I'm Daring to Dresden - Day 5

Welcome!
I hope you've been enjoying every stop on this inspiring blog hop.  I've been amazed to see just how versatile this traditional block is.
 
Huge thank you's to cheerleader Christine and head cheerleader,
 Madame Samm, for all their work behind the scenes that make these hops possible.  Brilliantly done, ladies!
 
I decided to try a few different ideas for my own "Dare to Dresden" project.  I made a huge dresden (it's 38" in diameter!  :o)...to serve as a table cloth on our kitchen table. 
 
 
I made blades using 8 different fabrics combined with blades using quilter's linen.  Then I took my scraps from cutting out those blades, pieced them together and inserted them randomly into some quilter's linen blades.
 
Loving that stripey binding... even if it was more work to make sure I matched those stripes when piecing it! lol
 
 
I also thought it would be more interesting to play around with the grouping of my blades - in some places I put 3 blades made from strips together, interspersed with scrappy blades.  My idea was to make your eye keep moving and not find the layout too predictable.  Do you think I accomplished that? lol... 
 
 
Here's a collage where you can see my scrappy blades better as well the texture I achieved by using wavy line quilting. 
 
 
I had so much fun creating my kitchen table dresden and it really perks the room up with those happy colours.  Hopefully my project will inspire you to "Dare to Dresden"!
 
Thanks for visiting, hope to see you again. Now please go say hello to these lovely ladies who are also sharing their dresdens with us today...
 
 
January 30th, 2013

Charlotte H @ “that Other Blog”

It Seems to be Sew

Merry Gay in Stitches

Water Penny

Granny Good Stuff

Under the Presser Foot

More Stars in Comanche

Sew Me Something Good (you're here!)

The Day Before This Day
 
Farm Road
 
Livin' Blue Quilter
 
I Piece 2 Mary

Espritpatch



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Comments

  1. AnitaJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Love your Dresden and choice of colors! Perfect :)

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  2. Judy BJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    Love your big Dresden table cloth! Wonderful and different layout. Thank you for sharing

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  3. Canadian AbroadJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    Seriously good Dresden, Katherine. Love the innovative way you mixed it up.

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  4. AnnieJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    You also dared to be different! Your dresden looks wonderful, Katherine. Well done!

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  5. LanaJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Wow! that was a huge project! I love the idea of making a table cloth...and those colors!!! GREAT JOB!

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  6. Sunshine GirlJanuary 29, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Great table cloth - love all the colours and the way you have interspersed them in different sized groups - very nice. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. NatiJanuary 29, 2013 at 11:27 PM

    It is gorgeous. I have been thinking of making a little table cloth for my coffee table and I wanted it to be round for the rectangular table, you just convinced me dresden it it! Did you make the ends of the blades round or just straight? Love it!

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  8. SparkyJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:22 AM

    HI Katherine...welll look at how many are up before me...how surprising to see we all think you always dare us to be awed....wow...this is lovely...I kept looking at your dresden and thinking...oh wow...this is WOW

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  9. FrederikaJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Lovely. I like the fabrics

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  10. MajaJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:54 AM

    I love the way you "play" with me who looks at your work.
    I must keep on looking to see how you made it :-)
    So nice and funny tablecloth!
    Thanks for sharing.

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  11. TheresaJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:02 AM

    oh wow that is a wonderful Dresden Katherine.

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  12. Patty C.January 30, 2013 at 1:55 AM

    Oh My Word - How awesome is that HUGE Dresden piece - love it !!!!

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  13. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:43 AM

    Katherine your use of Quilter's Linen to offset the bright joyful colors is simply wonderful - I love the combination. blessings, marlene

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  14. JeanieJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    Love your fabrics and your gray background! The little connectors are great additions. Thanks for sharing!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    I will love to try this block. Did you piece the stratas and then cut with the dresden blade ruler? Congrats on a great design.

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  16. DiannJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:22 AM

    Very pretty Dresden tablecloth.

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  17. linynpJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    Fabulous! Ok now I've got to make me one of those!!!!

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  18. CalicojoanJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    Wow what a treat to the eyes. Love your little scrappy strips in between the blades!

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  19. Sowing StitchesJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    This makes me wish I had my grandmother's giant round kitchen table! :)

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  20. WendyJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    it's lovely! I love the pieced blades. and the fabric, but you knew I would!

