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B. Annie Quilt Block Pattern Book

Quilt Block Patterns

B. Annie Quilt Pattern is all about ME! I don’t say that a lot.

This Quilt started with a simple Bear Paw quilt block and then drawing and drawing sixteen quilt blocks that took that simple block and made all sixteen mine.

The quilt as always going to have white background, I love quilt lines on white fabric, pink of course that’s me, adding color with greens, red, in both solids and prints. The outside border is pieced with green square and triangle leaves.

B. Annie at the Etsy Shop
B. Annie in Print and eBook

Have you ever made a quilt and as each quilt block is finished you giggle at what you just did? This is how I felt as this quilt was going together, into a finished eighty-eight by eighty-four-inch quilt. Kind of Perfect.

That’s my B. Annie quilt all about ME! Should say that more, one of my faults? Maybe it’s just taking care of so many.

But this quilt is ME and MINE! B. Annie Quilt

Now IF you have read this far?!?! and who does?!? I am going to share these! Yes, AI helped me do them.
BUT I did all the art, all the quilt blocks, all the sewing, quilting, the quilt book cover, and naming everything, it HELPED me put it together in an ad sheet… AND I LOVE it! Just need to share !
AND it took me a bit of time to do!

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Okay to be Different !

And Happy

I know my drum beats different than others. And, that’s just fine with me. With being silence I don’t have to share your drum beat, thoughts or goals.

My tap dancing to please everyone else has stopped. My silence is not acceptance, it’s usually fury and most others are not worth my anger. Anger harms me more than them, truthfully it exhausts me, I give myself the gift of quiet, peace and kindness to myself. Age has added years and a whole lot more perspective.

So, when you see my doings, (art, photos, quilts),
it’s my drum beat. My Book

growing older daily words beth ann doing — Even My Style has Changed

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How To Survive Retirement

Make a Plan and Retire Happy

Are you thinking about retirement ?
Or already retired? Please retire with Laughter, Love and this book.
NO Money talk, this book is ONLY about YOU !

You have to find fun, excitement, and joy in your days. 40 years to achieve the retirement goal, and you are not happy, you don’t know what to do all day? YOU need a plan.

Husband and I retired early, he was 57, and I was 55. Most people hear us say our ages and they ask, “What do you do all day?” VERY, very rarely do they ask, “How do you afford it?” This book has NO money talk, it’s all about happiness. NOW in PRINT

To me that is hilarious: before retirement you plan financially, you plan the date, but you don’t take time to figure out what you want to do for 20-30 years of retirement. I have seen it now for five years. How to Survive Retirement

Everyone thinks that you magically know how to retire. YOU DON’T but my book will help you think through what you need and what you want for YOUR life. No money talk, this is all ideas to make your 20-30 years of retirement what you want and need it to be for years of joy. Retirement is talked about just as going off to college is.

There are just four things you need to expect in retirement:

1. We are all going to die
2. Stop fearing change
3 .Stop living in the past
4. Be easy on yourself
These four things may not need to be said, but please think about them.
#1 is one that can help you get up, get started and do what you want.
#2 is fearing change, you will and need to change.
#3 past is the past let it go.
#4 take care of yourself and be kind to yourself.

Here in my book, laugh, read and find your passions by staying connected, keeping your mind active, embracing slow living, and finding your community can help you thrive in retirement.

But ultimately, the key to surviving retirement with joy is to find what works for you and your unique situation. Whether it’s quilting, travel, volunteering, family or something entirely different, find what brings you happiness and purpose, and go for it!

PLEASE retire happy!
“If you are unhappy….us other old people don’t want to be around you.”

How to Survive Retirement as an NOW in PRINT

HOW TO SURVIVE RETIREMENT

Author information:
My name is Beth Ann Strub, sixty eight years old, retired and living in central Florida, about 20 minutes from the white sandy beaches we all love and right on a golf course, which I have never played on, but it’s pretty. I was born and raised in Iowa and have lived in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and now in Florida. I am a quilt designer, book written, I love to swim, cook/eat and family is my joy.

