Block of the Month Directions
Click on block to view instructions or go to the website provided. Please familiarize yourself with the guidelines below before making your block. Questions? Contact Block of the Month Chairman Betty Fessler, Bjfessler@aim.com.
January 2022
"Album Patch"
DUE AT NEXT MEETING
LLQG January BOM 2022
Block Name: Album Patch
15 1/2 inches unfinished, 5-3 ½ blocks per side.
I used 2 fat quarters (18 X 22 inches). SEW all seams right sides facing! I use ultra thin pins because you can sew over them. For matching points I pin in the seam. I press open because it's easier to see where I'm matching the seam points.
1) I used white and purple/red color (that I don't know the name of). You need three strips of each color cut on the longest (22") side 1½ inches wide. Sew one white to one color strip using a ¼ seam, press seam open. Then sew another white strip to the other side of the color strip producing a white/color/white strip. The strip in the center should be 1 inch wide and the other two pieces should now be 1¼, trim down if needed! Repeat only this time sew strips in order of color/white/color.
2) Cut the white/color/white strip into 8 - 1½ inch strips. Set aside the rest of this strip. Cut the color/white/color strip into 4 - 1½ inch strips, then cut the remaining of this strip into 4 - 3½ inch squares.
3) Take a white/color/white 1½" strip matching seam points. Finger press open. Next attach another white/color/white strip to the other side of the color/white/color strip and finger press open. Finished block should be 3½" square. Repeat 3 more times. You have now completed you 4 nine patch blocks!
4) Next cute 10 - 3½" squares from the remaining white fabric and 8 - 3½" square from the remaining colored fabric.
5) Now follow the picture layout and sew all 25 - 3½ blocks together matching seam points when needed.
Block Name: Album Patch
15 1/2 inches unfinished, 5-3 ½ blocks per side.
I used 2 fat quarters (18 X 22 inches). SEW all seams right sides facing! I use ultra thin pins because you can sew over them. For matching points I pin in the seam. I press open because it's easier to see where I'm matching the seam points.
1) I used white and purple/red color (that I don't know the name of). You need three strips of each color cut on the longest (22") side 1½ inches wide. Sew one white to one color strip using a ¼ seam, press seam open. Then sew another white strip to the other side of the color strip producing a white/color/white strip. The strip in the center should be 1 inch wide and the other two pieces should now be 1¼, trim down if needed! Repeat only this time sew strips in order of color/white/color.
2) Cut the white/color/white strip into 8 - 1½ inch strips. Set aside the rest of this strip. Cut the color/white/color strip into 4 - 1½ inch strips, then cut the remaining of this strip into 4 - 3½ inch squares.
3) Take a white/color/white 1½" strip matching seam points. Finger press open. Next attach another white/color/white strip to the other side of the color/white/color strip and finger press open. Finished block should be 3½" square. Repeat 3 more times. You have now completed you 4 nine patch blocks!
4) Next cute 10 - 3½" squares from the remaining white fabric and 8 - 3½" square from the remaining colored fabric.
5) Now follow the picture layout and sew all 25 - 3½ blocks together matching seam points when needed.
december 2020
"disapearing Block"
Due at next meeting
The BOM is evolving into the "Disappearing Block" program for a while. I have enjoyed my BOM experience and look forward to seeing what Jane has in store. Carol
"Disappearing Blocks" — Jane Alameda
Sew 4 squares together to make a standard four patch quilt block. For the left block pictured, fold and cut patched block into thirds both vertically and horizontally. Arrange cut sections as shown. Sew rows together to complete the block.
For the right-hand block, draw diagonal lines 2” from each corner on all sides and cut. Arrange as shown and sew.
Please click on the block to get a pop up of full printable .pdf instructions.
"Disappearing Blocks" — Jane Alameda
Sew 4 squares together to make a standard four patch quilt block. For the left block pictured, fold and cut patched block into thirds both vertically and horizontally. Arrange cut sections as shown. Sew rows together to complete the block.
For the right-hand block, draw diagonal lines 2” from each corner on all sides and cut. Arrange as shown and sew.
Please click on the block to get a pop up of full printable .pdf instructions.
november 2020
"maple leaf"
Due at next meeting
Patterns by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
Here is the November BOM. It is called "Maple Leaf" and is very traditional. If you Google "Maple Leaf Block" many wonderful images pop up.
I can see this block in a Fall table runner. What do you see?
It's called "Maple Leaf Block" on Quilters Cache and is listed under that name with them. Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/M/MapleLeafBlock.html
I can see this block in a Fall table runner. What do you see?
It's called "Maple Leaf Block" on Quilters Cache and is listed under that name with them. Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/M/MapleLeafBlock.html
october 2020
"Sawtooth star"
or
"square on points"
DUE AT NEXT MEETING
Patterns by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
October BOM is called Saw Tooth Star. There are many tutorials on YouTube for "Saw Tooth Star"--just search under that name. Use any size you like, any color way you prefer. Make one or many and think about the great things you can make--mug rugs, place mats, crib blankets. Maybe something for Lake Works? Pot Holders?
It's also called "Square and Points" on Quilters Cache and is listed under that name with them. Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/S/SquareandPointsBlock.html
If you are not on line, just use half square triangles around a larger square. Many of us have books of block patterns and I'm sure this one would be included.
