I was so thrilled to have my block chosen to be a part of Quiltmaker's 100 blocks volume 5 magazine edition. So exciting! Today is my day of the blog tour - be sure to check out the tour for the chance to win a copy of the magazine. You will have your chance to win 1 of 3 copies here, so read on!
I snapped a quick picture of my original block way back when, so sorry about the picture background - had I thought about it, I would have gotten a better picture. Anyway - my block is called Road Block - it has a lot of piecing in it, but it is so fun to put together!
I was so surprised to see my block and my name - or at least Green Fairy Quilts on the cover. What an honor! You can find my block and instructions on how to make it on page 64 of the magazine.
Here is another version of my block that I pieced this last week - I had this idea of a bright, rainbow type quilt and I think it turned out fun.
Here's the block in a simple row by row setting. I think I like it!
Then, this crazy idea came to me to make a bigger block - so, I doubled the size of my original 12 inch block to get a finished 24 inch block. Then, I added some borders. I am so happy with how this block turned out.
It was funny as I searched through my stash of fabric to make these sample blocks only to realize that I pretty much gave everything in my fabric stash to my mother - I hope she's happy - so I had to run to the quilt store for some fabric. This fabric line screamed at me as I walked by, so I bought some yardage of each piece in the line they carried. The line is called "Bright Owl" by Alice Kennedy for Timeless Treasures Fabrics.
Being the super optimist, I figured I would get 3 different bigger blocks to show you, but wouldn't you know it - I didn't get to the third one. In the meantime, I realized that I just need to make 6 of these blocks to get a super cute quilt. So, that's what I am going to do, eventually!
Here's the rest of the blocks all cut up and ready to go. I can't wait to finish this quilt, but I have some quilting to get done first.
So, how about a giveaway? Quiltmaker is giving away 1 copy of the magazine to my readers and I am throwing in 2 extra copies. So, just leave me a comment telling me what project you are working on. Simple as that! Good luck!
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 347 of 347Judi, I like the owl print with their huge eyes. The coordinating fabrics go really well with it. That shade of blue along with the green works really well together. I'm working on a Quiltmaker design by former editor Caroline Reardon called Perennial Petals from the March/April 11 issue of the magazine. Sandi
Gorgeous block! Congratulations on being published in QM 100 Blocks v5. I like the sweetwater fabrics and the little owls too. I'm working on a Japanese fan quilt -- and what you would not accept for a point would be a block that I'd call perfect.
I am working on a Schnibble quilt right now. Love the modern look of your block.
I'm working on several PDQ Patchwork baby quilts for our local pregnancy center.
baby quilts for the new little guy due in july - that's what i am working on ... and goodies for the baby shower ... and Snow Days ... and Over the River ... and the lqs BOM ... and a swaddler ... and some peekaboobies ...... no wonder nothing ever gets done around here
I LOVE the block in the brights! Congratulations!
Currently I am working on an I spy quilt for my son and a watercolor wall hanging from a class given by the quilt guild I belong to.
Right now I am doing the blog hop and also looking through a box full of magazines a friend passed on to me looking for easy, fun and scrap friendly quilts for donations. Your block fits the bill 100%. Hope to win a copy so I can make it soon. Congratulations on being chosen to be in Volume 5.
Congratulations on your great fun block ! Right now I am working on some house blocks for a BOM I am taking part in. Thanks forthe chance .
Congratulations! Your new quilt is going to be super cute :) I'm currently finishing up a Vanilla & Blooms quilt from two years ago. Better late than never.
I'm working on free pieced flowers from a Mary Lou Weidman workshop recently and cutting 2 quilts for an upcoming retreat.
I love the block. I am currently working on a memory quilt for my Aunt of her mother(my grandmother).
i am making a granny quilt for mt daughter
Congrats on making the cover of this most excellent magazine!
Right now I am making a black and white quilt for a niece who is graduating from high school. I must have it done by May 23 and it is still in the piecing stage. Yikes!
Congratulations! A beauty of a block! I'm currently working on two quilt. A "hugs and kisses" quilt for a wedding in June and a vintage hankie quilt for a one-year old. The hankies belonged to her great great grandmother.
I'm binding a Quilt of Valor, and it'll be on its way to Afghanistan soon.
Happy for your acceptance in the magazine. Love the colors and prints of your quilts. You've been added to my Favs. Thank you!
Looks like a fun block to make! The more pieces to a block, the more I like it! Right now, I am working on a table runner for the top of our tv console.
