Thank you for what you do! Im very good at collecting the patterns. Tutorials #ModaStitchPink Something I thought I would never do. Table Runner During Blockheads 1, I kept caught up every week. LOOK and ASK for our products in your local quilt shopsOR even TALKING and spreading the word about us is supporting usas you know all you have to do is be EXCITED about what you are doing and share it and that someone has to be in on it too! Let's make some holiday ornaments for decorating and gift giving. Thanks for the layout too. I also learned to use Lisas trick of starching those small pieces for a much better result! I am a quilter, rugger, and gardener. The . I also love to cook when I get the chance. December 2022 I'm putting Block 1 in the center and using a cheery yellow like a sun with rays reaching out. April 2020 I skipped around a bit to do the blocks you posted as I ordered the kit from PG. I'm so glad you enjoy the color studies. Thank you blockheads one and two! June 2021 September 2018 If the weather stays as crappy as they are predicting it should be a no brainer! 10, Nine-Patch by Laurie Simpson - Block No. I loved every block, and I stretched my skills by making pieced replacement blocks for the applique blocks. Mini Quilts You can pause momentarily to say out loud, OHH, AWWW for our newest Bella 2 color quilt, TimePiece. My son is transferring back to Camp Pendleton in a few months and buying a house in the Temecula area. Tulip Tango Can you believe it? This morning relaxing and reading and dreaming about picking one block and starting a new quilt, Where is block 18 cause my block pattern for the bird and urn says 19 on it, Hi Laura - Jan's block is Block 18, there was an error on the pattern. Calendar Tea Towel This uses thirty-six (36) 9" finished blocks in a straight setting with sashing. I have completed 51 blocks. Its a tremendous help on small pieces. The last one looks pretty quick so that will help. There are sixteen 1-yard pieces. This is Corey of Coriander Quilts , and Im excited to be sharing my block with Meet Mario Navar You know the saying, The stars aligned? Well, that seems to be the case with Mario as Hello all, so excited to introduce m newest booklets. Join the pieces as shown. I have every block finished that you have shown because I bought your fabric and love the colors.cant wait to finish! Thanks so much. Looking forward to BH3, and hope youre one of the designers. This Archive includes the links to everything shared for Blockheads 4 - Designer blocks, Bonus blocks, setting options, blog posts, and so on. #ShowMeTheModa For those of you are new to Blockheads, it is a quilt sampler sew-a-long sponsored by Moda Fabrics and has a free quilt block pattern each week for a number of weeks to make a sampler. Assembly Lay out the pieces for one quarter as shown. To this day if have not sewed for some time I feel restless inside. Some days the only time I have for stitching is in the car line at school pickup time. I loved this and hope to do it again. Ive stayed caught up with BH2! Moda Blockheads 1 and 2 have been so much fun and I learn something with each and every block that I do. Enjoy Valencia..they have the best paella! Pretty much by now everyone knows what QAL stands for- Quilt Along. Are you in the mood for a new little quilt project? It's the first time I have participated in something like this. I really look forward to Wednesday mornings so I can see the new block. The complete list of Designer blocks, bonus blocks, setting options and blog posts for Blockheads 4. Welcome to the Moda Block Heads - Round 3! I learned to better trust myself to make small changes to the blocks/layout of the quilt, individualizing it to make it my own. Hi Mary - The pattern for the pillow is on Jenelle's blog -https://www.piecestotreasure.com/post/free-pillow-pattern-blockheads-4, Our CatalogsWholesale InfoCalendarContactModa JobsFAQsPrivacy Policy, Inspiration + ResourcesProject Jelly RollRuby Star SocietyNewsletter Subscribe, Moda Bake Shop Cake Mix Sew-Along Free Patterns Fabric Downloads, Moda Fabrics and Moda Home are United Notions companies 2022 Moda Fabrics + Supplies Powered by triGroup, Moda Fabrics and Moda Home are United Notions companies, 2022 Moda Fabrics + Supplies Powered by triGroup, https://www.piecestotreasure.com/post/free-pillow-pattern-blockheads-4. No images may be reproduced without permission. Have a look at her block for our sampler quilt. January 2018 There are so many blocks and so much work to do in my life. July 2020 Modas sew alongs are well done and sew much fun. Christmas Robin Pickens Shop For Quilt Patterns The biggest thing I have