Good Afternoon, Quilters!
Welcome to all the quilters joining us from the I Love Home blog hop!
Today is the first day of the Jacquelynne Steves Block of the month project. There are eight quilters participating–a great chance to see one quilt completed eight different ways as well as an opportunity to meet 8 new bloggers! WIN-WIN!
Speaking of WIN–each month YOU will have an opportunity to win great prizes by visiting new websites.
All of the patterns are offered at Jacquelyn’s’ website FREE! Just sign up at The Art of Home HERE.
BLOCK ONE
When you sign up you will receive the pattern for Block One today. (The other blocks will be available FREE each month).
As you can see, I changed the color way. I used a medium blue fabric in the center because I plan to machine quilt (with a Aurifil 28wt cotton thread) the motifs in the center of each block– (most quilters are appliquéing the houses in the center).
AURIFIL THREAD GIVEAWAY
Aurifil Thread is sponsoring the Block One giveaway! Thank you, Aurifil! Aurifil 50wt cotton is the perfect thread to use in both the bobbin and on top when piecing this lovely quilt. When we begin quilting it, my choice is 28wt cotton by Aurifil–the heavier weight shows our quilted line better!
Win one of the thread collections by leaving a comment at an of the designers who are participating in the blog hop. YOU have eight chances to win! You must leave a comment by August 14!
- The Crafty Quilter
- The Inbox Jaunt (me)
- Designs by Sarah J
- Farmhouse Quilts
- Penguin and Fish
- Podunk Pretties
- The Quilting Nook
- The Sewing Loft
A FEW TIPS
Time Saving Techniques
The center of the four blocks are all the same, so it will save time if you stitch four at once.
The corner squares are all the same as well--so stitch all 16!
PIECING TIPS
Thread:
I always piece with Aurifil 50 wt in both the top and the bobbin. We will use the heavier weight-Aurifil (28wt) cotton when we begin machine quilting. (More on that to come)
Machine Set-up
For best piecing technique, be sure to use a single hole throat plate. The smaller hole helps support the fabric from below and the needle can pierce the fabric more readily–less jamming and better stitch formation.
A Favorite Tool
Have your stiletto handy–it really helps feed the pieces through the machine–especially as you feed each new piece under the presser foot.
When you’re done, give the block a quick pressing and admire your work!
Be sure to check back frequently-
We will be doodling some options for the center block quilting–to make our quilts look like HOME!
Happy Homemaking!
Lori
PS…All tutorials, images and information are the property of Lori Kennedy at The Inbox Jaunt and are intended for personal use only. Feel free to re-blog, pin or share with attribution to The Inbox Jaunt. For all other purposes, please contact me at lckennedy@hotmail.com. Thanks!
471 comments
Elline JARNIGAN
Wow! I never thought about seeing all at once.
Donna Engelhart
I love aurafil thread. lovely to work with.
kerrid77
I’m excited to start this new BOM! I’m learning more about thread weights & threads to use for different projects. I’m learning hand embroidery & loving playing with thread!
Janice
like raw edge applique
Kristine
I love all of your helpful tips (and a chance to win Aurifil thread).
Karen L Jones
Love the idea of creating all the blocks at once. I definitely wouldn’t do it.
Rosemary Allen
Like the bright colors.
fhorn219
Thanks so much for all of this great information. It’s extremely helpful.
Ann
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Shirley Hayes
Aurifil thread is a GREAT giveaway
Terri
I love Aurifil thread! I follow your blog – your inspiration in free-motion quilting has helped me tremendously. Thank you!
Debra White
Wow, love this fabric combination! It’s amazing how one block can have so many different looks based on the quilter’s interpretation!
Anne
I love colors you use. I don’t known Aurifil threads and i hope to win…
Bobbi Jackson
Thanks for your helpful tips!
Marjorie A. Morgan
Would love to receive the aurifil thread , I enjoyed seeing what you created with the pattern
Patti Serenko
I really like your blocks and the color combinations.
Brenda Jerles
Thanks for all the tips!
Tina
Great time saving ideas. Thanks for sharing.
Angela Bowling
I think your idea of making the center blocks first is a great one. I wouldn’t have thought of that.
Regina Harris
Thanks for the very helpful tips — I would love to try Aurifil thread for this project.
Linda Colwell
I haven’t tried Aurifil thread yet due to cost but I know many people love it and I would love to win a box.
Alice McClurken
I am not too familiar with Aurifil thread, but using 50 wt. thread for piecing makes good sense.
Sandy K
I haven’t done much applique, I hope hone my skills.
Vicki H
Thanks for the tips, I love chain piecing whenever possible.
lauriejo
I really like your color choices! I haven’t tried Aurifil thread yet, but this would be a great opportunity to give it a try.
Linda Cejnar
I love your colors you chose. I would like to use the same colors. Can you tell me the fabric and colors you used? Thank you for the opportunity to win more Aurifil!
Lee
I love the block and the color fabric you used!
Mary Rogers
I use Aurifil thread for all my machine piecing. I only do a little machine quilting and Aurifil is my thread of choice for that also.
Pamela Collins
I love the colors and quality of the Aurifil threads. Thank you for including me for a chance to win.
Gail S.
Thank-you for the tips – I especially like the one about the throat plate.
lauriemd
I love your color choices and your suggestion to make all of the squares at the same time. Can’t wait to see where you go from here!
Deb Gruenbacher
Love your block 1.
Carol Cummings
Wonderful ideas!
Pauline Perry
Your block is great and I love the idea of making all 4 centers at once. Great tip. BTW I love Aurifill thread it is lint free and my machine is much happier.
Pauline
RondaHolt
Looking forward to seeing your completed blocks!
Judith Martinez
I’m excited to work on these blocks!!
Marilyn
Everything looks so pretty. Love the color.
Marilyn
Sarah
Have never tried Aurifil thread so would love to win this prize!
Sue Dent
I love the colour combination
Carol Nelms
I think this is going to be fun, and really pretty. I do machine applique, raw edge fusible. Thanks
cork@pa.rr.com
Judi Duncan
Thank you for the quick tips! I love applique on my machine….
Susan
Great choice of brights for your blocks. Looking forward to see the finished blocks.
Reba Walker
I’ve never done applique in any form but think I would prefer machine. I want to learn! I have a lovely Bernina to work with and can’t wait! Guess I’ll have to since I’m in an arm splint for the next 5 weeks.
Chiska
I love how much you can personalize the block. It looks so great!
Deborah L Contreras
I use Aurifil thread for all my quilt needs. Love the colors & how the finished piece looks, even found machine quilt thread with Aurifil. Yumm your block is great, thanks for tips.
Nancy P
Enjoyed your personal tips – thank you!
Andrea Reynolds
I plan on making a bigger quilt with some plain blocks. Thank you for the tips 🙂
Valerie S
How Fun! Love Aurifil 50wt and now anxious to see how the 28 wt looks when quilted.
Susan
II love Aurifil for piecing and I love your quilting motifs. Thank you for participating in this quilt-a-long. They are always fabulous. Thanks for hosting the giveaway.
Janice King
Love your colors choices and am looking forward to see your use of the 28 wgt. thread!
Elaine M.
I’ve never used Aurifil thread..but I know other quilters who love it. Would love to give it a try.
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