I found a cool ruler!

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That would be the Hex N More ruler by Julie Herman at Jaybird Quilts. I don't buy specialty rulers often/ever but I couldn't resist this one. I used it to make the quilt below for a great-neice for Christmas. This little girl is 6 (or 7?) and I think it's perfect! Nice for her now but graphic enough to grow up with her.

(NOTE: be sure to read all the way to the end of this post…)


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I used the Bubbly Circles fabric with the solids. It goes with everything and the texture is nice. 


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This is a variation of a pattern from Jaybird Quilts called Science Fair. I cut my strips wider (2 3/4") and I added simple applique in the center of most of the big hexes. I may need to make this more than once – the pattern is fast, graphic, and full of different design possibilities. 

I've ordered the two patterns below to go with the Hex N More Ruler that is already on the Piece O' Cake site. The patterns should be here in a couple of weeks.


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NorthernLights-Pattern_Cover_Web

I think both of these quilt patterns are interesting on their own – but either would be good with some applique! Maybe a little, maybe a lot of applique…

I only used most of the 'darker' hexes in the quilt I made and I have no plan in mind for the remaining light hexes so I'm raffling them off. If you would like them, leave a comment on this post. I'll do a randomized drawing Monday morning. Here's what might be yours:


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Good luck!

PS – Don't forget to bid on your favorite Celebrity quilt on the AAQI bidding page. Click here.


 

53 thoughts on “I found a cool ruler!”

  6. Just picked this ruler up this weekend, unfortunately they did not have any patterns yet. I think it will be fun to experiment making different shapes and combinations. Thanks for the chance to win some blocks to start.

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  10. I have bought some rulers over the years but still have not used them :/
    Maybe it is time to drag them out & have a go.
    Would love to win these scraps & incorporate them into something nice.
    Cheers
    Lush
    London, UK

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  12. Becky, these hexies bring so many ideas to mind. Your quilt for your great-niece is going to be loved and used for many years to come.

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  13. Nice quilt Becky. I like how you added applique to the hexes centers. If I won, I would provide a good home for your hexes in New England!

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  22. It’s high time I did another hex quilt and those bits and pieces would be a great starting place! Love the one you made
    Kathryn Hailey
    Canberra, Australia

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  29. I love hexies, no matter what method is used! Such a bunch of pretty pretty colors too! I have a special use in mind if I should be so lucky as to win these! Thank you for having such a generous prize!

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  37. Yum…..I love leftovers. Totally wanting to make more contemporary quilts so my daughter and a DIL will want my quilts when I’m gone. I love the idea of using applique on more graphic backgrounds. Fingers crossed.

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  39. Never have done a hex quilt. I would like to try it — I especially liked yours for your niece; it’s vibrant and colorful, along with being contemparary (sp?). I would also love to have the ruler. If I don’t win, I may just have to buy one for myself!! Thanks!

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  49. I have a daughter who loves anything hexie…she is a math teacher…..it just works. Anyway she would be over the moon if I got your hexies and with that head start could get a quilt made for her. Kristy in Ohio

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