gotten from BH2 is my weekly access to Electric Quilt. Thanks for all the designers who have done this. You can visit Lynne's blog. Moda Blockheads 2 Im super excited as Ill be able to visit your store in Murrieta this summer! I think my accuracy has vastly improved and I feel a whole lot more proficient on those smaller pieces and actually enjoy them far more than the larger blocks. So happy it is time for Moda Blockheads again! This You'll have to read the Block 2 instructions to learn the origin of the name. Most of it is sewn together so the last few will yield my quilt top done! Today, Wednesday March 23, 2022, is the beginning of Moda Blockheads 4. Just a little quilty math for you! Hi, Lisa. Spain is an amazing place as Im sure all your ports have been spectacular. This is the drawing of the finished quilt - it measures 72" x 78". Curated Quilts Mini Quilt Patterns Next time I plan to stock up on your tiny triangles papers and maintain my sanity. In fact, I bought your fabrics for BH@ and just love them. Unfortunately, life is keeping me from spending much time with needle and thread right now. You might have some sewing to finish up Hello, all my Granny Square/ Family Reunion QAL'er's. Rulers/templates Sherri's Cooee blocks made with Sherri & Chelsi's coming-this-Fall collection, Emma. July 2022 Block 2. Press This is Zen Chic's suggested layout for the free Moda Blockheads 3 sew along. I am betting it will be nothing short of gorgeous. Im really really going to miss that. Just finished up my first sampler quilt which slowed me down so things should go faster now. modafabrics Published: Sep 28 2022 - 02:00 Welcome to the Moda Blockheads - Round 4! I have made about a dozen blocks, but hope to catch up this summer. I have 20 blocks done. And they love Layer Cakes! Whether you're making half-triangle squares to size, or making them larger, Moda Tammy has a terrific way quickly cutting the squares apart. Welcome to Our Garden Rolling Petals Sew Along! The complete list of Designer blocks, bonus blocks, setting options and blog posts for Blockheads 4. Blockheads 4 starts on Wednesday, March 23, and ends on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Thanks so much to the designers for their creativity. . Sliding Shoji Screens I follow your blog and love your posts. I will be back to see what you are up to each week. I am often asked how much yardage do I need if I dont Hello, Quiltalongers! October 2018 I have loved participating in Blockheads 2. I just love to see your choices and how they affect the resulting block. November 2022 Read on for more info on how to get started, including a palette of Bella Solids and a temperature tracker download. She did the beautiful quilting on my Winter Star Wall Quilt. Block 18 pattern cannot be accessed from this Moda site, and when I found it through Jan Patek's blog, its headed Block 19. The 17" square pillow uses one 9" block and the 36" x 18" lumbar uses four 4 " blocks. July 2021 LB, I live on a lake in beautiful Butte Des Morts, WI. And they love Layer Cakes! Will the quilt work with a single background? Its way more work. July 2017 Good morning Moda Friends! Chocolate. FREE Quilt Block Patterns This is Corey of Coriander Quilts , and Im excited to be sharing my block with Meet Mario Navar You know the saying, The stars aligned? Well, that seems to be the case with Mario as Hello all, so excited to introduce m newest booklets. SHOPIFY And Moda will blog and tell who the designer and block is. November 2020 Tea Towels The quilt top finishes at 67" x 67". Thank you for all that you share with us and all the work that goes into that. Click for details.Long Arm Machine Quilting Service.Click image for details!Free Shipping on orders over $150. Ring Around The Posies Thnx for all the inspiration you all bring! Were at the end of our quiltalong! We decided to take the opportunity and . June 2013 enjoy reading your site, you can do anything, and still have energy for more (travel) Im not doing the BlockHeads but really in aw of you all thanks for an enjoyable computer time.. Carrot. I think this could work well with a center using Chocolate Bar or Charcoal with Cocoa or Stone. Thanks SO much! I dont plan to start until I finish a large current project first. Thatched Basics Lay out the background fabric squares and pieced blocks according to the layout diagram (see layout with grid). Sounds amazing! Block 1: Lynn Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles Quilters (March 23, 2022) Square Wheel Block. Moda's blog:. There is quite a range. Do you also have a large collection of your favorite fabric scraps at home? Sew two border