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RSC Week 19 - more PINK from Grandma's Red Needle

It's PINK - again!

Pink is May's chosen color for the RSC - Rainbow Scrap Challenge

I ran out of background fabric for the BOM from Sherri McConnel; 'A Quilting Life'.

For the previous blocks I have used Moda Marbles 'cream' (not available anymore).

Instead, I purchased 'Baby White', which is slightly more yellowish, but that's OK. It's scrappy, after all!

BOM: May

When I joined RSC last year (2023), I sorted most of my fabrics on color.

After I made Arreli's quilt, I don't have much pink left. I had to dig deep into my ...

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Diamondback Quilt Block from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

Happy Tuesday!!

Hey there quilters! It’s another Block Mania Day, and I am joining in again. This month, we’re diving headfirst into the arid beauty of the desert. As someone who calls the desert home, I couldn’t be more thrilled to share my latest creation with you all. I’m proud to present my Diamondback Quilt Block..

You might have noticed that my block designs for this year’s block mania all share a similar style — a blend of fun, funky, and just a touch of quirky. My goal is to create a quilt with all my ...

added by Elisabeth DeMoo 1 week, 5 days ago. under blog , quilt block mania , quilt blocks , ruby star society (Comments)

RSC Week 18 - PINK for May from Grandma's Red Needle

Welcome May!

May already! How did that happen?!

Angela at Super Scrappy has chosen PINK for May's RSC - Rainbow Scrap Challenge.

This year, I'm making different blocks in the RSC colors.

As I have mentioned earlier, I like to do all the blocks at the beginning of each month so that I can concentrate on other things when the blocks are done.

Since the last Saturday in April was on 27th, we got a head start on Pink!

All the blocks for 'Keep the Home Fires Burning' are done

6 four-patches

3 Friendship blocks

Different 9-patches

2 Pinwheel ...

added by Astrid 2 weeks, 1 day ago. under keep the home fires burning , quilt blocks , rsc2024 , rscpink , scraps

New and Adorable Paper Pieced Puppies from Made By Marney

I’ve been busy designing paper pieced dog blocks and quilts for my friends and customers. It’s been exciting putting together a collection of blocks for one specific breed. These are some of my recent collections…

Inspired by my friend’s beloved Cavalier King Charles, all 4 of these blocks were used in a quilt and some pillows for an auction. Thanks to Sara for providing this photo. You can find these Cavaliers in my ETSY SHOP. I currently have 160 dog blocks to choose from.

My niece Mandy has a Doberman which inspired this lap quilt for a ...

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

It's May 1st

and time

for a new Cackling Stitches

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

This month we have 2 blocks!

Carol at Just Let Me Quilt has the pattern for

Don't Touch the Hats.

And Joan at Mooosestash Quilting has the pattern for

Witch Necessities.

These are my versions of the blocks.

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

OR

The details and pattern links can also be found on our

Cackling Stitches Facebook Page.

This is the quilt:

Bona LIsa ...

added by Carla 2 weeks, 4 days ago. under block of the month , cackling stitches , quilt blocks

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 month 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 1 month, 1 week 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 ...

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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 1 month, 2 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 ...

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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 2 months 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 2 months, 1 week 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 2 months, 2 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 2 months, 2 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, 3 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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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