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  21. SuzeJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:56 AM

    You certainly accomplished your goal to keep my eyes moving. I love your choice of colors and the stripey binding. The quilt is very interesting as well as beautiful and useful. It had to be very time consuming. Thanks very much for participating and giving us yet another fresh look at the Dresden plate.

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  22. Quilter KathyJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:58 AM

    OMG...this is my most favorite and creative Dresden on the hop! Love your colours, your original design...great job!

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  23. Marjorie's Busy CornerJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:59 AM

    Beautiful! great idea to do this with it

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  24. MommarockJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:12 AM

    Oh this is SUCH a great idea! I have three round tables in my living room, and they would love to have something like this on them... hmmmm. Did you have a huge ruler, or did you make your own??

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  25. Barb NeiwertJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:13 AM

    Oh, what a nice Dresden design, and very interesting to add the random touches between the blades. You'll enjoy this to brighten your room!

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  26. LindaJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    That makes a gorgeous table cover!!! I love it!

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  27. InGaJanuary 30, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    Just lovely!!
    Regards from Skåne.

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  28. ThearicaJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    Your tabletopper is fantastic! I love how you staggered the pieces... and kept it from being so uniform..

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  29. Carol SwiftJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    You are so creative...it's beautiful! I love the randomness of the blades, the colors, and the design. You are so amazing (but I already knew that!)

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  30. JudyCinNCJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    I must say this has been one of the most inspirational blog hops. Your beautiful and colorful table top gives me an idea, of course, and I really do like the randomness of the "connecting" blades. Great work and thanks from Judy C.

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  31. sew.darn.quiltJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    Now that's a statement! Gorgeous dresden :)

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  32. GillJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:32 AM

    Stunning!
    I love it!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  33. Christine LJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    OH MY GOSH!!! I LOVE IT! I am going to have to make one for my Kitchen table..(it's Round too) Thank you for inspiring! and I love the bit of wonky to it all! Hugs and Happy Hoppin'... So happy you participated!!

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  34. TammyJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    oh my that is absolutely amazeing and very different. You not only dared but you over acheived....lol..Just teasing that is gorgeous though and I know it had to have been some hard hard work to get those reseults.
    conn_and_vans_mom(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  35. ✄ Erin @ Sew at Home Mummy ✄January 30, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    VERY beautiful! Love it! Thank you for sharing with us!

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  36. Vicki HJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    WOW! Your creativity astounds me. Thanks for sharing.

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  37. CarolineJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    Yesterday I was wowed by the teeny-tine dresdens. Today you've got the SUPER dresden! They are all so impressive. Good job! I love the interspersed bits on the linen.

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  38. Agnes B. BullockJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    Gorgeous! What a lucky table!

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  39. JoyceJanuary 30, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Beautiful Katherine...like everything you do!

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  40. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    That is a wonderful giant dresden and a great table topper. Love that binding too.

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  41. The Slow QuilterJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Simply amazing. The thought and creativity that you created is just wonderful.

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  42. Joyce CarterJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Wow! How cool is this! You did a fantastic job and you are so creative.Thank you so much for sharing.

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  43. Kathy HJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    That turned out to be a wonderful table topper.

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  44. VickieJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Love it ! It reminds me of a wagon wheel.

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  45. Needled MomJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    That is beautiful and I love the fabrics you used.

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  46. Kathy @ Kwilty PleasuresJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Lovin your scrappy Dresden! Great job!

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  47. Amy, a redeemed sheepJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    It's glorious!!!

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  48. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Katherine-I love your table cloth. You have given me "food for thought" as I have a round table, but had not thought of making a table cloth until I saw your blog. I love cotton table cloths, but the store bought ones frequently end up being too long. And what a perfect way to use scraps. From CA, thanks for sharing.

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  49. LisaJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    You must have a big round table too! I love round tablecloths and yours is gorgeous!

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  50. Livin' Blue QuilterJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Wow, wonderful piece. Colors are bright and cheerful. Thanks for sharing. Robin

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  51. PattyJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    I LIKE that! Now I know how to finish some of my blocks.

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  52. JulieJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Beautifully done! What size ruler did you use? I would like to make a large one for a table top too.