strips to the left and right and shorten them so that they match the upper and lower edges. Well that is a fun way to spend the midnight hours! Actually BLOCKHEADS is a kind of mystery quilt along, since you don't get a picture of the finished . May 2018 I love learning the color theory from you. Sadly I thought you werent doing a finish for Round 2 and continued with the original setting. We are fast approaching another winter storm here as we are located at the intersection of Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. MODA has released the layout that we will be using as our choice, CLICK HERE for the PDF of the LAYOUT we will be making option #2. Deco Garden 11, Windmill by Stacy Iest Hsu - Block No. Looking forward to the new year, have you ever considered making a Temperature Quilt? I am beyond excited to have 50 blocks done woohoo!!! Hope your cruise is wonderful. I need a smaller project. I did and decided to continue. I make lap quilts to give away. Robin, YOUR OTIONS OF DOING THIS FIRST BLOCK ARE CREATIVE AND BEAUTIFUL HI FROM MEXICO CITY, Hi right back! Opening the Blockhead 2 blog posts has been an activity Ive looked forward to each Wednesday. Yours are always clever and so well thought out. Before making blocks, please read the Basic Instructions. September 2022 Thirty-six seemed like a really good number, and it gives everyone a few options. June 2019 To celebrate the reveal of the last block I am going to do a give-away!!!! Twilight Garden consumed all of my time but that is finished now and I can move on, zero : ( Check out the other designers for Moda Blockheads too and share your blocks on the facebook group! So happy it is time for Moda Blockheads again! Red Velvet. Thanks for your participation, so much fun each week! Welcome to the Moda Block Heads - Round 3! The small blocks could use soft Washed Linen, Oatmeal and Toast with Pink Grapefruit, Smoked Paprika and Aged Penny. The blog post was up early Friday morning but mea culpa, I forgot to get the update to the Archive published. Maybe I will make two quilts. Place the ruler on the line you've used as the guide and cut. Some of the teal/aquas that would work well here are Seafoam, Peacock, Pond, Turquoise, Ocean, Horizon. Blockheads 4 Mixed Block Layout Using twenty-five large 9" blocks and twenty-four small 4" blocks, this layout will make a quilt that finishes at 68" x 68". It's September, it's National Sewing Month, and this is what's on our calendar. 44 Done! 2 to go and Im hoping to do them today. Please comment and tell me how many blocks you have completed so far and something you have learned during Block Heads or if you already know everything tell me something funny or why stitching is so important to youI will pick a couple of winners, and promise some fun prizes!!! Sep 11 2022 - 06:37 Good morning Moda Friends! Cottage Blue I am presently working on my Blockhead 1 from last year. I loved learning new techniques and seeing other quilters blocks. What Ive learned?? I made an all yellow because it goes with my layout, but I think a whole quilt with the rainbow and joining them on some of the same color sized would be awesome! I Blockheads 1, this was so challenging, but this time, I decided to just push through and I love the way this technique provides definition and a gentler edge to the appliqued pieces. I have been thinking hard about this quilt and how I wanted to finish itso I have come up with a little tiny twist that I will be sharing the directions (measurements) for while I am putting mine together, but most of you can probably figure it outfor those of you who cannot, I will get to itI promiseI will be posting my blocks that I have not yet completed here and promise to finish this quiltbut my schedule is (still) crazy the first half of the yearafter Quilt Market it will be much more relaxed than it is nowbut here is a peek at what I have come up with for the finishingI will be plugging my colored blocks into it, but as you can see I just used the blocks moda supplied to see how it will workand this gives you the idea of how we separated themit will finish 80x 86 as isif you need it bigger you can add a border6 border will give you 92x 98 so adjust as needed as welljust keep following my blog to not miss anything!!!! I have 20 blocks done. The first fourteen blocks are all on this page with links to the designer blog post, and then to the PDF with the instructions. One thing Ive learned or already knew but have been reminded of is color/fabric placement. This is a listing of the blocks in this round. More accurate HSTs means more accurate blocks. One Background and Assorted Lights/Medium/Darks: