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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Block of the Month - Block 3 - July 2016  |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 02 2016 : 7:49:52 PM
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Each month a new block (or two) will be posted and a new thread will begin for each new month. I hope many of you will join in and we will have a lot of new quilts in 12 months or less.
You can join in at any time. We'd love to have you!
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This month Christy (Christy925) chose our block(s) for July. You can either do one of them or both of them. Both blocks have been around for a long time.
Remember to use scant 1/4" seams when making these blocks.
For the beginner quilters she chose the Contrary Wife block, one that is very easy, and looks great. This will work very easily with stripes and plaids.
http://www.quilterscache.com/C/ContraryWifeBlock.html
And the other block is the Goose Creek block.
http://www.quilterscache.com/G/GooseCreekBlock.html
Helpful Hints for Contrary Wife:
This block is very similar to those we have done. I suggest you make the half-square triangles as we have done on a couple patterns so far, by making individual squares instead of the strip. You will cut two 5" squares of each of the two fabrics instead of 4-7/8" and sew as shown in the pattern.
Helpful hints for the Goose Creek block:
NOTE: These 9-patch blocks are each nine 2-1/2" squares sewn together into a 3 square x 3 square block.
The Goose Creek pattern is also easy, but if you are making the 9-patch units in your colors and not scrappy as the pattern indicates, for each 9-patch you will need five 2-1/2" squares of your darker color and four 2-1/2" squares of your light color (or vice versa). I also think it is great that the pattern gives you three different ways to make the other blocks. You can use any of the methods, but paper piecing might be easiest to get the block done, because you can turn it over and cut along the lines of the paper pattern to trim up the block. Remember, paper piecing really IS done on the back side of the paper. LOL! and you will need to print out 2 of the patterns and be sure to make sure they measure 6-1/2" square before you start them.
Here is a great tutorial on paper piecing from the Internet.
http://ajpadilla.com/tutorials/beginners-corner/paper-piecing-tutorial/what-paper-piecing-getting-started
Your blocks should measure 12-1/2" square when finished.
Have fun with these blocks and post your blocks so we can all see what fabrics you are using.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2016 : 7:54:40 PM
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Here are my two blocks for July:
I found that when I printed out the paper piecing template from the pattern link it was NOT the correct size, so I have made a PDF'd paper piecing template and can send it to anyone via email if you request it from me. Just be sure when you print it out that you measure it to be sure it is 6-1/2" square from your printer BEFORE you make the blocks.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Edited by - quiltee on Jul 29 2016 07:46:15 AM |
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2016 : 8:09:40 PM
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Those are both very nice blocks.Time to sew.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2016 : 05:59:48 AM
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Linda,
Your blocks are very cute! Need to cut some fabric.
Denise Ann |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2016 : 06:21:21 AM
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Love them will get started tomorrow.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
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Posted - Jul 04 2016 : 07:00:52 AM
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Beautiful blocks Linda. Time to dig through my stash!
Question, for paper piecing, freezer paper can be used? Yes, no? |
Edited by - NikisMom on Jul 04 2016 07:02:14 AM |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - Jul 05 2016 : 7:09:59 PM
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I love your blocks, Linda! So bright!
I would love your template, please, Linda! U gave never done paper piecing. I think I would just be more confident this first time using the correct size.
Thanks so much, again!
Good choices, Christy! These are pretty blocks!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 19 2016 : 08:34:23 AM
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OK now, let's see those blocks.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2016 : 06:27:16 AM
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I'm almost done with the second block.... If I didn't keep getting interrupted It would have been done a week ago grrrrrr.
I've been spending too much time with my grand puppy, he is so cute and when I'm there he follows me all over, I think he knows I'm allergic to him or he's figured out I'm a soft touch when it comes to treats and toys.
I'll try to post a picture.
Denise Ann |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2016 : 06:39:09 AM
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Denise - Allergic? I've heard people are allergic to cats, but not dogs as much. Can't wait to see your blocks.
Kat - Are you going to join us and make some of the blocks?
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2016 : 3:20:31 PM
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Just under the wire!
Denise Ann |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 27 2016 : 5:28:46 PM
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LOL! I love your blocks, Denise! Can't wait to see more.
Now I have to make the August blocks so I can post them on Monday.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 04:50:35 AM
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This is the puppy. I am allergic to dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, etc, but if I take all my medication and spend short amounts of time with him I think I can build up some tolerance to him. I can be around my sister's daog and my dad's dog for several hours, just have to wash my hands after petting them. He's so cute I just can't stay away from him.
Denise Ann |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 07:32:16 AM
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He is a cutie!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 08:20:40 AM
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Check out the August BOM blocks. I posted them a few days early since I will be out of town this weekend. You will like the new blocks.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2016 : 1:50:57 PM
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Finally done, between camping, and the heat/humidity finally finished my July locks.
Denise Ann, I am allergic to dogs too and own an Alaskan Malamute. Brushing her is the hardest, but I agree with you that I build up some immunity to her. |
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Madelena
True Blue Farmgirl
1919 Posts
Mary
Central
TX
USA
1919 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2016 : 1:58:06 PM
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Fun blocks.M
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Jul 31 2016 : 3:28:23 PM
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Julie,
Very cute blocks!
Denise Ann |
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sweettea59
True Blue Farmgirl
1267 Posts
Sherry
Longview
Texas
USA
1267 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 09:01:11 AM
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I am playing catch up with my blocks but getting there. Here are the two for July. 
Farmgirl Hugs & May all your Wishes come true.
Sherry
Farmgirl #2215
www.etsy.com/shop/markiebuck |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 12:31:59 PM
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Love your blocks, Sherry. Thanks for catching up. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Christy925
True Blue Farmgirl
476 Posts
Christy
Midland
Michigan
USA
476 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2016 : 12:43:58 PM
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Can't wait to see your blocks, Christy!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Christy925
True Blue Farmgirl
476 Posts
Christy
Midland
Michigan
USA
476 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2016 : 9:20:25 PM
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Great blocks, Julie!
I love the fabrics you chose for this one, Christy. This block would make a wonderful quilt. Would you use sashing, offset the blocks, or have joining squares of a different pattern?
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Christy925
True Blue Farmgirl
476 Posts
Christy
Midland
Michigan
USA
476 Posts |
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Stitching & Crafting Room: Block of the Month - Block 3 - July 2016 |
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