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RSC Week #15 Yellow continues from Grandma's Red Needle

First of all, as Chantal pointed out in my previous post, that I sewed three of the four bowtie blocks the wrong way! I was a bit cross-eyed after making all those blocks that day! lol Mistakes happen when we are tired.

I had to make them the right way, or else it had haunted me forever!

Here they are! Redone!

Thank you Chantal for pointing it out!

Yellow Scrap Jar blocks done

...and finally; Zipper blocks

The small yellow table topper has got a black border. I used a piece of ... well, not really 'ugly' fabric, but... a bit ...

added by Astrid 1 week, 6 days ago. under garden , keep the home fires burning , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscyellow , scraps

RSC Week #14 - Yellow for April from Grandma's Red Needle

HAPPY APRIL!

Easter came and went, I hope you all had some relaxing and nice days. For us, it was all normal days. In Norway, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Monday are all public holidays. None public holidays for Easter in Mauritius. I never get the feeling of Easter here, except seeing the odd chocolate Easter bunnies and Easter eggs in the supermarkets.

New month and new color!

Angela at SoScrappy has chosen YELLOW for April's RSC - Rainbow Scrap Challenge.

I don't know about you, but I prefer doing the RSC blocks the first week(s) in ...

added by Astrid 2 weeks, 6 days ago. under bom2024 , flimsy , keep the home fires burning , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscyellow , wips

Owl Quilt Block: Modern Twist on Tradition from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

In the world of quilting, every stitch tells a story. And what better way to piece that story together than a sampler quilt? Block Mania is the perfect way for you to get a wide variety of quilt blocks for free. Meet Snowy Owl Quilt block, my take on a modern whimsy owl. This block is the perfect addition to your quilting pattern archive that can add a dash of charm and a sprinkle of magic to your quilts.

Snowy Owl Quilt Block

Today, I am yet again joining in on this month’s Block Mania blog hop, where us ...

added by Elisabeth DeMoo 3 weeks, 3 days ago. under blog , free quilt pattern , quilt block mania , quilt blocks (Comments)

Cackling Stitches Blocks of the Month - April from Creatin' in the Sticks

It's April 1st
and time
for a new Cackling Stitches
Block of the Month,
for our
"Bona Lisa's Sweater Emporium"
quilt.

Joan at Mooosestash Quilting has the pattern for

Trick or Treat.

This is my version of the block.

Click on the link to her blog for the free pattern (Free the month of April).

This is the quilt:

Bona LIsa's Sweater Emporium

in 3 different colorways

50" x 74"

If you have missed any of the previous blocks you can click

HERE

for a page that has all the previous blocks listed and is up to ...

added by Carla 3 weeks, 4 days ago. under block of the month , cackling stitches , quilt blocks

Star and Cross Quilt Block / AccuQuilt from Patchwork Posse

Sewing up a quilt block can be really quite easy when you use a machine to cut the pieces.

Using the AccuQuilt cutting machine I am sharing the Star and Cross Quilt Block. It has quite a few pieces in the quilt block, but overall after the cutting is finished – it sews up pretty quickly.

Learn how to use the AccuQuilt machine along with your favorite fabrics to make your own quilt block – star and cross.

star and cross quilt block on the cutting table with the accuquilt fabric cutting machine

Are you ready to take your quilting to the next level with the help of the AccuQuilt cutting machine? If you’re a fan ...

added by Becky 1 month ago. under accuquilt , quilt blocks (Comments)

RSC Week #12 - Purple UFOs and Green Split-9s from Grandma's Red Needle

How did it happen it's weekend again?! I hope you all had a good and creative week.

The week started with more rain (as if that was a surprise!), but got better midweek. What's better staying warm and comfy inside playing with fabrics?! Purple and green, that is.

Not much playing with purple since all the blocks I needed to do are done. If you missed it, click here and here.

However, I did cut the backing for the two purple UFOs (from last year).

When I made the big quilt, I had enough purple to make a ...

added by Astrid 1 month ago. under apq ufo challenge 2024 , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscpurple , ufo challenge 2024 , wips

Block and Row Markers for Quilting from Patchwork Posse

Learn how to make simple block and row markers for your quilt blocks and rows. Before you complete your quilt, you’ll have pieces – blocks and rows that will need to be taken care of and tagged somehow.

These block and row markers are made with simple embroidery cards, washi tape and safety pins.

Perfect for taking on quilt retreats, cruises and classes. When you finish laying out a block you can use the quilt block marker so when you unpack later on – you know exactly what the block is or the row.

