Wednesday, 9 February 2011

Kodiak Star

The traditional design in the center of today's block is a Northern Star. Kodiak, Alaska is north to most everyone. Actually, Kodiak is only a few degrees farther from the equator than our town is. Like us they get long, dark winters, mild summers, and buckets of rain. Just like Harrogate, Kodiak has only one cinema. Fried fish is as popular there as here. Both towns had heavy growth in the 1800's, and now dream of former glory. Of course, you're not likely to run into a bear or an elk on the streets of Harrogate. But we do see our fair share of foxes. I had templates for the triangles in this block, but guessed at the size and shape of the long, thin pieces. If I were to make it again, I'd have the yellow striped fabric run crosswise. It's more forgiving that way.

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