It's also called "Square and Points" on Quilters Cache and is listed under that name with them. Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/S/SquareandPointsBlock.html
If you are not on line, just use half square triangles around a larger square. Many of us have books of block patterns and I'm sure this one would be included.
september 2020
"square in square"
due at next meeting
Patterns by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
This is a traditional block. Instructions are available from Quilters Cache (see below) and a tutorial is on YouTube, search for "Square in Square" and also look for matching block (there is more than one block with this name). Use any size you like, and color way that appeals to you and access any instruction mode you may have access to, like books and patterns in your own library. We'll see your work when we meet again in person and see what you have made (pot holders, place mats, perhaps a baby quilt for Lan?). Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/S/SquareinSquareBlock.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/S/SquareinSquareBlock.html
august 2020
"rail fence"
due at next meeting
Patterns by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
This is a traditional block known as "Rail Fence" and by Quilters Cache as "Four Part Strip Block". Participants can use any source of instructions for piecing this. I, Carol, used quilters cache.com (search for Four Part Strip Block). Use any fabric you desire and any size that works for you. While we are not meeting I'll post traditional blocks to sew and you can use your fabric stashes and imagination to complete the blocks. Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the block. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/R/RailFenceBlock.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/R/RailFenceBlock.html
june/july 2020
"july fourth - fifty-four forty or fight"
due at next meeting
note: please use red, white/cream and blue fabric
Patterns by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
Please copy the first link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the
"July Fourth" BOM above. Please copy the second link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the "Fifty-Four Forty or Fight" BOM above. Hard copies will be provided at the Next Guild meeting. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/J/JulyFourthBlock.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/F/FiftyFourFortyorFightBlock.html
"July Fourth" BOM above. Please copy the second link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the "Fifty-Four Forty or Fight" BOM above. Hard copies will be provided at the Next Guild meeting. Please contact the BOM Coordinator if you have questions.
https://www.quilterscache.com/J/JulyFourthBlock.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/F/FiftyFourFortyorFightBlock.html
March 2020
"ground cover"
due at next meeting
note: please use fabric with high contrast
February 2020
"four leaf clover"
due at next meeting
note: block to be done in green and white
(applique' is optional)
Pattern by Marcia Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
Please copy the link below into your internet browser to get the instructions for the "Four Leaf Clover" BOM above. Hard copies will be provided at the February Guild meeting.
http://www.quilterscache.com/F/FourLeafCloverBlock.html
http://www.quilterscache.com/F/FourLeafCloverBlock.html
june 2019
"buzzsaw"
due at july meeting
note: block to be done in red, white & blue
May 2019
"Flight of Swallows"
Due at June Meeting
Note: Block to be done in blue & white
Pattern by Marica Hohn, www.quilterscache.com
Please copy this link into your internet browser to get the instructions for the above BOM
https://quilterscache.com/F/FlightofSwallowsBlock.html
https://quilterscache.com/F/FlightofSwallowsBlock.html
April 2019
"Log Cabin Stars"
Due at May Meeting
March 2019
"Churn Dash"
Due at April Meeting
February 2019
"Starburst"
Due at March Meeting
January 2019
"Spool"
Due at February Meeting
December 2018
"Shooting Star"
Due at January Meeting
November 2018
"Road to California"
Due at December Meeting
October 2018
Flame
Due at November Meeting
August & September 2018
Pinwheel
July 2018
4th of July
June 2018
Hot Air Balloon
Instructions: Click here
Pattern: Click here
May 2018
Butterfly
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April 2018
Go Fly a Kite
March 2018
Out Like a Lamb
Permission to use by Original Designer Nancy Hicks
February 2018
Playful Hearts
Original design from sewmamyblocks.com
December 2017
Starflakes
October/November 2017
Pumpkin Patch
September 2017
Back to School
August 2017
Sunburn
July 2017
Uncle Sam's Bowtie
June 2017
Log Cabin Watermelon
May 2017
Wild Spring Poppies
March 2017
Friendship Block
January 2017
Lost Mittens
Guidelines
Using fabrics from your own stash create a quilt block based on the guild pattern and instructions provided. There is no limit regarding the number of blocks entered however, fabrics should vary to maintain a scrappy feel.
Additional information you should know:
- For each block completed, write your full name on a small piece of paper, and attach to the completed block with a pin.
- Bring your completed blocks to the general meeting. Blocks will be displayed for members to see. For each block completed, enter your name in the drawing.
- If you are unable to attend the meeting, but want to participate in Block of the Month, please arrange to have completed blocks at the general meeting either by contacting the chairman in advance or asking a quilting friend to help.
- At a specified time at the general meeting, based on participation, one or more names will be drawn to win quilt blocks. Example: If we receive 30 blocks, we will have two winners. The first winner will pick 15 blocks; the second winner will receive the remaining. There will be no limit to the number of times you can win.
- In fairness to all, if blocks are incorrect in size, have an obvious error, or are incomplete, will be returned to the maker and will not be eligible for the drawing.
Additional information you should know:
- Please use 100% cotton fabric. Wash and preshrink fabric and test for colorfastness before constructing your block.
- Measure fabric and cut accurate to insure proper block construction. It is very important to accurately construct your block using 1/4 inch seam allowances.
- Press seams. Use an up and down motion as not to distort fabric.
- There should be no need to "square up" if pieces are cut correctly, have been sewn with proper seam allowances, and pressed properly without distortion. (Your very best work is expected.)
- Finished size of the block is the actual size of the block when sewn into a quilt top. Unfinished size is the block with seam allowances. So, if you are making a 6" block finished in a quilt, the unfinished size should measure 6-1/2" because of the 1/4" seam allowance. I hope this makes sense!