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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Block of the Month - Block 4 - August 2016  |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 08:16:11 AM
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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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I am posting the August blocks a couple days early because I am going out of town and may not have access to Internet.
This month Amy (SongSparrow) chose our block(s) for August. You can either do one of them or both of them. Both blocks have been around for a long time. She also chose a 3rd block and I will call it the Challenge Block. It has a LOT of half-square triangles
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.
The first block is called Squares Upon Squares. There are no triangles in this block - it is very easy.
Here is the link:
http://www.quilterscache.com/S/SquaresUponSquaresBlock.html
And the other block is called Tennessee.
http://www.quilterscache.com/T/TennesseeBlock.html
Helpful Hints for Tennessee block:
Again, this block is similar to those we have done with half-square triangles. 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 can cut 5" squares of each of the fabrics you use instead of 4-7/8" and sew as shown in the pattern.
NOTE: In my blocks I did not use triangles of 6 different fabrics, I used only three and made the half-square pieces the same on both sides of the block.
The challenge block is called Annie's Choice, and the link is below:
http://www.quilterscache.com/A/AnniesChoiceBlock.html
This block is entirely made up of half-square triangles, so be sure to watch your 1/4" seam allowances and make the starting squares 4" instead of 3-7/8".
Your blocks should measure 12-1/2" square when finished.
As always, have fun with these blocks and please post your blocks so we can all see what fabrics you are using. It is amazing that a different fabric choice or placement of light-dark fabrics can often really change the look of the blocks.
If you have any questions about the instructions, please ask here or email me and I will try to help you.
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
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 08:19:15 AM
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Here are my August blocks. I will do the challenge block a little later.
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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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Jul 29 2016 : 4:59:52 PM
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I love your choices, Amy!!
And, again, I love your blocks, Linda!
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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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Jul 30 2016 : 4:39:01 PM
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Linda
Love your blocks, they turned out really cute.
Denise Ann |
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2016 : 5:33:43 PM
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One block done! |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2016 : 5:35:09 PM
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I love your block, Julie! Can't wait to see the next one.
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 - Aug 13 2016 : 06:44:49 AM
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Julie,
Very cute block. I really like the fabric!
Denise Ann |
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Beverley
True Blue Farmgirl
2707 Posts
Beverley
atlanta
Michigan
USA
2707 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2016 : 10:20:30 PM
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Great block, Beverley. Love the colors.
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 - Aug 18 2016 : 6:10:56 PM
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| Beverly, lovely block in my favorite color! I need to get working on my other two blocks. It has been so hot and humid here, I have not felt like doing anything. This weekend it will be cooling off. |
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Aug 19 2016 : 9:15:09 PM
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Beverly
That is a really cute block. I need to get mine sewn, they are cut out but waiting to be sewn.
Denise Ann
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2016 : 2:33:44 PM
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A cooler day to do some sewing...block 2  |
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2016 : 2:34:43 PM
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And last but not least, block 3.... |
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Christy925
True Blue Farmgirl
476 Posts
Christy
Midland
Michigan
USA
476 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 20 2016 : 7:05:45 PM
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WOW! Great blocks, Julie! Great job!
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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sweettea59
True Blue Farmgirl
1228 Posts
Sherry
Longview
Texas
USA
1228 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 09:08:15 AM
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Yea! I made it before the end of the month. 
Farmgirl Hugs & May all your Wishes come true.
Sherry
Farmgirl #2215
www.etsy.com/shop/markiebuck |
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sweettea59
True Blue Farmgirl
1228 Posts
Sherry
Longview
Texas
USA
1228 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 09:11:24 AM
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And for my challenge block.jpg?v 58715020)
Farmgirl Hugs & May all your Wishes come true.
Sherry
Farmgirl #2215
www.etsy.com/shop/markiebuck |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 12:02:39 PM
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Love them all, Sherry. Great job! Your challenge block is super.
I've got to make the challenge block still - I have leftover half square triangles from a quilt, so will use them to try the block. NOTE: The challenge block was one of the first ones Amy sent me, and I asked her to choose another for our newer quilters. The more pieces you have, the more seams there are, and the more chance of a block that is too small.
I also need to make the September blocks so they are ready to post. I may post the patterns a day or two before Sept 1, IF I get them done. LOL! September will have 2 challenge 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 Aug 29 2016 12:04:29 PM |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 12:27:19 PM
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Here is my version of the challenge block, fresh off my Featherweight.
Now on to the September blocks. 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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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 1:07:11 PM
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Nice blocks one and all. Love looking at them!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 3:21:37 PM
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Wow, girls! Your blocks are beautiful! "Some day" I'll catch up!
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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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 4:34:22 PM
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| Get blocks Sherry, love the calicos. |
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
140 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 4:35:35 PM
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| Nice cowgirl block Linda! |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2016 : 9:13:10 PM
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Julie -
Your block choices are next. Do you have yours done already? I need to make my versions of your choices tomorrow so I can post them. 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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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17025 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17025 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7446 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7446 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2016 : 4:41:23 PM
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The September blocks are up now. Please take a look and choose your fabrics. Let's Quilt!!
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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Stitching & Crafting Room: Block of the Month - Block 4 - August 2016 |
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Block of the Month - Block 4 - August 2016
it is not ironed yet so still a little wobbly but I loved making this block, soooo, easy and anymore I like easy....