Love your block because it is such a happy block! I love pieced quilts because it takes a lot of skill to make those points match up! Congratulations on having your block chosen! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of volume 5! I have the other 4 issues and refer to them all the time! My favorite block books!!
Thanks for the giveaway. I'm currently working on my Farmer's Wife quilt.
That is an interesting block design. Should be fun to play around with in various color pallets. Congrats on getting your block chosen for the magazine. I always have multiple projects in the works, but am currently quilting the King quilt for our bed and also finishing up a quilt along wall hanging and just starting a new barn quilt. Never a dull moment around here!
Nice! Your block is awesome. I'm working on a swoon quilt (and about a hundred others in the works also) Also trying to learn quilting on my brand
new longarm. Which is why I stalk your blog!
Love your block!! It is just perfect for fussy cutting. I am working on a Mad Men inspired quilt made with Parson Gray fabric. Fun and outside my box.
As soon as I can get a copy of this volume 5, I will be working on blocks in it for a sampler quilt. I am looking forward to getting a copy of it.
Congrats on the block. Love it in all the colors.
Working on a quilt from Amish Inspired quilts. Also long arm quilting Cattails in the Meadow for a customer.
What an awesome block. Congrats on having your block chosen.
I LOVE the owl block the best! I am working on a few beauty queen sashes that will be awarded at a chili cookoff fund raiser we are putting on this weekend. I am working on a quilt that has owls in it. THanks for the chance to win! I love your blog :)
I'm learning how to use a longarm quilting machine. It's fun at time and other times I get discouraged.
I'm working on a 1930s quilt for my BFF. Just have to finish sewing down the binding.
Just love your block, especially the one with the owls in wach corner! I also like your block done in prints. it seems to talk to me when the solids are quiet.
Definitley want to win the book!
I have about 20 things going it seems, but the next one I want to finish is an iPad cover for my daughter and a baby quilt for my niece. Thanks for the giveaway.
I am working on an "Atlantis" quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.
Im working on some quilts that the FRMQG helped to piece for some young kiddos who lost their mother to cancer.
I love your block, I cannot wait to win a copy so i can make it!
thank you for the givaway!!!
Love your block - since I do hand piecing - this would be fun to take on vacation with me. Hopefully it would be the only "road block" we'd run into.
I really like the orange and browns - orange happens to be my favorite color, but you just don't see it often! I'm currently in a stash busting mood, so I'm getting ready to work on a red and white 9 patch...boring compared to this!
I'm working on a small quilt for a little girl that just had a birthday. I'm late!
Beautiful! I can't wait to get my copy - I have all of them except the first one!
Congratulations! I like coming to your blog, your work is amazing!!
As to what I'm working on....which project/ufo? lol
Congrats on making the cover. Love your block. Thanks for the chance to win.
I'm working on patchwork flour sack towels for 4 of my girlfriends and also piecing a quilt for my newest little nephew!
Just put the striped borders (even managed to miter the corners) on a hexagon "I Spy" quilt with lots of transportation vehicles for my grandson's 2nd birthday present.
I really like the block in the solid color way! working on a block of the month in red, green and white.
I paused my quilt making to make some cloth diapers. But The quilt I was working on was a simple 9patch. I think thats what its called.
Nice block! I am working on a strippy quilt done all in lavender fabrics with 16 1/2 inch blocks. It is very Springy looking.
I am working on a NON strip pieced bargello... lots and lots and lots and lots of 2.5" squares.
Congratulations on getting your block included in the magazine! I'm just finishing a quilt for my niece's college graduation gift. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway.
I am working on a Mystery Quilt.
I'm working on a FQ Shop mystery BOM from 2009 lol! Nothing like keeping caught up lol!
Really like your block! I am finishing up a scrappy mystery quilt challenge that I planned to give to my daughter-in-law.Thanks for the giveaway.
Congrats on the block! It sure looks fun! I am in the middle of repairing a vintage quilt for a friend. After that, it is time to work on my dh's quilt. All the blocks are sewn and the setting triangles cut, it's just hard getting the guts to actually set it all together! Never did a quilt on point before! YIKES!
Sandy A
I'm trying to get 9 quilts done by the end of June!!! Have to get them ready for Christmas presents!!
I am making a doll-sized quilt and handquilting it.
Your block is wonderful, so different! I love the shapes and all the colors you showed it in. Presently working on quilting a small quilt swap and some flannel owls.
Such a fun block! I am busy working on a stars and stripes throw in shirting and a lime green layered square quilt for my sister.
I'm making my brother a Quilt of Valor, as well as participating in a few qal's; my favorite thing.
