Scrappiness Is Happiness And I Found The Missing Critter! + A Bit More!

When Sloan, the self-proclaimed quilting extraordinaire, steps onto the screen in her latest video, you know you're in for a treat. In this episode, she takes us on a whimsical journey through her collection of fabric critters and shares her thoughts on color placement for her next block. Brace yourself for some serious quilting magic!

The Critter Parade

Sloan proudly showcases her fabric critters that she has carefully positioned on her porch swing. Each critter has its place, adding a touch of playfulness to her quilt. However, she sheepishly admits that she accidentally left out Mr. Crabby, the cheeky crab, in her previous video. Fear not, dear viewers, for Sloan has rectified this critical situation by placing Mr. Crabby amongst his fellow critters. Balance has been restored!

But Sloan's creativity doesn't stop there. She demonstrates the power of visual appeal by ingeniously adding extra fabric discs behind her butterfly critters. This simple trick makes them appear to float and allows them to stand out from the background. It's amazing what a dash of extra fabric can do!

Sloan, ever the perfectionist, contemplates making her quilt longer to accommodate all the critters. After all, who doesn't want more adorable creatures gracing their quilt? But today is a special day -- it's "scrappiness is happiness" day. Will the critters be replaced with a new display related to the theme? It's a tough decision.

Enter the Scrappiness

Sloan ponders the idea of a new display to celebrate the essence of scrappiness. The possibilities are endless, but she doesn't want to let go of her current arrangement just yet. Its visual appeal and the motivation it provides to work on the sashings make it hard to part ways.

After much contemplation, Sloan decides to take the critters down temporarily, leaving the door open to put them back up if more critters arrive. It's a bittersweet moment. She bids adieu to her critter companions but remains optimistic about the future.

Color becomes the focal point of her next decision. Sloan contemplates using aqua, pale pink, or white squares in her quilt. These colors dance in her mind, each vying for its chance to shine. But alas, other sewing projects beckon her attention, and she puts the decision on hold for now. Sometimes, it's the unfinished projects that demand our focus.

A Quilter's Energy Boost

Before delving into the next block, Sloan proudly sports her "super quilter" shirt. A true artist needs all the positive energy she can get. And speaking of positive energy, Sloan takes a moment to express her gratitude to everyone who participated in the "quilters stand for Ukraine" fundraiser. Together, they raised an astounding $238,468.21 for UNICEF, providing much-needed support to the children of Ukraine. The ongoing struggles in the country weigh heavy on Sloan's heart, and she reaffirms her unwavering support for the people there.

With her energy bolstered, Sloan moves on to discuss the next block in her series, aptly named "scrappiness is happiness." Though she feels a tinge of sadness about taking down the critters, she assures viewers that they will find their place once again. The aqua fabric she has been using for the quilt has captured her heart, and the excitement to finish it grows with every stitch.

As Sloan counts the blocks she has completed, she realizes that a twelve by twelve arrangement is necessary to achieve her desired quilt size of 90 by 90 inches. It's a daunting task, but she is resolute in her mission. The finish line may be far away, but Sloan is determined to cross it and bring her vision to life.

In a final grand gesture, Sloan showcases her critters one last time. Their vibrant colors and whimsical charm imbue her with a renewed sense of excitement. The journey of the scrappiness is happiness quilt is far from over, and Sloan can't wait to dive back in, needle in hand.

And just like that, Sloan's quilting escapade comes to a close. But fear not, dear viewers, for there will always be another episode filled with vibrant fabrics, creative choices, and the invigorating hum of a sewing machine. Until next time, may your quilting adventures be as colorful and exciting as Sloan's!