Star variation. All of mine are paper pieced.
I also participated in another Batik Star block exchange back in 2016. I now have more than enough batik stars to make a couple of quilts.
What an great bunch of star blocks. I look forward to seeing your star quilt.
ReplyDeleteLove your stars, but me thinks you are a glutton for punishment... All that foundation piecing!!! I get so bored with it after about an hour!
ReplyDeleteOh my what a fabulous bunch of star blocks!
ReplyDeleteCheryl, all of the exchange blocks are beautiful, but I must say your block are stunning!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stars. Love the fabric choices.
ReplyDeleteThe stars are all gorgeous - these are going to make a great quilt. I love that you know what was made on each machine. I really like your Ohio Star variation. ~Jeanne
ReplyDeleteI especially like the Wisconsin Star block. I haven't seen that one before. All your. Blocks will make beautiful quilts!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! All the blocks are lovely, and colorful. I think it's very cool that they are made using a treadle machine. I've got an old one that's been in the family. It's so in need of maintenance. And while I don't use it, I don't want to part from it either.
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Making blog rounds again, so waving hello. Hope you have a good start to the new week. Many thanks for email with the sewing machine info.
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I like the Ohio Star variation. Looks like a fun exchange project!
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such a fabulous bunch of star blocks. I can't choose my favorite coz everything is so beautiful.
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