Congratulations on your cover block! I just recently finished three quilt tops so that I can "play" on the longarm as soon as school's out. I'm slowly finishing up the Farmer's Wife Sampler Quilt blocks, so I guess that makes 4 quilts in the works.
Right now I'm working on Garden Angels, a quilt for a friend. Hope to have it done by July.
Congratulations Judi! It's a fabulous block & I love the large size! Thank you so much for the give-away. Oh boy, what am I not working on?! One of my main projects currently is the Dear Jane quilt. Fun but persnickety at times!
Maureen
I likie your block, all the versions of it. I'm working the 2nd of 3 quilts for end of school year teacher gifts.
I am currently working on "The Generals' Wives" BOM.
Congratulations cover girl! This book looks like a great resource.
Congrats, front cover too! Woo Hoo!
I'm working on a T-shirt quilt for the UNM Lobo Club in memory of my Mom.
Love it! I just finished a large queen size quilt and am ready to tackle some smaller projects. I need to make some gift bags for teacher appreciation week.
Love the block, and the different colorways you've done it in! Nice! And I'm working on my orange and white Jubilee quilt (commemorates me turning 50 this year)!
I love to do wool projects and I have almost finished my wool baltimore album quilt
Congratulations!! Such a fun block, so many looks with different fabrics.
I'm working on a Mystery Quilt on the QCA web site, and also a Judy Niemeyer Paper Pieced Quilt.
I am working on a heart square for a quilt or quilts to be raffled off later in the summer for Ovarian cancer. The proceeds will go to someone in the state of Maine and or another state (I dont remember)for transportation costs. I am also in a quilt of the month group and we are working on a quilt called continueing the romance. I am also in a Mardi and Me group. I have started "storm of the Sea" wall hanging, Lazy afternoon just needs quilting and binding, and Hexagon one. I am also making a memory quilt out of childrens clothing for my sister-in-law. I need to have a finishing up party and get all these things finished.
This is so great - getting to see so many new quilting blogs! I love your block in the bright colors and the cute owl fabric. I am working on a pink (with butterflies and dragonflies) quilt for my granddaughter, Ella, in a log cabin block.
Currently in between projects at the moment, but I'd sure love to win a copy of this!!!
Congratulations on being included! I'm finishing up Cut to the Chase. I started it last weekend at a mystery quilt retreat, but I got sick halfway through and had to leave. Pity points, maybe? :)
I love the block done with the rainbow colors the best but it is so versitile! I am working on learning machine quilting right now. Have several tops done waiting to be quilted :)
Nice block! I really like the rainbow version. Congrats on being included in the magazine.
I'm currently working on Karen Combs' Batik Go-Round. It's a scrappy quilt done in tone-on-tone batiks made up of squares and half-square triangles with the value placements forming an offset spiral. It's my first full-size quilt, and I'm doing everything by hand.
Am trying to design a quilt for my brother who lives in Hawaii. With various flora and fauna that I saw on my first visit.
I recently got some Chloes Closet and I am going to make a baby quilt for my daughters best friend who is due in June. I love the block it is very modern, especially in the 24" size I think it would be great to show large print fabrics. Love the little owls so cute, need some for a boy baby quilt. I really want to win the magazine for the block ideas. I just ordered the swoon pattern so thats next after the baby quilt.
great blocks thanks for the giveaway angchappell@yahoo.com
Congratulations on having a block in Vol 5. I'm working on pink and black half and half blocks for a lap quilt.
Beautiful block, what a talented lady you are!
Surpresa na capa?Que nada você tem talento e capricho para tanto e muito mais,PARABÉNS.Eu estou sempre com projetos hexágonos,então estou terminando uma colcha king para casamento de afilhada,desta vez com maior tamanho 4cm.Obrigada.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com
I like your block and the fabrics you used. Thanks for showing all the different options, they are great. Congrats on being in the 100 block issue!
Love your contribution! I'm working on a baby boy quilt using Peak Hour. Thanks for chance to win! (Email: marshudson at comcast dot net)
I am working on baby quilts for the county public health home visits.
Great quilt block which I really like in that owl fabric. It looks like a fun block to make. Currently I am between projects and am not sure which one I will be starting next.
Congratulations!! I love your block design! Thank you for showing it in the various colorways! And thanks for the giveaway! I'm currently working on a denim quilt, using jeans that belonged to both my sons! I've been saving jeans for a while and have enough for 2 quilts.. One for each of them!
I am working on too many things at the moment! First priority is finishing up a charity quilt I started.
