this is only a test

A test of hand piecing skills. The colors are more or less unintentional--it was whatever was on top in the scrap drawer. I didn't realize that yellow was quite so bright. This block has a bunch of points to match in the center, inset pieces, and curved seams, all of which are supposed to be a bit tricky. It didn't go so badly for a first try. The points in the center are not exact but they are pretty close. Close enough that I don't think you'd be able to tell if you were looking at an entire quilt made of this pattern. I hate to tackle inset seams by machine, but by hand they aren't bad at all. The curved seams weren't bad either, and I didn't cut off any of the star points. Not sure what that wrinkle is in the upper right just outside the circle... have to go back and check it. I am pleased, after struggling with quilting through two layers and batting, that my handsewing stitches are respectably tiny. I feel I can hold my head up in that regard. Someday I will piece a quilt top entirely by hand, with lots of curved seams and stars and sharp points. Someday... maybe right after I finish this

24 done out of 80 or 90 needed.