When I got back to the starting point, I marked a point 1.25 inches from the center for the next round. I used pins to locate those points since markers didn't show on all the different fabrics. {The distance was a random length that looked good to me on these spiderwebs.
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| Marking endpoints for point to point quilting on a Spiderweb quilt. |
For the third round, I used the same distance and marked it from the outer rim of the spiderweb.
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| Marking the endpoints of the third round of quilting on the Spiderweb quilt |
Using the same distance meant I didn't have to change the ruler and risk messing up the second and third rows.
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| Spiderwebs with three rows of quilting |
I simply imagined gentle curves between consecutive points. Each round has a slightly different curve; in fact, each curve is slightly different because they aren't marked.
By planning where to start I was able to sew all these rounds from web to web without breaks. Hooray! Only two pairs of threads to bury.
We recently spent a weekend on Catalina Island. I've always wanted to see the flying fish so DH arranged an evening boat ride. That was the highlight. But Catalina has so much more, especially if you like beach life. The water is beautifully clear and there are two marked areas to swim and snorkel. Loads of sea life on view.
By planning where to start I was able to sew all these rounds from web to web without breaks. Hooray! Only two pairs of threads to bury.
We recently spent a weekend on Catalina Island. I've always wanted to see the flying fish so DH arranged an evening boat ride. That was the highlight. But Catalina has so much more, especially if you like beach life. The water is beautifully clear and there are two marked areas to swim and snorkel. Loads of sea life on view.
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| Views of Avalon bay on Catalina Island and Zane Grey's house |
Zane Grey, a Western writer, had a home here which is now being converted to a hotel. The Casino {which they carefully explain means 'gathering place' not 'gambling'} is visible in the lower left photo above. The entrance has wonderful aquatic murals.
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| Murals at the entrance to the Casino, Catalina Island |
The Nature Conservancy encompasses most of the island and includes the Airport in the Sky, a landing field for prop planes.
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| Airport in the Sky, Catalina Island |
The Channel Islands have a five-pound native fox. Two of them posed for photos: one at the airport {no, I didn't feed him} and the other resting along the roadside {at the narrowest point, of course.}
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| Two native foxes and a buffalo seen during a tour of Catalina Island |
Additionally, the Conservancy supports a small herd of bison brought to the island for a film in the 1920's.
The critical issue on all the Channel Islands is the lack of water. The drought that encompasses most of California is particularly acute here. All restaurants are required to sell bottled water {imported from the mainland} rather than serve water in a glass. As of September, they must use disposable dishes. The toilets everywhere use salt water to flush. Very smart. But the faucets and shower heads in our hotel seemed to have no restrictors.
Only a few cars are allowed on the island; it takes about 14 years to get a permit. Most people get around via bus, bicycle, walking or one of the 1100 golf carts. The air was so clear that walking was a pleasure.
The ferry sailed past Point Fermin lighthouse on our way to the island but DH arranged a helicopter ride back as a special treat. What a great birthday.
The critical issue on all the Channel Islands is the lack of water. The drought that encompasses most of California is particularly acute here. All restaurants are required to sell bottled water {imported from the mainland} rather than serve water in a glass. As of September, they must use disposable dishes. The toilets everywhere use salt water to flush. Very smart. But the faucets and shower heads in our hotel seemed to have no restrictors.
Only a few cars are allowed on the island; it takes about 14 years to get a permit. Most people get around via bus, bicycle, walking or one of the 1100 golf carts. The air was so clear that walking was a pleasure.
The ferry sailed past Point Fermin lighthouse on our way to the island but DH arranged a helicopter ride back as a special treat. What a great birthday.
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| Ferry to Catalina Island passes Point Fermin lighthouse. Newport Beach from the helicopter. |
If you're in the Bay Area this weekend find time to visit Sherri Lynn Wood's newest exhibit, Afterlife. She's created a series of quilts using recycled materials.
Enjoy the day, Ann