Star Quilt Pattern for YOU to Make

Fourteen inch Star Quilt Block

On our visit last year to Minnesota, our bed had the quilt on it that Son #2 took to college. Quilt Block Pattern Below for you to Make/Sew

Updated 2026

It’s so soft

Machine pieced and I had it long arm quilted.

Looking pretty good for 20+ years old.

From Son #2’s Graduation quilt from 2000, the quilts been used and loved. This has always been a favorite pattern of mine.

And, before you ask, I don’t know the name.
Finished block size 14″ x 14″

Cutting for ONE Block

Cut 1 Blue – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 4 White – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 2 Black – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″

Cut 2 Blue – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″

Make Triangles

Make into 9-patch

Cut 4 Red – 2 1/2″ x 6 1/2″

Cut 12 White – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 6 White – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″

Cut 6 Blue – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″

Make Triangles

Cut 4 Lt. Blue – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Sew as shown

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Book of Luke and Quilt Blocks for Each Day

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Making dreams into reality… one quilt block and reading at a time! I used this book every month as my daily reading.

I write in every book I have and I needed more space to do that, I needed questions to move me forward. So, I revised my book ! And I am over the moon to share it with you “Scripture Reflection daily reading, Stitched Into the Story: With Quilt Blocks.”

This book has been a heartfelt labor of love, blending daily readings from the Book of Luke with my quilt block patterns that bring the story to life. This book is ONLY available in Print !

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just someone who loves the quiet joy of reflection and fabric, this is a keepsake you’ll treasure. There’s even a special Christmas block to make 25 in total, listed here for you .

Luke 1 – Morning Star Quilt Block
Luke 2 – Dutchman’s Puzzle Quilt Block
Luke 3 – Rail Fence Quilt Block
Luke 4 – Broken Chain Quilt Block
Luke 5 – Crown of Thorns Quilt Block
Luke 6 – Hourglass Quilt Block
Luke 7 – Cross and Crown Quilt Block
Luke 8 – Shoo Fly Quilt Block
Luke 9 – Pinwheel Variation Quilt Block
Luke 10 – Snowflake Quilt Block
Luke 11 – Flying Geese Quilt Block
Luke 12 – Sawtooth Star Quilt Block
Luke 13 – Bear’s Paw Quilt Block
Luke 14 – Tumbling Block Variation
Luke 15 – Basket Weave Quilt Block
Luke 16 – Drunkard’s Path Variation Quilt Block
Luke 17– Forgiveness Quilt Block
Luke 18 – Steps to the Altar Quilt Block
Luke 19 – Ohio Star Variation Quilt Block
Luke 20 – Jacob’s Ladder with Rails Quilt Block
Luke 21 – Greek Cross Quilt Block
Luke 22 – Sunburst Quilt Block
Luke 23 – Broken Dish Quilt Block
Luke 24 – Resurrection Star Quilt Block
25th Reading and Large Resurrection Star Quilt Block

Thank you for cheering me on, purchasing and filling my
life with Kindness and Joy, Beth Ann
BethAnnDoing.com!

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Yellow Wedding Ring Quilt

Perfect in ANY Color

This wedding ring yellow quilt and photo has taken out it’s own life on my Pinterest feed and I 100% wish I had purchased it years ago ! I photographed it and left it hanging?!?! What was I thinking? I took this photo at “The Antique Mall” in McKinney, TX, I think around 2019

I walked around a corner and this is what I saw.

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I went around to the other side and the window light changed the fabric color changed. It was not faded, it was the light coming it.

This quilt was JUST about PERFECT

and VERY expensive, I didn’t purchase. BUT, WHAT A Beauty !

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Doing Me and Doing Somethings I have wanted to do for Along Time.

Going Old School

After years of taking care of everyone else, I’ve discovered it’s okay to spend time doing what I want to do. Not what needs to be done, dished, laundry, THOSE have to dos ! ! Just something that brings me joy.

I have added a new site, which has been on MY to do list for over five years, it’s HERE www.thefloridaladies.blogspot.com and it is going to be the OLD School way, about The Florida Ladies:

Let’s Talk and when Florida Ladies talk they are usually sitting around or in a swimming pool. Nothing like opinions from Ladies in all stages of life and dress. And they all have an opinion. Come along as I am deciding what I need and this is the place I am starting

I will be sharing my other books, idea and I hope fun. Stop over and take a look…only on post to read…so far.

