Friday, February 20, 2015

I Just Wasn't Feeling That Cake At All

I tried to like that other cake, really I did! I didn't hate it, but I just wasn't feeling the fabrics.
Staring at it, thinking about it and walking away from it didn't help.
Even my daughter said it "didn't look like something I would make."
Sometimes using fabric from my stash works out, sometimes not.

So...it had to go. I may still do something with it later.


Anyway...

I switched it up and decided I needed to sew something that made me feel good.
Black and red fabrics do that for me. So I'm using Moda's El Gallo now and I like it better.



I'm looking forward to making the other blocks.
Now it's time to move on and finish the Elephant Parade.
I'd love to hear what you have to say... at
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22 comments:

  1. Siouxzq64@gmail.comFebruary 20, 2015 at 11:09 AM

    Love your remade block, and the sewing machine too. Sometimes when you really don't love it you get bogged down. Shopping stash can be hard.

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  2. Amy at love made my homeFebruary 20, 2015 at 2:27 PM

    You have to go with what is right for you! xx

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  3. Lace FaerieFebruary 21, 2015 at 2:41 AM

    I must confess, I prefer the second cake. Love the sewing machine!

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  4. Gram999February 21, 2015 at 4:49 AM

    I'm going to start this quilt soon in red/black/grey/white, so I appreciated seeing your blocks. Love them. Great job.

    Barb

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  5. Thearica February 21, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    oohhh yeah!! Vanilla cake with strawberries and black berries!! Yummilicious!!

    I did a sew along last year and used black, white and red fabrics. it is a snowman quilt. I need to get that thing finished!

    I can't wait to see your quilt at the end of this sew along! It is going to be amazing!

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  6. JeanieFebruary 21, 2015 at 7:51 AM

    I really like both of the cakes but I understand when it just doesn't sit right with what you had in mind. Since this is a series of patterns, it's best to start off on the right foot. Love the sewing machine.... I may want to make a whole quilt with just machines. This BOM is just so cute!

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  7. MaryFebruary 21, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    I agree the second choice is much more striking. Good job!

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  8. krislovesfabricFebruary 21, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    I'm with Jeannie, I like both cakes :) Your sewing machine looks very elegant :)

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    I agree with you--I like the second cake and fabrics better. Glad you got out of your straight jacket :-)

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  10. MichelleFebruary 21, 2015 at 1:56 PM

    I think both are wonderful. I understand what you mean though. Something can be lovely and still not be you. For me, I like the second one just a bit better. Good fabric choices. Your sewing machine block looks 'fab'.

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  11. Lara B.February 21, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    Carol, I though the old block was great, but now that I see your new one, I love it's brighter and bolder look!

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  12. MicheleFebruary 21, 2015 at 4:20 PM

    I like the new palette better too.

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  13. Doris Rice, The Quilting QueenFebruary 21, 2015 at 6:54 PM

    I liked the old one just fine but the new one looks awesome! Glad it made you happy! Hard to go wrong with red and black!

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  14. barbara woodsFebruary 21, 2015 at 7:24 PM

    Like the new one better, love that sewing machine block

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  15. QuiltsmilesFebruary 22, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    You are spot on for this one. It does look so much better. Smiling because my mind immediately thought up a different post title for this like: El Gallo does the gâteau! Or gâteau by El Gallo! lol

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  16. RobinFebruary 22, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    love the colors of the 2nd cake much better and the sewing machine. Can't wait to get home so I can get these blocks made and my elephant one done too

    Robin in Washington State (AZ)
    assweetaspeaches hotmail

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  17. ElviraFebruary 22, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    Algunas veces se nos pone manía por algo que hacemos, pero sin razon pues las dos son bonitas Cada tarta es de diferente sabor
    Besos

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  18. CarlaFebruary 22, 2015 at 9:16 PM

    Well, I like them both! Any cake is good cake...

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  19. ChitterChatterDesignsFebruary 22, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    Kinda like the chocolate frosting Carol... looks good enough to eat to me! However, the red and black...well that is just yummy! Especially with that cute sewing machine. Hugs, ~Cori

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  20. CreateologyFebruary 23, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    Red Velvet cake is really catching my attention. However I do like the chocolate frosted cake too. Fun sewing machine block. It would make a great sewng machine cover. Creative Bliss Dear...

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  21. CorrieFebruary 23, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    Goodness you have been busy. Elephants and snapshots & Birds. I like both cakes. Your quilt will be striking. Have fun with it!

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  22. QuiltSueFebruary 28, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    I love the sewing machine, and whilst I quite liked the first cake, this one works better.

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