I have started sewing the blocks together but I love the thought of separating the blocks with sashing to show the blocks off. There are a few notes about using this layout for a larger quilt, but yardage and cutting hasn't been calculated. I have my first grandbaby on the way, so next quilt is a baby quilt! Welcome to the Moda Block Heads - Round 2! (But again, a challenge!) How to participate? I am moving slowly-I have only finished half the blocks. I've spent 25 minutes going through everything I could click on and still no pattern. 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". Thanks SO much! There are twenty-eight Designer blocks, and eight Bonus blocks. I have definitely learned to measure 3 times, cut once! are the spacers 2.5 in strips? This Archive includes the links to everything shared for Blockheads 4 - Designer blocks, Bonus blocks, setting options, blog posts, and so on. Town Square Garden I am doing it in scrappy yellow, gray and black, not sure how the appliqu will look may have to add orange. I have learned that too many prints in a 6 block doesnt work. The Moda All-Stars like cake. Thank you for all you do. Today, Wednesday March 23, 2022, is the beginning of Moda Blockheads 4. Love, love, love your designs!! Love your work. Bountiful Sew Along Love doing Moda Blockheads 1 and 2. Watercolor Painting And sent me back down the rabbit hole of fabric selections to do justice to these ideas! I did Blockhead 3 and it is a favorite quilt! The Moda All-Stars like cake. December 2018 Just waiting on those last 2 blocks. I've missed these! Seize The Day Calendars Bonus blocks from Moda will come out on Fridays (about once a month). Ive finished 50 blocks, still working on #51 with its 5000 pieces. Modern to transitional quilt designer. I still have about a dozen to go. To use the same block placement as the quilt in the Final image, we have included a diagram with numbered blocks - e.g., Block 38 goes here. What Ive learned?? Some of the teal/aquas that would work well here are Seafoam, Peacock, Pond, Turquoise, Ocean, Horizon. Lisa, thank you so much for your contributions to the stitch a long. Moda Blockheads Round 4 Line-Up Block 1: Lynn Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles Quilters (March 23, 2022) Square Wheel Block Block 2: Jenelle Kent of Pieces of Pieces to Treasure (March 30, 2022) Cooee Block Block 3: Laurie Simpson of Minick & Simpson (April 6, 2022) Kouign Amann Block Block 4: Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs (April 13, 2022) Spinner Pansy's Posies Lisa Bongean - Pieced Alternate Block instructions not shared. (This is especially good when there are a lot of them!). We'll update this every week as new blocks are released. It's September, it's National Sewing Month, and this is what's on our calendar. Moda will then post the block pattern later in the week. (The block instructions are also linked below, and in theBlockheads 4 Archive.). modafabrics Published: Sep 28 2022 - 02:00 Welcome to the Moda Blockheads - Round 4! This week's block is Star Crossed by Corey Yoder. © 2023. Its the first time I have participated in something like this. I am happy to be back and doing them and starting another fun quilt with this Blockheads group! All Rights Reserved. Get Your Mitts on These: Sew Your Own Insanely Stylish Oven Gloves! August 2018 :), Carrie, 31 Day Blogging Challenge I did finally learn to snip & twist when seams cross each other, took me forever to figure it out but came in handy on block 52! That is it for this round of Moda Blockheads3 2020 Quilt Along. There are so many blocks and so much work to do in my life. The blocks can be made with your fabric choices, and the instructions will give you all details for three different block sizes to make. Love It!!! I love your layout Lisa, I think it will help the blocks stand out. Looking forward to the new year, have you ever considered making a Temperature Quilt? I did do your finish for Round 1 and love it. Toward the end, we will make some final alternations but this will be our general layout throughout the program. Layer Cake Quilts Its really getting old. Read on for more info on how to get started, including a palette of Bella Solids and a temperature tracker download. BLOCK #1 is SQUARE WHEEL from Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles Quilters. 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'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. Lay out the background fabric squares and pieced blocks according to the layout diagram (see layout with grid). Ive finished only 20 blocks but am sure Ill finish them all .love them! Quilting That I make progress with other projects when I have weekly deadlines. I'm putting Block 1 in the center and using a cheery yellow like a sun with rays reaching out. Creative Grids Rulers 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! So happy it is time for Moda Blockheads again! Cooee by Jenelle Kent of Pieces to Treasure is Block 2 for Blockheads. Here I have played with taking the colors through in horizontal and vertical bands, like a plaid. Also working with applique is always calming. Have not started. I have learned, once again, that there just isnt enough time in the day for everything Id like to