Pull black and white fabrics and one accent fabrics per block. Try to go for true, crisp black and whites, not fabrics with a bunch of grey. Accent colors are lime green, Caribbean blue, and bright yellow. I pulled some examples to show you. My lime doesn't look very lime-y, but you get the idea.
Cut (8) 5.5" squares from the black and white fabrics and one from the accent fabric and arrange into a 9 patch with the accent square in the center.
Sew together into a 9 patch.
Subcut the 9 patch in half vertically and horizontally by measuring 2.5" in on the center patch.
Arrange as shown and sew back together. Blocks should finish at 15" sq.
(Edited to Add: View some finished quilts here)
Perfect timing! I was hoping you'd post the new block early so I can get started. I'd like to send my last July star block with some new August 9 patches. I also just got a batch of black and white fabrics from eBay...my stash was completely missing this critical color combo :)
ReplyDeleteThe baby gifts in your last post are just darling! What a good idea to spiff up some plain onesies with patches like that. So cute!
This looks like a fun one. I should have time next week to make some of these. I bet the resulting quilts will be stunning. I love black prints with a bold accent color.
ReplyDeleteI've never made one of these, but have wanted to. Things have slowed down finally, so I think I see some blocks with your name on them :)
ReplyDeleteNow, THIS is a block I can wrap my head around (and the color options are PERFECT for my stash!!) BTW... July block should go in the mail tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteThis is very interesting and I would like to join in. I link to you from Tish's blog.
ReplyDeleteYes! Please send me an address to mail my blocks. I would be honored to participate. During her last days, my mother had a special quilt we bought from Target. (This was before I began sewing.) My husband still uses that quilt when he needs a hug from his mama. Thank you for this opportunity!
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