Assorted Lights/Mediums/Darks for blocks = 30 to 32 Fat Quarters or scraps to total approximately 8 yards. The link to the Designer blog will be added on Wednesday, and the link to the block instructions will be added on Friday. The design is by Anna Graham from Noodle-head and she also made an excellent tutorial where she is linking to another post for sewing instructions and photos. I started using more solid colors and repeating one printed fabric for continuity. May 2013 It is different than anything else I have ever thought of doing. Moda grandmothers share the pleasures and inspiration sewing for their grandkids provides. I look forward every week to the mystery blocks and each designers surprising interpretations, I incorporate many of the blocks in my charity quilts for the children hospital and learn new techniques every time. Details: I did do your finish for Round 1 and love it. Im having trouble getting the pfd for block crown and star. I have all 52 blocks finished as well as some of the alternate blocks which I will use on the back of my quilt. 3, Sunshine Star by Sherri McConnell - Block 2. February 2022 Seize The Day Lisa, love BHs! Painted Meadow I am moving slowly-I have only finished half the blocks. Thank you so much for your wonderful designs!! Block Heads 3 is here and we've got some new wrinkles this year. Guess I need to quit working I have collected all of these, but have not started yet. :), Blockhead 3 pdf will not open from 5-11 please help love this resource thank you, Love your blockheads. Thanks for all you do! I was also introduced to new designers I hadnt seen before so much fun! I have LOVED reading the designers blogs, their color choices and methods and familiarizing myself with fabric lines and patterns they create. If you're not familiar with Jenelle's Moda toweling, it mixes well with quilting cottons, and it's very soft. That is great. Snow again. It IS your grandmother's quilt! I still have far to go but am so inspired by the layouts and looking forward to finishing. Free quilt along Blockheads 2020, Block 56: Star DanceFabrics used in this block are from Zen Chic by Moda, SPOTTED and MORE PAPER LOW VOLUMES. I am so, so happy you posted a layout idea. So far I have made around 25 blocks using Halloween fabrics. I hope you have enjoyed every step of it these 56 weeks. To save a PDF of this list - BH4 Designer List and Blogs. Since it was a much more simple block, we decided to do a 6 version for this second one since we will do a variety of block sizes for the various weeks and use a multi block setting. Is there a pattern available? Quilting This small block is only 4" x 4", and makes for a lovely little project like a Valentine's greeting card, pincushion, an . Thank you. We did it! I have totally enjoyed the journey. The small HST in those are 1 1/2" finished with a 3" square center piece. Something else may interrupt my plan. Quilt Magazines October 2016 I have only one block left to complete. There's NO SEWING! BH4 Basic Layout for 9" Blocks with Sashing. The instructions for this block can be found on Jenelle's blog -Pieces to Treasure. You'll probably want to make a few extra small blocks Jenelle loves making pillows with her toweling, she decorates her home with them, switching out covers with the seasons. Many years ago, probably about 20 or so, I made a Postage Stamp quilt using Kansas Troubles fabrics. The small HST in those are 1 1/2" finished with a 3" square center piece. Overall, Ive gained so much skill with accuracy love the tiny pieces. I have all the blocks done! Really enjoyed the entire process. You might have some sewing to finish up Hello, all my Granny Square/ Family Reunion QAL'er's. 51 finished doing 52 today. This was a huge stretch for me to choose random block colors without knowing how they will all come together Thank you and the other designers for the challenge =) This will be a treasure and a story to share one day as many prayers, for my beautiful adult girls, are wrapped in these blocks as I cut & sewed each week! English Paper Piecing :), Carrie, Love your layout so very original and interesting and SO you! Thank you and all the other designers. I try a new technique or new way of piecing blocks or resizing blocks to build new skills. August 2018 This time its one from Joannas line Fig & Shirtings. I have been stalled at Block 26 (life keeps happening) but am working . Workshops And Lectures, March 2023 Color Studies I did Blockhead 3 and it is a favorite quilt! Sewing the 6 finished blocks has been a challenge but Im learning that starch can a key to accuracy. Thank you for your time, expertise, creativity