Quilt Blocks, Dishcloths, and Felting

 
 

Here are the fruits of the March Quilt Block Swap, in which I was lucky enough to be partnered with Kristin, who created the whole thing. (She’s also the inventive mind behind Craft Leftovers.)

Kristin’s block theme is “Buttons.” Mine is “Tiki Paradise.” I really love that vintagey tropical fabric she used on mine. If you want a good excuse to brush up on your quilting skills, this swap is a great place to do it.

Kristin also sent along one of her crocheted dishcloths. (You can find the pattern for these here, or get them ready-made here, by the way.) I didn’t want to use it at first, because it’s so pretty, but then Kristin explained that it’s crocheted from a mix of wool and cotton yarns, so it would partially felt when I used it.

I admit that I hemmed and hawed all week long, but yesterday, too intrigued by the whole felting thing, finally took the plunge. Here’s photographic evidence, Kristin – I finally used it! It feels great in the hand, and gets dishes clean. And it’s felting up nicely.

. . . Anytime I can combine household chores and crafting, that’s a good day.