BUT of course I am sewing quilt blocks together, this past week I shared a quilt I have been working on the past few days on facebook and here is the pattern for you.

Cut 4 White – 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″
Cut 1 Center – 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″
Cut 4 Points – 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″

Cut 8 Points 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″
Draw a line on wrong side of fabric,
sew on that line, trim and press out, add other side, trim and press.

Cut 1 border – 12 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ sew to the top
Cut 1 border – 13 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ sew to the right side
Cut 1 border – 13 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ sew to the bottom
Cut 1 border – 14 1/2″ x 1/12″ sew to the left side

I am loving time…funny to say, but with time coming softness and joy. I am over the moon proud of my book here and thank you all for your purchases for yourself and as a gifts.
Thank you,

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A Fresh Look at Retirement

How To Survive Retirement

This week I have been working on something a little different from quilt patterns and fabric, but I have added a quilt block for you below. And, please notice my new site banner!

I have revised and updated my book, How to Survive Retirement, and I am excited to finally share it with you.

When I first wrote the book, I wanted to talk about retirement honestly, the everyday side. The part no one really prepares you for. The changes in routines, relationships, friendships, purpose, and even figuring out what to do every day!

As the years have gone by, I have learned even more. Retirement is not something you arrive at and automatically know how to do. It is a time of life that requires adjustments, patience, humor, and sometimes a complete change of plans. That is why I decided to revisit the book and add more practical ideas on how to retire happy.

The revised edition is now 110 pages and includes 14 chapters covering topics many of us face every day: (no money talk)

Investing in relationships
Dealing with change
Finding humor in life
Being kind to yourself
Taking time for yourself
Moving to a new area
Dealing with aging parents
Lessons learned along the way
Words and phrases to stop saying
And many more practical retirement topics

This is a book filled with living well, finding joy, staying connected, and creating a retirement life you truly enjoy.
For Yourself or a Gift ONLY Available ONLY in Print.

As quilters, we know life is stitched together one piece at a time. Retirement is much the same. Some blocks are planned. Some are surprises. Some require a little ripping out and starting over. In the end, it all comes together into a beautiful quilt called life.

This quilt block is a classic and
Here is my quilt pattern all cutting and piecing HERE

Have a wonderful week, and as always, keep stitching, keep creating, and keep finding joy in the everyday moments.

Beth Ann

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Oz Vacation – Took a bit of Normal Back

A Quilt Pattern and OZ

We took a few days away. Something fun we planned and purchased Nov 2025, nothing rushed, just a little time to breathe, rest, and step away. When life, health and PT became too much since February the saying was, “WE are going in May!” and we did it ! And honestly? It was good. Sometimes you don’t realize how tired you are until you sit still long enough to notice it.And…YES, OZ was as fantastic has I had hoped it would be, my apple was caught by the gentlemen in front of me, he turned and handed it to me, “For you” he will never know how wonderful this apple is to me.

Coming home is its own kind of adjustment too. The laundry waits. The calendar starts back up. Orchids/lanai needed attention. The sewing room looks exactly how you left it… but somehow feels a little different after being away. I am lowly find our way back into a rhythm that feels comfortable again. And maybe that’s the real lesson: “normal” doesn’t always come back exactly the same.

I have been sewing on a new quilt this past weekend, one seam, one row, one block at a time. Making short moments into my joy.

So this week, I’m easing back into my days. A little quilting. A little writing. A little reorganizing. Nothing dramatic. Just finding my footing again and being thankful for the quiet goodness of ordinary days.

Thank you for Asking, took me a bit, HERE is the complete quilt pattern for my red table topper.

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Stitched into The Story Quilt Block Patterns

Just For You

Making dreams into reality… one quilt block and reading at a time! I used this book ever month and it’s my daily reading now.

This book has been a heartfelt labor of love, blending daily readings from the Book of Luke with my quilt block patterns that bring the story to life. This book is ONLY available in Print !

Thank you for cheering me on, purchasing and filling my
life with Kindness and Joy, Beth Ann
BethAnnDoing.com!