do! April 2020 We have not heard a hint if the Moda designers have anything new planned. November 2014 Depending on the fabrics she uses for each block, she's pretty sure she'll need a little more of a few of them. Emilia Quilt Moda Blockheads Round 4 Line-Up. If the seams on the right side seem counter-intuitive - a bit backwards - pressing them this way means that the four quarters can be joined, and the seams will all abut. Its going to be so much fun to sew. Love your setting! I learned your technique for starching fabrics for piecing small blocks accurately.came in very handy so thank you so much. It's September, it's National Sewing Month, and this is what's on our calendar. Thanks for visiting and supporting Primitive Gathering Quilt Shop where I try to bring you the best Moda fabrics and wool projects anywhere! I tried block one just to see if I could do it. Or 4 corners of color with the center squares reflecting the outer colors. I really look forward to Wednesday mornings so I can see the new block. This time its one from Joannas line Fig & Shirtings. But bought your fabric collection and have all the instructions printed out making it my summer project and looking forward to seeing how you set it. The small blocks could use soft Washed Linen, Oatmeal and Toast with Pink Grapefruit, Smoked Paprika and Aged Penny. T Shirts And Giftware I did make AND finish Blockheads 1 and it will be in the Vermont Quilt Festival this year! The Moda All-Stars like cake. Sew remaining border strips on top and bottom; trim ends to form exact corners. I cant wait to see your finished BH2. Color Studies Thank, Robin, for again providing much stimulation and ideas through your color studies for the blockhead blocks. Thank you so much for the archive!!! Welcome to the Moda Block Heads - Round 2! Lets dive in and finish this great project together! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent. Thank you to all you designers for giving your time. No. I thought I had decided on making all in 9 inch but now that I have seen your lay out ideas I am no longer sure. listed below are some of our upcoming We're counting down the days until Saturday - September 18! I kept up til January then my time became busy with making Quilt of Valor quilts to be displayed in a dinner in the orchard fund raiser for our local vets museum. Coconut. June 2018 #ShowMeTheModa Some days the only time I have for stitching is in the car line at school pickup time. Red Velvet. You might have some sewing to finish up Hello, all my Granny Square/ Family Reunion QAL'er's. September 2019 So, what Ive learned is to WAIT! Ive also spent some time talking with you at Festival in Houston. October 2013 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, Lissa's blog post about her block and the story behind the name, Robin's blog post with block instructions, Laurie's post with an Uneven Nine-Patch Block variation for 4" and 8" blocks, Lisa's blog post with piecing and half-triangle square paper tips, Brigitte's post with ideas for how else to use the block, Jan's post sharing Birdhouse and other projects, Block 4 Instructions & Appliqu Templates, Stacy Iest Hsu's Alternate Birdshouse Pieced Block, Betsy's post with piecing and pressing tips, Corey's post with alternate piecing method, Lisa Bongean's Instructions for a 4" version of Star Chain, The Cutting Table - BH3 Answers & Layouts, https://blog.figtreeandcompany.com/moda-blockheads-4-alternate-blocks/. I think the most difficult part is deciding a colorway. June 2013 This Archive will be updated each week by MODA, in descending chronological order, with the newest block at the top. A square pillow made with one 9" finished block. Full Bloom Quilt Block Robin Pickens Shop For Quilt Patterns Thank you blockheads one and two! It is different than anything else I have ever thought of doing. And they love Layer Cakes! This has been a wonderful experience and Im looking forward to BH3. I also love to cook when I get the chance. endstream endobj 39 0 obj <> endobj 40 0 obj <. I Have All 52 Blocks Done! I loved learning new techniques and seeing other quilter's blocks. Im working on a quilt for my soon to be born granddaughter, Ericca. Wool projects are the best for that lots of your patterns & wools have been there with me! #ModaStitchPink Layout diagrams. I did do this but will I know receive you blog posts via email? So, 49 done. Too many things happening (LIFE!) Read on for more info on how to get started, including a palette of Bella Solids and a temperature tracker download. Details: Looking forward to seeing new things in the months ahead. Through quilting I have made many fantastic friends. We did it! Youre lucky youre missing out on this new system! This week I have another project for the leftovers in your scrap box. I can also see using isolated blocks for smaller projects or as fillers where needed. It was hard to choose colors every week not knowing what the finial layout would be. 