Round Robin Border #7 By Carrie

Carrie from Crickets Studio is up for border #7 to the Round Robin!!

What do you think? Doesn’t it fit right in with the rest? I love it!!

Thanks CARRIE!!

Before heading off to the sewing room to whip the borders up, here is a bit about Carrie

Hi there! I’m Carrie Graziano of Crickets Studio, and I basically love to create and make EVERYTHING! That’s why I opened my studio back in 1993, so I could show others how to do the crazy stuff that I think up! I’m a published author of decorative painting books and magazine articles, and before my kids came along I traveled around the US teaching cool students all about my art.

I’m also an avid photographer and scrap booker, having been in the scrapbooking business now for 10 years. To “relax” my husband bought me a sewing machine in 1995, and well, I haven’t stopped quilting yet. I did take a short break when my daughter (she’s almost 7) and my son (he’s almost 3) were born. I’ve been back for about a year now with needle in hand and ready to go!

My blog is fairly new, and I’m venturing out into the online world of quilt blogging and designing. Although I have taught quilting classes in my studio, “teaching” via a blog is a whole new world for me. Check out my blog for my new Tips & Tricks Quilt Along that just started this month. It’s the perfect follow up to Becky’s Round Robin…. it’s a monthly class where at year-end we’ll have a lovely sampler quilt top, and some new techniques and tips under our belt, too! I hope to have more tutorials and another faster-paced quilt along up soon.

So enjoy the fun side borders I’ve designed, feel free to pop questions to me. Remember to enjoy the journey!

~ Carrie

What’s Carrie up to now?

She Plays along with Block Lotto –

Quilts

 

She even has a Tips & Tricks Block of the Month!!!

Clickety Click here for Cricket Studio Blog

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[Materials Needed For Border #7]

• Fabric: Coordinating fabric and optional scraps
• Tools: Rotary cutter, cutting mat, ruler, sewing machine
• Thread: Matching or contrasting
• Extras: Pins, iron, marking tools (optional)

Tips & Tricks for Border #7

Measure Twice, Cut Once – Double-check your measurements before cutting to keep everything even and aligned.

Consistent Seam Allowance – Stick to a ¼” seam to ensure your border fits perfectly with the previous rows.

Press as You Go – Press seams open or to one side to reduce bulk and keep your quilt top laying flat.

Color Balance – Choose fabrics that enhance the overall quilt—mix prints and solids for contrast.

Pin for Precision – Pin at key points, especially where seams meet, to keep everything lined up neatly.

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For The Last Giveaway Carrie Has Offered Up A

CHARM PACK OF PURE FROM MODA!!

To ENTER The Drawing Post Your PHOTO HERE

~ The Winer For The Kit By Beth Is ~

METZCAT!!

Now, instead of leaving you all hanging…thinking this is the last date on the sidebar– is this how we are ending it all? Nope…..I have something in store, but of course you will have to have a bit of patience. It will be shared in 2 weeks on February 7th. Monday. OK? Well, it will have to be cause it ain’t coming any sooner than that. So.

Everyone get your quilt going!!! You just have to post a photo of your progress to be entered into the drawing. You DON’t have to be up to the border we are on right now!!! So, get your machine turned on and your fabric picked out and get to it!!! Like. Now. Um. Yea.

Up tomorrow– Trunk Show Tuesday!!!

~ Schedule & Links ~

Share Your Photos – New photos get you entered to win.

October 11 – Center Block {check the page scaling – fit to page – so it will print correctly}

October 25 – Joan

November 8 – Molly

November 22 – Reeze

December 13 – Donnely

December 27 – Ros

January 10 – Beth

January 24 – Carrie

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{Complete The Quilt Here}

• Patchwork Round Robin Center Block
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #1 By Joan
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #2 By Molly
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #3 By Reeze 
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #4 By Patchwork Posse
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #5 By Ros
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #6 By Beth
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #7 By Carrie 
• Patchwork Round Robin Border #8 And Finishing Up
• Patchwork Round Robin Completed Plus A Winner!!

FAQ’S Of Border #7

What skill level is needed for Border #7?

Border #7 is great for confident beginners and up! Basic piecing skills will help, but the tutorial includes tips to guide you through.

What fabric colors work best for this border?

Choose colors that complement your center block and previous borders. A mix of solids and prints can add contrast and interest.

Can I use scraps for border #7?

Absolutely! Scrappy borders add charm and uniqueness to your quilt—just be sure to balance colors and patterns.

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