and dedication. Take care! I still have about a dozen to go. I have finished 50 blocks, my full time job gets in the way of full time sewing. I have learned, once again, that there just isnt enough time in the day for everything Id like to do! I love your layout alternative. I loved learning new techniques and seeing other quilter's blocks. Thank you for doing this I have thoroughly enjoyed following along with everyone and seeing what is going on in the quilting world. I love the different sizes of blocks that are included. Wild Blossoms Fabric This is a listing with links for all 52 blocks in the Block Heads 2 quilt. Fat Quarter Shop Sewing This has been so much fun. I have fabrics pulled and read all the post about the blocks. Cant wait to see what comes next! Good morning Moda Friends! We'll update this every week as new blocks are released. Here I have played with taking the colors through in horizontal and vertical bands, like a plaid. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. SFWeeklyDesigns Through quilting I have made many fantastic friends. Layout diagrams. Loved BH1 and BH2. I love doing color studies with quilt blocks! Towards The Sun Poppy Mae Fabric Just one more dance and the party is over. Moda's Blockheads Facebook Group is also excited, and there are so many beautiful fabric pulls to see - Moda Blockheads Facebook Group. Learned alot especially picking fabrics and color. A big thank you for the time you and the others have spent in contributing to this project. Oh what fun!! I love to see the variety of color used by each designer. Ive printed all the BH1 & BH2 patterns, put them in clear sheet protectors and into a binder and I havent made a single block! January 2021 I am making each of my rings with a color family and chose yellow, orange and pink for the quilt I am making. Enjoy seeing, doing and the inspiration! Have a great trip. I learned that a quieter background is better in the smaller blockssome of mine are crazy! July 2013 This is a listing of the blocks in this round. Looking forward to starting Blockheads 4. are you going to be adding block 14. cannot find it on the blog. All Rights Reserved. I have only one block left to complete. I did BH1 and Magic of Christmas, but along came life.so I picked out the 6 blocks from BH2 to make a throw quilt. Bonus blocks from Moda will come out on Fridays (about once a month). Thanks again! For the Moda Blockheads QAL we are proceeding with Block 54 hosted by Janet Clare. I have loved having this weekly challenge and am pleased with the quilts design. Thank you for all your hard work! Red Velvet. Meet Me in the Garden Video Tutorial Release Archive, 2023 Schedule for Primitive Gatherings & The Gathering. Im in the sewing mojo anyhow, so might as well work on other things. November 2013 Quilting was and is very important to me as friend got me started after our son passed away . Youre lucky youre missing out on this new system! It's September, it's National Sewing Month, and this is what's on our calendar. Toward the end, we will make some final alternations but this will be our general layout throughout the program. There are twenty-eight Designer blocks, and eight Bonus blocks. I have really enjoyed this project because I have learned not to stress if I fall behind, it will eventually get done. Dandi Annie May 2012 Corey Yoder's finished Moda Blockheads II Quilt. Be sure to check the box above E-mail Address for Moda Blog/Inspiration+Resources. Just finished reading your blog havent looked at the last block yet. Lisa I sure hope you get to enjoy some of Spain. What I learned from this sew-along i that I really need to stay on track otherwise Im lost;-). Lisa, Ive learned sooooon much. Yay! I love the variety of simple and challenging blocks. Today Coreys block 52 will post! Its a little bit sad, we have had so much fun together making our sampler quilt. I see that there are others like me, that have not made the blocks. Also working with applique is always calming. The yardage and cutting for that size quilt is in the instructions. I already have borders and backing for its current size. I'll provide pattern instructions for the corners when we are about half way through, just in case you want to join me with this design. June 2018 are the spacers 2.5 in strips? I will be doing it soon. I used your fat quarter kit for my quilt and I love it! Yes. Stack the half-triangle squares as shown with the corner points of the squares - or the drawn line - placed on a line of the cutting mat as shown. You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings.
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