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. To keep track of all the blog posts, Designer setting options, and other Blockheads-related posts, the best resource is -Blockheads 4 Archive. We'll update this every week as new blocks are released. The pieced block will measure 5" x 5". Thank you. It's the first time I have participated in something like this. Quilt Settings I loved learning new techniques and seeing other quilters blocks. I love to see the variety of color used by each designer. I dont have very many blocks done but its slow and steady right? The complete list of Designer blocks, bonus blocks, setting options and blog posts for Blockheads 4. Take your time. Thanks so much to the designers for their creativity. I am not sure how to calm the quilt down. Ive completed all 52 blocks, including #31 my first curved piecing ever. Assembly Lay out the pieces for one quarter as shown. I was just introduced to you by my dealer. I hope you have enjoyed every step of it these 56 weeks. Something else may interrupt my plan. October 2018 I wanted to make the foundation paper-piecing sheets so that I would be forced to (or have a good excuse to) put in time learning more about my software every week. 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. August 2021 November 2017 February 2022 October 2020 Moda's blog:. Quilting was and is very important to me as friend got me started after our son passed away . I have learned patience and learned to take my time on each block to get the results I dream of. Use this link to sign-up - and don't forget to click the little box for the blog: https://modafabrics.com/inspiration-resources/newsletter, Love the block- came together quickly. There's still time to join in this fun project. For the quilting you have so much negative space that allows for wonderful intricate quilting, so do yourself a favor, spoil yourself, and indulge in the luxury of a custom quilted service, like the ones below (click on the pictures to visit their website). The form can be found here -https://modafabrics.com/inspiration-resources/newsletter, 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, Moda's Inspiration + Resources - Block 28, https://www.instagram.com/michellewhitemakes/, Moda's Inspiration + Resources - Block 27, https://www.instagram.com/corianderquilts/, Moda's Inspiration + Resources - Block 26, Moda's Inspiration + Resources - Block 25, https://www.instagram.com/brendariddledesigns/, https://www.instagram.com/betsy_chutchian/, https://www.instagram.com/thimbleblossoms/, Yardage Information & Setting Option No. Need to check my details and sew my corner sample to double check and I'll be posting more details on the settings and what fabric it needs, sizes, etc, in a couple weeks. Good morning Moda Friends! The small HST in those are 1 1/2" finished with a 3" square center piece. 11/14/2018 Update: If you are looking for the Moda 2017 Blockheads, our free pattern page has been removed by request. All of your family and friends are going to be so impressed AND!!!!! Dont miss Modas Giveaway to win a Layer Cake from the designer of the week! The symmetry pleases my ocd and the sashing is definitely a plus. 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.. We'll update this every week as new blocks are released. Next time I plan to stock up on your tiny triangles papers and maintain my sanity. The layout options are after the blocks. I learned to better trust myself to make small changes to the blocks/layout of the quilt, individualizing it to make it my own. I have too many irons in the fire right now, but I have saved them all and plan to continue working on it, and especially now that you have shown your setting. February 2019 I used your fat quarter kit for my quilt and I love it! Snow again. I loved the gray focus fabric although I normally am not a gray person. Thank you for all that you share with us and all the work that goes into that. I have five blocks left to make, but the fabric is selected and the pieces cut which for me is the biggest challenge.I do have a large pile of whoops-wrong-choice-what-was-I-thinking squares and rectangle of assorted sizes. So excited to have kept up with the blocks, just have this block to finish. 8, Crown and Star by Betsy Chutchian - Block No. Moda grandmothers share the pleasures and inspiration sewing for their grandkids provides. Since I havent started making blocks for this quilt yet, maybe Ill start next Wednesday and make my first bunch of blocks. Im having trouble getting the pfd for block crown and star. Check out the other designers for Moda Blockheads too and share your blocks on the facebook group! November 2022 Fat Quarter Quilts Moda grandmothers share the pleasures and inspiration sewing for their grandkids provides. Its always fun to see everyones color choices too! Hi Jenny! Ive collected all the patterns, and pulled fabrics five or six times. Seeing the incredible variety of interpretations for each new block has me thinking about using colors and combinations that so far Ive avoided. does that count. Know that you touch many people! April 2022 I have saved all 52 blocks for MBH2, and the MBH1 files as well. I have only one block left to complete. Cant wait to see this one. I can see improvement throughout the progression of the blocks. Yours are always clever and so well thought out. A big thank you for the time you and the others have spent in contributing to this project. Let's go! Red Velvet. Quilt Borders Actually BLOCKHEADS is a kind of mystery quilt along, since you don't get