Halloween Eyes quilt block

A few days ago I was looking for a particular Halloween candy at the store when I saw this felt eyeball wreath.  I don’t like Halloween very much, but for some reason it made me smile.  Maybe it was the colors?  Then I went to a children’s activity and someone brought a pan of these adorable Rice Krispie treat monsters.  All these little eyes!  So when I was playing with fabric in my sewing room, I decided to experiment with a little Halloween eyes quilt block.

At least once a month I set aside time to just play with fabric.  Sometimes I’m following up on an idea, while other times I’m reaching for one.  Either way, it’s healthy and also rewarding.  I find inspiration and feel refreshed.  And then I go back to the project with a deadline.  But it sure is fun to play!  So play I did, until I had some long, skinny diamonds.

It wouldn’t be a Halloween eyes quilt block without making it obvious.  Although, it would be fun to play with this shape minus applique.  In this case I chose to add applique to finish the block.

I’m not sure which orientation I prefer.  Both are fun.  My family has been guessing what sort of creature they should belong to.  I have no idea!  What I do have, however, is two sketches in my notebook for different directions this could go.  I love the way creative exploration opens so many doors for future experiments.  And of course, my new journal cover makes cataloging ideas even more fun than usual!

My Halloween eyes theme didn’t end with a quilt block.  I made my favorite Chocolate Zucchini cake for a family party, and lots of little candy eyes found their way onto the cake.  It was a fun way to use our garden’s bounty with a simple nod to Halloween. I appreciate the blessing of small details and simple joys, especially in autumn.  Our world is so beautiful!