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  53. Britt-IngerJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Your Dresden table cloth is stunning . I love the scrappy look
    Thanks for sharing your creativity

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  54. suemacJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    So modern looking and cheerful.

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  55. Vicki BJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    wonderful dresden! I love the dresden design and yours is fresh and appealing. Definitely eye candy!

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  56. java divaJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Absolutely love this.

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  57. Kim WestJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    what an awesome quilt! Love it!

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  58. Farm Road QuiltsJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    sew modern and fun!

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  59. WendyJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Your dresden is stunning! Very modern and I love it!

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  60. gpcJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    What a great Dresden -- and what a wonderful use for it, where you can enjoy it every day. Love it!

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  61. charlotteJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    I love it! And it definitely keeps your eye moving. I kept looking for a pattern. Success!

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  62. DeAnna January 30, 2013 at 12:26 PM

    Very pretty! Your design is awesome. The scrap pieces look like they are connecting the blades. Great effect!

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  63. tubilinha tiacarminhaJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Assunto SÉRIO este seu trabalho,parabéns.

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  64. MichelleJanuary 30, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    Love your dresden, lovely fabrics! Thanks for sharing!

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  65. Just Quilt ItJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Oh, how cute! You must have used a 10 degree ruler? I love the fabrics and the way it does keep your eyes moving.

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  66. LJJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Not predictable but very engaging. I love the size and also that stripey binding.

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  67. LeahJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    wow! Stunning, love those fabrics.

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  68. lefuntzJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    I love the randomness of your layout and piecing. That binding is a nice finishing touch too.

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  69. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    wow Katherine, I love your dresden.
    Fantastic pattern and fabrics, thanks for sharong.
    Liebe Grüße
    Bente

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  70. Sarah CorreaJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    absolutely wonderful! Love it!

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  71. Michelle May-The Raspberry RabbitsJanuary 30, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    Oh how pretty! I love it!

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  72. Rosemary B❤️January 30, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Rosemary B here:
    this is beautiffffical.
    I love all of the fabrics and I have some of that in the middle heehee love that.
    I think this is a marvy project thank you for sharing it

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  73. Ellie QJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    Looks great! It's fun to give Dresdens a modern spin, isn't it? I'm planning my next dresden to be a tree skirt for next Christmas, about as big as yours.

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  74. Jodi - usairdollJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    You did an amazing job! Your table topper is gorgeous! Great choice of fabrics and love the design you made. Thanks for sharing it with us, awesome job!

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

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  75. VickiTJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    Very pretty. That would be a great tablecloth to have.

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  76. OhioLoriJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    What an Awesome & creative idea!! Love your Tablecloth!!!

    Thanks for sharing!! :)

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  77. Gina LoomisJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:27 PM

    I absolutely love it! It's beautiful and the quilting is fantastic! Thanks for participating and inspiring us!

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  78. CeciliaJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    Beautiful! That would look great on my table. :-) Thanks for sharing.

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  79. Jane's QuiltingJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    I love your large Dresden, what great fabric choices you made.

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  80. Quilt n QueenJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Simply stunning Katherine, luv it, thanks for sharing. Happy stitching, Pauline

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  81. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsJanuary 31, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Wow, your work just blows me away! I love that so much!

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  82. Mary E. StephensJanuary 31, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    I like the idea of a big Dresden tablecloth. Good job on this. It has a lot of motion and is cheerful. :-)

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  83. carlaJanuary 31, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Hi!!! WOW!! Stunning!!! Awesome!!! Amazing!!!! I am sure it would brighten any room!!! Does keep the eyes moving!!! I am inspired for sure!!! Thank You

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  84. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleJanuary 31, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    Great choice to change it up! It is terrific.

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  85. MoeWestJanuary 31, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Now that is one BIG Dresden! It's a lovely table cloth.

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  86. NikitaJanuary 31, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    too cool.. love it.

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  87. ScrapatchesJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:42 PM

    This must really brighten your table. Very modern and striking. Thanks for sharing.

    Thanks also for stopping by my blog and leaving a kind comment ... :) Pat

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  88. MaraFebruary 1, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    You re-used the scraps that you cut off? If so that's great, it's one reason why I haven't made dresdens it I don't like the waste.

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  89. evelynFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    This just looks like it was so much fun to make. Great use of scraps. Hm, I bought a very large dresden rules, this could be just the thing.

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