a picture of the finished . I am beyond excited to have 50 blocks done woohoo!!! Quilt Patterns Other Fabrics Join 39,658 other subscribers by entering your email address below! I was late to join but have completed 45. Youre not afraid of teeny tiny pieces and those blocks are the most fun to make. Sure dont know everything so heres your something funny my youngest (the smart aleck!) Were at the end of our quiltalong! Calendar Tea Towel However, I was instructed to set up an account thru Bloglovin. Something new I learned how to do during BH2 is using triangle papers! I will be doing it soon. And that's it. Carolina Lilies 27 - Threaded by Michelle White from Moda, 25 - Heart by Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique, 16 - Indiana Puzzle by Tammy Vonderschmitt, 6 - Spinning Into Spring by Linzee McCray, 5 - Two of Five by Barbara Groves of Me & My Sister Designs, 4 - Spinner by Anne Sutton for Bunny Hill Designs, 3 - Kouign Amann by Laurie Simpson of Minick & Simpson, 2 - Cooee by Jenelle Kent of Pieces To Treasure, 1 - Square Wheel by Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles, Introduction - Yardage Information & Setting Option No. :), Blockhead 3 pdf will not open from 5-11 please help love this resource thank you, Love your blockheads. Thank you and all the other designers. June 2019 We are fast approaching another winter storm here as we are located at the intersection of Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. I loved this and hope to do it again. I have been stalled at Block 26 (life keeps happening) but am working on finishing the whole quilt! Your work will reflect your patience. Where do I find the pattern for the HOUSE block? Thank you for your contributions to this endeavor. I still need to sew them together but after doing this I already have enough blocks for two samll quilts. I have completed the first two blocks. The lady I bring my quilts to let them quilted is Rachel Hauser from Stichedincolor.com in the Netherlands. No images may be reproduced without permission. 1 by Michelle White, https://modafabrics.com/inspiration-resources/newsletter, Jenelle's Blog Post about the block with the instructions -, Moda's Inspiration+Resources post with a cutting tip and Basic Layout option -. 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. So far I have made around 25 blocks using Halloween fabrics. I have printed out all the block patterns and I dutifully check all the makers blogs each week. I have 4 blocks to go (a 3 week trip to Texas stopped my progress); I realized my least favorite sizes are the 6 1/2 blocks with tiny pieces.they were a challenge. I love it. Village Quilt This means 4 big blocks in center, 20 small blocks next and 12 big blocks in the outer row. Ill be looking for your photos in up coming Blogs as I travel through the eyes of others. Im super excited as Ill be able to visit your store in Murrieta this summer! Mod Flower Box December 2013 Where is the instructions for Blockhead 14? As last year we have these well known Moda designers on board: Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles - Betsy Chutchian - Jan Patek - Jo Morton - Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings. January 2023 I have only made a few blocks so far. You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. I enjoy your down-to-earth approach to everything and that you always think about us as quilters and how you can make things easier and work better for us. Couple details about the sew-a-longthere will be 28 blocks from designers and 8 extra bonus blocks if you want to make more (so potentially 36 if you make all the free bonus quilt blocks). July 2013 Jenelle's fabric pull mixes towelings from her Lakeside Toweling collection and quilting cottons from Sweetfire Road's Midnight In The Garden. Ive learned that I CAN do teeny, futzy blocks, but Ive also learned that I need to retire before I can do them well. I just wanted to say that your layout is beautifulcant wait to see it in your colors! Safe travels! This lettered quilt block makes for a perfect Valentine project. I have completed 51 of the 52 blocks and cant wait to do the last one! February 2013 :). Block Heads 3 is here and we've got some new wrinkles this year. I have really enjoyed this project because I have learned not to stress if I fall behind, it will eventually get done. Backslash We'll update this every week as new blocks are released. That is great. Carrot. Thatched Basics November 2020 Sampler Spree I love the variety. Maybe your layout will help. Cant wait to see the finished quilt. Welcome to Our Garden Rolling Petals Sew Along! Red Velvet. And Ive learned a lot about choosing sections of a block for paper piecing. I havent taken the time to sit down and decide on what fabrics I want to use. Thank you so much for your wonderful designs!! I have learned how to press open seams so they lay better then ever before. I have only one block left to complete. Oh your blocks are gorgeous too. You took what looked like a simple block and turned it in to a dizzying array of possibilities to try out. You have expanded your collection of different blocks, all free to use in all kinds of several projects.

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