How to use the markers

These markers ...

added by Becky 1 month ago. under quilt blocks (Comments)

Any Bunny Need Ideas for Easter? from Made By Marney

Everywhere I go I’m seeing the cutest bunnies for Easter decorating. I found these at Walmart…cute and affordable.

For my front door, I made these moss bunny beauties from Dollar Tree items…

They were amazingly fun and easy to construct. I found this idea on Pinterest.

This is my fave paper pieced bunny block pattern… BUNNY WITH FLOWERS.

I’ve used this block in lots of projects. I love animals with flowers on their heads.

Here are some of my other bunny blocks…LOP EARED BUNNY

Here’s the same lop bunny with a bow… LOP BUNNY WITH ...

added by maryhertel 1 month, 1 week ago. under book , books , bunny block , bunny blocks , bunny pattern , bunny quilt , ducky blocks , easter bunny , easter bunny pattern , easter paper piece , easter paper piecing , farmhouse table runner , foundation piecing , juvenile quilts , paper piece , paper piece book , paper piece bunny , paper piece pattern , paper piece patterns , paper pieced animals , paper pieced blocks , paper pieced bunny , paper pieced pattern , paper pieced quilt patterns , paper pieced quilts , paper pieced table toppers , paper piecing , paper piecing book , paper piecing patterns , potholder , quilt block , quilt block patterns , quilt blocks , quilt patterns , quilting , quilting patterns (Comments)

RSC Week 11 - More Purple and Catch Up on Keep the Home Fires Burning from Grandma's Red Needle

Another week has passed. March is still 'PURPLE', meaning working with purple fabrics for the RSC (Rainbow Scrap Challenge 2024).

I've made the remaining 9-patches

for 'Keep the Home Fires Burning'

The pattern calls for 15 9-patches. I'm making them in RSC colors and may need another purple depending on the other upcoming colors.

A little progress on the purple quilt I mentioned in my previous post:

When I pulled it out, I had forgotten I made two quilts! Just a little pre-senile! lol Part of the backing for the big quilt is pieced, I just had to ...

added by Astrid 1 month, 1 week ago. under keep the home fires burning , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscpurple , wips

Seeing PURPLE all week! from Grandma's Red Needle

Angela over at Superscrappy has chosen PURPLE for March' RSC (Rainbow Scrap Challenge).

Purple has never been a favorite, hence there's no stack of purple in my stash. Either one likes purple, or not. After I started quilting, I must admit I'm growing on purple, with all its shades. Interesting history about purple here.

Last week, we had 4-5 days glorious weather and when that happens this time of the year, we always ask 'what's wrong?' We took advantage of the sunny days and spent a couple of days yard working. It feels good being outside, dig ...

added by Astrid 1 month, 2 weeks ago. under keep the home fires burning , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscpurple

The Perfect Flying Geese from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

Welcome back to Quilt Block Mania Tuesday! This month’s theme is all about “Drinks”, and I couldn’t resist putting a different spin on it with the Grey Goose Quilt Block. Inspired by the iconic flying geese design, this block has been a favorite of mine since 2015, when I first created it for a mini quilt swap. This block pattern will help you make perfect flying geese!

Whether you’re a modern or traditional quilter, the Grey Goose block is a versatile addition to any sampler quilt. But why stop there? This block can stand alone to create ...

added by Elisabeth DeMoo 1 month, 3 weeks ago. under pattern , pattern play , quilt block mania , quilt blocks , quilt pattern (Comments)

Cackling Stitches Blocks of the Month - March from Creatin' in the Sticks

It's the beginning of March
and time for a new

Cackling Stitches Block of the Month,
for our
"Bona Lisa's Sweater Emporium"
quilt.

I've designed the "Take No Bull Sweater" Quilt Block for March.

Even Bona Lisa likes a little western in her wardrobe.

Click Here to download the pattern - it's free until the end of March.

This is the quilt:

Bona LIsa's Sweater Emporium

in 3 different colorways

50" x 74"

If you have missed any of the previous blocks you can click

HERE

for a page that has all the previous blocks listed ...

added by Carla 1 month, 3 weeks ago. under block of the month , cackling stitches , quilt blocks

Cackling Stitches Blocks of the Month - February from Creatin' in the Sticks

It's the beginning of February

and time
for new Cackling Stitches
Blocks of the Month,
for our
"Bona Lisa's Sweater Emporium"
quilt.

Carol at Just Let Me Quilt has the pattern for

Kicking-It-Up Boots.

And Joan at Mooosestash Quilting has the pattern for

Ye Ole Homestead

These are my versions of the blocks.

Click on the links to their blogs for the free patterns (Free the month of February).

OR

The details and pattern links can also be found on our

Cackling Stitches Facebook Page.

