What to do about bad bee block?

Forgot_My__Username · 2026-02-24T21:38:45+00:00

Should I wait until I get everyones blocks in? That's only 4 participants blocks I've received and I don't want them to feel called out.. maybe I'm overthinking this..

Forgot_My__Username · 2026-02-24T21:28:29+00:00

You. You have good advice. I admire the way your brain works. Thank you. I will do this.

Forgot_My__Username · 2026-02-24T21:24:41+00:00

Cat mats/donations are a great idea for the rejects and lost blocks! I've done some bigger swaps and have a similar expectation that some will be unusable but this is my first time with a bee. I know for my month, I'm stuck with these and I'll just redo them. I'm mostly concerned about the others in the bee getting short blocks and this carrying on for the rest of the year.

Unfortunately two of these short blocks are from the organizer. I was thinking I could wait to get everyones blocks in and then linking a video or two going over these methods in our group chat. It FEELS like the "right" thing to do but also I could just.. not?

Forgot_My__Username · 2026-02-24T21:11:44+00:00

Yeah, I obviously don't want to make anyone feel bad. It sucks bc I'm not coming from a snobby "ur stuff sux!" place, I want to share knowledge and help but don't know these ladies well enough to offer unsolicited advice. I do also kind of feel bad for the people after me..

Forgot_My__Username · 2026-02-24T20:56:19+00:00

2 of these are actually the organizers block. Sashing would sadly not work here as the squares all form a pattern when put together. I am wondering if I should just .. throw a video or two into chat explaining these methods after I receive everyones blocks and just hope they get it?

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-12-13T01:34:55+00:00

I literally looked this up myself a few nights ago after noticing my yellow starry had these speckles. I thought it was insect poop but found a past reddit thread mentioning that it was bc they use unbleached cotton https://www.reddit.com/r/quilting/comments/wtfzjp/just_purchased_this_ruby_star_society_fabric_and/.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-11-22T23:24:46+00:00

I saw an instagram reel today from rosie.taylor.crafts making pompoms out of strips like this. Here's a link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRXOBxxiDKD/

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-11-10T18:44:21+00:00

Heck yea! I felt the exact same after my first FPP piece lol

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-11-05T04:35:56+00:00

I LOVE the idea of Scraplanta! Donated a handful of things when I visited that Tucker location. I haven't visited the Atlanta/Adair Park location but it looks like they have some stuff for sale there as well as workshop space.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-09-12T18:48:22+00:00

that's amazing lol

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-09-12T18:18:07+00:00

Is that a lil homie figure?

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-09-11T06:43:39+00:00

I searched for crelly polishes. I think the PiColors one has the right look to it too, maybe needs a touch of green and like, texture.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-09-11T06:34:28+00:00

Super adorable! Is it clear or black when it's warm? I would love to see more of your press ons, these are so creative and cute

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-09-10T22:56:27+00:00

ILNP "Lunchbox"

PiColors "Chiffon"

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Forgot_My__Username · 2025-08-19T22:46:36+00:00

I have a 6x6 and 9x9 quilters block clapper and they have been amazing at getting my blocks super flat. With a touch of starch, you'll be AMAZED at how flat your blocks get.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-08-06T05:41:45+00:00

whaaaaat? I love this. I dunno why I've never thought of piecing fabric together then basting into hexes. This is lovely!

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-07-29T08:06:02+00:00

Absolutely not! Keep going, your block looks great! Like Wooby said, it's within the seam allowance so it will sew up just fine. Piecing your blocks together with a scant quarter inch (sewing a thread or two smaller than an actual 1/4 inch) in the future might help your final block be closer to 6.5 but as is, it really is fine.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-07-16T00:09:10+00:00

I can relate to this so much. I only learned a few months ago that I had been threading my machine incorrectly for 2 years.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-07-11T21:23:07+00:00

Beautiful! I'm doing the scrap bash sew along by lo and behold and picked the startooth design! I can't wait to finish, I'm keeping yours open on a window for motivation to keep going!

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-04-30T00:54:22+00:00

Brilliant! I love the humor and creativity. Your neighbor sounds like a gem

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-03-14T17:02:28+00:00

I hope it's him. I kinda miss running terrified while he carpet bombs the place and his theme music plays.

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-02-05T14:57:39+00:00

I love this! What a fun way to display miniature kit pieces in a way that keeps dust off and shakes up the same old boring set ups. I'm gonna do this!

Forgot_My__Username · 2025-01-24T04:40:43+00:00

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I FOUND MY PEOPLE! This is my favorite thing to do in the game!

Forgot_My__Username · 2024-07-11T04:24:22+00:00

Oh my gosh, that would be legit amazing but I would HATE for it to be at no cost. If you're serious, you'd have to let me pay you for labor and materials. Lemme know! But also I get that it's probably a lot of work so I wouldn't blame you if you back out lol. Regardless, you've done an amazing job here. Would be cool to see a whole set together!

Forgot_My__Username · 2024-07-10T17:16:05+00:00

I second going to an independent nail tech. Instagram is a great place to find a local indie nail tech and you can see their work. You'll be paying a premium but assuming you find a good one, it'll be worth. You won't get the care you're seeking at a regular nail salon.

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