I worked on my Doc Schnibbles this weekend as well, and can't wait to finish it up and get it on my table. You may notice that I have made a smaller version than the pattern, using only four squares.
What I found out after getting the four blocks and lattices together is that the plan to use four inch half square triangles for the outer border, as shown in the nine block pattern version, won't work. The measurements are off when I try to use the larger half square triangles with my four block topper.
No matter. The four blocks plus lattice measured 24 1/2", so I made 2 1/2 inch half square triangles. When I sewed 12 of them together, the strip measured 24 1/2", which was "just right" as Goldilocks said. I kinda like the look of the smaller hsts anyway.
I am loving your Doc! Perfect for some red, white and blue decorating!!
Posted by: Linda | May 22, 2012 at 05:19 AM
I like the look, too! Cheers for creativity and consideration that gives your Doc Schnibbles a stellar look of its own!
As you know in the last year, I've made several small quilts and only one larger quilt. My family and friends have more wall and table space than they have beds and we're all enjoying making seasonal changes with the little quilts. Besides, little quilts can more easily be quilted by machine at home or even by hand.
How is Grandpa doing? Did you get the flowers planted at his cottage?
Hugs!
Posted by: Barbara Anne | May 22, 2012 at 05:24 AM
Oh so cute - I want to make one too - but have just too many unfinished projects at the moment - perhaps in the fall.
Posted by: CarlaHR | May 22, 2012 at 06:27 AM
You did good! It is lovely.
Posted by: sillysally | May 22, 2012 at 07:34 AM
Very nice Nicole...We all better get busy and get our started. You keep us inspired and motivated. Thanks....
Posted by: Patt Anderson | May 22, 2012 at 07:53 AM
Your Four is a good size since it is one of the larger Schnibbles I've made. I just posted mine today. Such a fun one to make!! Love your fabric choices!
Posted by: Mary Flynn | May 22, 2012 at 08:05 AM
Looks like the Doc makes house calls, Nicole! How adorable - I need to get going on mine!
Cheers!
Posted by: Candace | May 22, 2012 at 08:26 AM
Your Doc is looking good!
Posted by: Leah | May 22, 2012 at 08:30 AM
One of my favorite block patterns, Card Trick. That just happens to be my guild's block of the month for June. I love your schnibbles.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | May 22, 2012 at 09:06 AM
It is perfectly perfect! Yeah!!!
Posted by: Sinta | May 22, 2012 at 10:13 AM
Me too! ;p
Posted by: ina | May 22, 2012 at 12:46 PM
I thought you must have had a little accident of some kind by seeing the blog post title. But now, I get it.
Posted by: Karen Beigh | May 22, 2012 at 01:30 PM
Love the patriotic colors and also the smaller size!!!
Posted by: Bari Jo | May 22, 2012 at 02:03 PM
Love your Doc!! I really enjoy table toppers so always like seeing a new idea!! Just a quick question - where is the best place for me to order my Schnibbles patterns?? Thanks so much - and I look forward each day to your blog!!
Posted by: Jane Eilderts | May 23, 2012 at 05:14 PM
love your choice of fabrics for this quilt, adorable.
love the hst
Kathie
Posted by: kathie | May 25, 2012 at 01:21 AM