I'm working on a baby quilt for a friend of mine baby girl ;a baby quilt for my new niece who will born tomorrow...oh oh I'm late.. and a pillow for my friend Grazia. Too busy for a mum, housewife, worker outside and wife? yes, but it's fun. Thank you for the chance. Barbara from Italy
I'm working on a baby quilt for a friend of mine baby girl ; my new niece who will born tomorrow...oh oh I'm late.. and a pillow for my friend Grazia. Too busy for a mum, housewife, worker outside and wife? yes, but it's fun. Thank you for the chance. Barbara from Italy
I haven't really sewn much in the past month... Tomorrow I will be sewing.... first a couple of pairs of shorts for my 9yo for dancing... and then back to my New York Beauty paper piecing and a preemie quilt for the local hospital
That is one cute block! Is it paper-pieced? I love the Owls fabric, too. That will be one sweet quilt. I'm working on the Color Challenge at the 15 Minutes Play blog. This week its "peach". There will be a new color challenge posted on Wednesday. Its fun.
I really like your block Judy! If you reversed your colors - made the background colored & the center white - it would be a very cute signature block too!
I'm working on a fused applique challenge quilt this week. It must be done by Friday to make it into our quilt show!! I'd better get back to work on it NOW!
Like a dream coming true, see your name in a magazin ;)
I'm currently working on two different quilts; a "vingerhoedquilt" (thimble? I think) and 'varia hexagon' both by hand, which is new to me. I usually do everything with the machine :)
Congrats on your block! It is super cute. I am actually working on a 4 part quilt from Quiltmaker, called Meet Me At the Manor! Rachel
I am finishing up the binding on a baby quilt for a little girl that is soon to be born.
Cute block. Can see this as a scrap buster. I am working on a Farmer's Wife and Chain of Love quilts, as well as many charity quilts.
Hi-this is so cute! I'd love a big block, think of all the space for quilting! I'm working on a tumbler quilt for H2H 2012.
Love your block. Congratulations on your entry to the 100 Block magazine. Working on Aunt Gracie's Garden.
I am working on "Granny's Domestic Bliss" Trying to quilt bees and words on the borders. I am also working on a bunch of other little projects and my blocks for the Red White and Blue blog hop and a table runner for my CaMom and... Hello Sunshine and... and.... :)
Love your block!
I'm cutting out pieces in my Bali Pops Quilt Kit. Plus, making 5 quilted tote bags.
trilliumcreates AT gmail DOT com
LOVE your block! I am working on finishing a patriotic log cabin quilt to display for Memorial Day and July 4th! My son is deploying to Afghanistan Saturday so I want to start displaying it then!!!
How wonderful to be recognized by your fans! I love you block and color choices. Your blogs is an inspiration. I've never seen this magazine, so would love to win one! Thank you!
Fun block and I love the little owl fabric. I will have to get some of that.
What a lot of quilters working posted here. The large block quilts sounds like fun. I am working on a log cabin quilt and a strip quilt AND an applique quilt.
I just finished my first queen sized quilt yesterday, so I am back to working on the Patchwork Prism QAL! Thank you for the giveaway, love your block!
I'm working on a BOM, trying to get caught up, and a French Vintage quilt that Thelma made "Cupcakes and Daisies" a while back. Love that pattern.
Thanks for the giveaway! Great block! I am working on signature quilts for Teacher Appreciation Week at my children's school!
Amy
Great block! I am working on so many things right now, a pouch for my mom, a computer cover for my sister, a quilt for a sister in law, curtains for the house.... the list goes on and on!
Congratulations on getting into the mag! That's a lovely block and I really like it when seen all together in a quilt.
I have 2 projects in the works... I have a throw for my couch in browns and teals... which I love... ready to be quilted and I have a 9 and 25 patch scrappy quilt for my Sister in law! I am super excited about both!
What a fantastic block - I especially love it in the rainbow colorway! I am currently struggling to make 7 kids' lap quilts for great nieces and nephews who should have been gifted with baby quilts!!!
Right now I have six different projects going! But my favorite is the Framer's Wife Quilt Sampler. I am truely enjoying that BOM club!
~Cece
Very nice block, and at twice the size it's twice as nice. I'm attaching binding to 3 quilts I recently got back from the longarmer. Kathie L in Allentown
I am finishing up a crazy quilt for my niece's daughter Claire.
I love your block!! Right now I'm working on my SWOON.
Fun block...congrats on being chosen for the magazine! I'm working on a small wall hanging right now. Thanks for the chance to win!