Come Take a Look at What I do !
Thank you for supporting my Etsy shop and my Quilt Ladies Book

The Quilt Ladies Quilt Pattern Shop

My Books and Quilt Ladies Quilt Patterns in Print and eBooks

Beth Ann Doing

B. Annie Quilt Block Pattern Book

B. Annie Quilt Pattern is all about ME! I don’t say that a lot.

This Quilt started with a simple Bear Paw quilt block and then drawing and drawing sixteen quilt blocks that took that simple block and made all sixteen mine.

The quilt as always going to have white background, I love quilt lines on white fabric, pink of course that’s me, adding color with greens, red, in both solids and prints. The outside border is pieced with green square and triangle leaves.

B. Annie at the Etsy Shop
B. Annie in Print and eBook

That’s my B. Annie quilt all about ME! Should say that more, one of my faults? Maybe it’s just taking care of so many.

Like this:

Okay to be Different !

I know my drum beats different than others. And, that’s just fine with me. With being silence I don’t have to share your drum beat, thoughts or goals.

So, when you see my doings, (art, photos, quilts),
it’s my drum beat. My Book

Like this:

How To Survive Retirement

Are you thinking about retirement ?
Or already retired? Please retire with Laughter, Love and this book.
NO Money talk, this book is ONLY about YOU !

There are just four things you need to expect in retirement:

PLEASE retire happy!
“If you are unhappy….us other old people don’t want to be around you.”

How to Survive Retirement as an NOW in PRINT

HOW TO SURVIVE RETIREMENT

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Star Quilt Pattern for YOU to Make

On our visit last year to Minnesota, our bed had the quilt on it that Son #2 took to college. Quilt Block Pattern Below for you to Make/Sew

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Book of Luke and Quilt Blocks for Each Day

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Yellow Wedding Ring Quilt

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Doing Me and Doing Somethings I have wanted to do for Along Time.

I am loving time…funny to say, but with time coming softness and joy. I am over the moon proud of my book here and thank you all for your purchases for yourself and as a gifts.
Thank you,

Like this:

A Fresh Look at Retirement

Like this:

Oz Vacation – Took a bit of Normal Back

Thank you for Asking, took me a bit, HERE is the complete quilt pattern for my red table topper.

Come Take a Look at What I do !

Like this:

Stitched into The Story Quilt Block Patterns

Like this:

B. Annie Quilt Pattern is all about ME! I don’t say that a lot.

This Quilt started with a simple Bear Paw quilt block and then drawing and drawing sixteen quilt blocks that took that simple block and made all sixteen mine.

The quilt as always going to have white background, I love quilt lines on white fabric, pink of course that’s me, adding color with greens, red, in both solids and prints. The outside border is pieced with green square and triangle leaves.

That’s my B. Annie quilt all about ME! Should say that more, one of my faults? Maybe it’s just taking care of so many.

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I know my drum beats different than others. And, that’s just fine with me. With being silence I don’t have to share your drum beat, thoughts or goals.

So, when you see my doings, (art, photos, quilts), it’s my drum beat. My Book

Share this:

Like this:

Are you thinking about retirement ? Or already retired? Please retire with Laughter, Love and this book. NO Money talk, this book is ONLY about YOU !

There are just four things you need to expect in retirement:

PLEASE retire happy! “If you are unhappy….us other old people don’t want to be around you.”

How to Survive Retirement as an NOW in PRINT

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On our visit last year to Minnesota, our bed had the quilt on it that Son #2 took to college. Quilt Block Pattern Below for you to Make/Sew

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I am loving time…funny to say, but with time coming softness and joy. I am over the moon proud of my book here and thank you all for your purchases for yourself and as a gifts. Thank you,

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Thank you for Asking, took me a bit, HERE is the complete quilt pattern for my red table topper.

Come Take a Look at What I do !

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So, when you see my doings, (art, photos, quilts),
it’s my drum beat. My Book

Are you thinking about retirement ?
Or already retired? Please retire with Laughter, Love and this book.
NO Money talk, this book is ONLY about YOU !

PLEASE retire happy!
“If you are unhappy….us other old people don’t want to be around you.”

I am loving time…funny to say, but with time coming softness and joy. I am over the moon proud of my book here and thank you all for your purchases for yourself and as a gifts.
Thank you,