This is the quilt:

Bona LIsa's Sweater Emporium

in 3 different colorways ...

added by Carla 2 months ago. under block of the month , cackling stitches , quilt blocks

Decision made! Country Charm Scrappy Quilt from Grandma's Red Needle

I've decided what to do with some of the (accumulated over the years) 2" squares!

I'm making the quilt below; 'Country Charm'

Does any of you remember this Quilting Magazine?

Quilt It for Christmas 2000

This has been my dream quilt ever since I bought the magazine! I've always wanted to make it in Christmas colors; red, green and cream. That may happen later, or not, but for now; scrappy.
How dumb is it possible to be?! It was after I made the green Split-9 blocks, that I realized this quilt is made of Split-9's!!!! DUH ...

added by Astrid 2 months ago. under country charm , fabric diet buys , quilt blocks , scraps , wips

Koala’s Anyone? from Made By Marney

The Koala quilt from my newest book, HOME SWEET HOME PAPER PIECING, is being featured in Homespun Magazine’s February/March 2024 issue.

This charming little quilt combines paper piecing and applique to create a ” juvenile jungle” for your child. This Koala is one of many adorable animal patterns in the book.

Sea turtles, hedgehogs, monkeys and much more….

I’m in love with this sweet sea turtle. All square blocks measure 8″ x 8″ unfinished, and can be used in every project in this book, as well as my previous 6 books. This means you can be super creative ...

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RSC Week #7 - Red Heart Strips from Grandma's Red Needle

Happy Weekend!

How come it's weekend again? It must have been a busy week!

After doing the last RED blocks (Red chosen for February) for the Rainbow Scrap Challenge, I tidied up my sewing table by moving the red fabrics to the large buffet (where most of my stash is stored), I thought I was done with RED for this month.

WRONG!

Earlier this week, I finished quilting a couple of patriotic / Norwegian Flag table runners and was about to cut strips for the binding. Before I was going to do that, I had a coffee break (very important ...

added by Astrid 2 months, 1 week ago. under quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscred , wips

RSC Week #6 - RED Blocks and BOM from Grandma's Red Needle

Another week has passed and it's time for RSC - Rainbow Scrap Challenge - update.

My intention was not to participate in any BOM or QAL this year, because I have way too many UFOs that have to be finished.

Did I stick to that? Nope! I couldn't resist Sherri McConnel's 'A Quilting Life' BOM 2024. A new block is posted first Monday of each month. I'm doing the blocks in scrappy RSC colors and here is the January block in green. The blocks come in two sizes; 8" and 16". I'm doing the 16" (more scraps ...

added by Astrid 2 months, 2 weeks ago. under bom2024 , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscred , wips

From the Heart: Hand Quilt Block from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey that will touch your heart? In the world of quilting where the quilt block is queen, Block Mania is everything. As we dive into this month’s theme and 28 quilt bocks centered around making, let’s explore how we can make each quilt block with heartfelt intentions. I have a very special block for you, a hand quilt block which represents every type of making. This is my Made with Love quilt block.

For my fabrics I used Ruby Star Society. Don’t you just love the floral background fabric ...

added by Elisabeth DeMoo 2 months, 2 weeks ago. under blog , handmade , maker , pattern , printable download , quilt block mania , quilt blocks , quilt pattern , ruby star society (Comments)

From Green to Red - RSC February Color from Grandma's Red Needle

HAPPY SCRAPPY FEBRUARY!

How did it become February already? I'm sure you've noticed; February has 29 days - leap year - more time for quilting!

February means a new RSC (Rainbow Scrap Challenge) color, and RED is chosen by Angela at soscrappy.blogspot.com

Since February 1 was midweek, we got some extra days playing with GREEN (RSC January color)

It has been a long time since I participated in a BOM (Block-Of-the-Month. I did not intend participating in any this year either, but then I came across Sherri McConnel's A Quilting Life BOM 2024. A new block is ...

added by Astrid 2 months, 3 weeks ago. under bom2024 , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscgreen , rscred

RSC Week #4 - Last of the Greens from Grandma's Red Needle

It has been another wet week due to cyclone 'Candice'. Last week it was 'Belal'. 'Candice' was nothing compared to 'Belal'. It kept us in suspense for three days, looping over the island before it decided to accelerate and leave.

Perfect days staying inside playing with RSC green fabric.

Except for the Split-9 blocks I made last week, I've made some new blocks where I can use some of the 2" squares that have multiplied over the years!

I've made 4 Scrap Jar blocks

The 16-patches center is all from my 2" cut squares. The spikes and background ...

added by Astrid 3 months ago. under quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscgreen

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