~Terry~
Congratulations on having your quilt block featured on the cover! Today I'm working on a quilt full of All Star sneakers that are paper- pieced. Lots of bright colors.
Love your block! Especially the one with the Owl fabric! I'm working on a coin quilt right now along with some shirts and pj's for my boys! Thanks for a chance to win! :)
I have 3 WIPs right now. A commissioned piece for my cousin, a patchwork throw using Terrain by Kate Spain, and some fun sushi themed pocketed pot holders for myself.
Thanks for the giveaway!
megromeo@gmail.com
Cute fun block and I love the bright fabrics.
In the evenings I'm finishing a knitted scarf and I need to get quilting on my next UFO :)
Congrats on having a block in the magazine. Your block looks good in all the fabrics but I especially like the owls. I'm working on the Orca Bay mystery quilt that was revealed in Jan. Better late than never! Thanks for the chance to win.
I love your Quilt Block and your Owl Fabrics! I am currently working on a quilt from my Dad's Shirts and Ties...
I am currently working on a twin sized leader ender project using 4 patches. It will go to some charity i haven't decided which one yet.Are you collecting quilts to go to Romania and what size do you like?
What a fun block. It looks so great in a quilt all put together. Congratulations on having your block included in this year's issue.
Thank you for a great giveaway and a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
actually.... nothing. i'm still looking for an easy pattern until i read your blog..... hopefully this book will give some great patterns.
ivyworis@yahoo.com
Hi Judi, love doubling the size of the block. I love the rainbow colors, the primary solids are outstanding. Thank you for your block and the giveaway. LOL
What an eye popping block
I am currently working on eye spy quilts for my 4-yr old grandson and the new one to be born in October.
I have so many going on at one time it is crazy! I need to finish the binding to the queen size quilt for my bed.
Oh my gosh, what an honor to have your work chosen. Just a fleeting thought for most of us as we are quietly quilting.
I am currently working on a quilt made up of rooster blocks for my mother. Three more quilts, one for each daughter and one more quilt to be given away at a Women's Aglow Conference.
So I am working on five quilts and will have them all finished by Christmas.
I have no UFO's at this time. Yes, I am bragging about no UFO's.
Hope you have a wonderful year quilting and designing. What a great way to enjoy life.
Love your block!! Currently I'm working on a 30's Ohio Star quilt...it's coming out gorgeous!! Thanks for a chance to win!!
WOW, WOW, WOW, I love this block!!!!! I'm a regular follower of your blog, and love the quilting that you do. One of these days, I'd like to have you quilt one of my quilts. Thanks for the chance at this giveaway!
I can't wait to get this book, I missed volumes 1-4 gonna have to get them too.
Great giveaway! I am currently working on a bright & cheery quilt.
I'm currently working on a kid quilt for a school auction. Almost done!
I just finished a commissioned quilt - WAHOO! - So I'm in between projects. I DO have a graduation dress for a friend almost done, then 2 church banners to make - so I guess that my lastest projects. =)
I am currently work on my ruffle clutch...Congratulations for having your block at the cover page!!
Love your block! The big ones are fab! This is my year for finishing projects, and I'm just now sewing the binding on a gorgeous bright batik buggy barn crazies quilt.
I'm working on a BOM project where the shop is using the last QuiltMaker 100 block. I'm using the orange/pink Dear Stella Line for it. Would love a chance to get another edition of this magazine!
Love your work. I am making a quilt for my mother in law, and have hit a stand still. So am blog hopping instead.
I wonder how you know if you have designed a new block?
I really really would like to win this magazine! The Bright Owl fabric is cute - I have been considering buying a fat quarter assortment of that very same line. I like how fun and fresh your block looks. - Sandy
I'm finally getting around to the different blogs....
I'm currently doing a mystery quilt from MysteryQuilts4Military -only 2 more clues to go!
Two projects, a tote bag and a quilt made from gorgeous batiks in purples, blues, yellows and greens!
I'm not working on anything right now, unless working in my mind counts! LOL!
I am working nonstop on creating my sewing room-we just moved into a larger apartment....so I get a whole room! While watching baseball games at night I am working on a couple appliqued blocks for fellow guild members undergoing cancer treatment.
Thanks for showing different color variations of your block it looks fabulous! I am currently working on several projects, who stops at one? Most important one at the moment is a cot quilt for my first grandchild expected in less than four weeks.
A friend asked me to make a quilt for her to use in her engagement pictures and at her wedding. I'm getting ready to start quilting it today!
A tote bag made from dark blue batiks! Love your block!!
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