A few weeks ago, I showed Husbands fishing quilt, and was asked about an older post I did a few years ago, found it and here it is.
(Revised)
I’m always on the look out for old quilts and IF I think I can save them I purchase. They have to be washable and usable, nothing better, no matter the temperature is a quilt to cuddle in. This is(was) a recent purchase !
There are 3 blocks that needed attention, I ALWAYS wash quilts before I mend, this one turned out VERY nice, they usually do !
I like making a paper temple for the applique piece I’m adding
Try to make it exact and add seam allowance at the time of cutting (it’s easier to do this way)
This is the same fabric, one is the right sideÂ
and one it the back side
Add the seam allowance and cut out piece
Fold down the point and press
Fold the sides over, I like to press everything and I use the tip of the small scissors to hold as the fabric will get HOT !
Applique the pink downÂ
I hand quilt them too, it completes the look and makes it VERY hard to find the new piece.
 3 baskets I fixed on this quilt
Can you find them ?
Thank you for supporting my Etsy shop and my Quilt Ladies Book, click below to see all I do.Â
This quilt block is from my quilt book which started my quilt pattern company “The Ladies” quilt pattern book.
“The Ladies” are The Quilt Ladies. They quilt every Tuesday together and after years of doing that, they’ve decided to do a quilt pattern book. So “The Ladies” was born, a quilt block sampler pattern book with 68 – Eight by Eight Inch quilt pattern blocks. If you make the quilt as in the book the finished quilt measures 76″ x 84″ All straight pieced, all cutting and piecing instructions included. And NOW in Print and eBook
Quilt Block has a finished size of eight inches by eight inches.
Last weeks, weekly quilt block was my fish quilt block I did for Husband. We have a culture here in our family of NOT giving up our quilts and here is how I fixed Husband’s fish quilt.
They were all on seams, fabric becoming weak? I think YEARS of use.Â
AND let me add…PLEASE press your seams to ONE side, DO NOT press as you would making clothes. I know it’s a thing now to press open, but DON’T you will only weaken the threads and seam.Â
This weeks quilt block is Husband’s Fish Quilt block. This quilt has been traveled with, used and it’s the softest quilt in the house !
This quilt block has a finished size of 10″ x 10″, quilt block pattern is below, simple half-square triangles and patchwork squares, it will be great with prints or soft pastels.Â
This quilt is loved, used, washed and dried. Finished size of ONE quilt block is ten inches by ten inches. For Husband’s quilt I made 6 quilt blocks, added sashing and binding. It’s long to be used in a reclining chair.
Cutting for this ONE block as shown on the Left
Cut 3 Green – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″Â Cut 3 White – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″Â Make Triangles
Cut 4 White – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
Cut 1 White – 3 1/2 x 2 1/2″ Cut 1 White – 4 1/2″ x 10 1/2″
Sew as Shown
You will need FOUR of this block to make a School of Fish!
Happy Friday and here is this weeks quilt block pattern. This quilt block has a finished size of 12″ x 12″. I did cut and lay these quilt fabric colors out, you do you! I like the colors likeness on each side.
At NO Additional cost to you Disclaimer, this quilt pattern post contains affiliate links. I receive a few cents if you click to my links and purchase. These few cents help with my fabric collection and or obsession. Beth Ann and as always, Thank you for making my dream a reality ! ! www.bethanndoing.com www.thequiltladies.com
All The Quilt Ladies Quilt PatternsThe Quilt Ladies Amazon Shop
My 2025 Monthly Quilt Patterns from The Quilt Ladies are here and available now in my Etsy shop!
Each month brings you a brand-new, original quilt block pattern designed to inspire creativity and add a little fun.
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out, these patterns are perfect for building your skills and creating something beautiful all year long. Stop by the shop and start stitching along with me, one happy quilt at a time! Read all about 2024 and 2025 Quilt Patterns 2025 January February 2025 2025 March April 2025 2025 May
Finished is 44” x 44”Finished quilt 42″ x 42″Finished Quilt 36″ x 36″Finished quilt 30″ x 30″Finished quilt is 60″ x 54″
When I was unpacking and going through quilt tub boxes a few weeks ago. I came across this little quilt jewel. It’s little and it’s not a perfect quilt.
Beth Ann’s Quilt
When it comes to making a quilt, here’s a secret: not everything has to be perfect!That slightly wonky seam? It adds character.
And it is PERFECTLY FINE! OKAY! AND IT ADDS A LITTLE EXTRA FLAIR.
Some of my favorite quilts have “oops” moments, and I promise, once it’s put together, all quilted and washed, those little quirks just blend right into the beauty.
Beth Ann’s Quilt
Quilting should always be more about joy than perfection. So press that fabric, thread sewing machine needle, and quilt with a smile, your perfect quilt is the one you are making now
My little quilt is a Basic 9 patches, set on ends.
I did it in strip piecing, cutting them 3/4″ wide.
Beth Ann’s Quilt
Â
The finished quilt is 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″ and yes, before you ask I am a bit crazy.
I have a couple of new ideas I am drawing it up and the unpacking has helped with procrastinating, I will get started !
It happened, it really did happen! My library project is finished. I had a time line for this project to be about 6 weeks. The project turned into over 12 weeks. This is not a project for the faint of heart, it was truly VERY hard work. I had planned, thought about, researched, drawn, measured and dreamed about this room for YEARS. I don’t have sponsors or receive any $ on my posts, so I haven’t given names or brands of items I used.Â
Before and After of My Library Project
Let’s start at the VERY beginning…Husband had a huge surgery scheduled for October 9, 2024, BUT something called Hurricane Milton took over, and gave us something else to think about. We made it thought okay and surgery was set for October 18. My handbook to all the process.
He had his after surgery appointment in January and everything was very good. We asked so many questions, Surgeon said, “Live your life, if you did it before, do it again”. On the drive home Husband said, “Let’s build a library”. And no, there is NOTHING wrong with this room. Nothing that floors, paint, cabinets and shelves couldn’t fix.
Beforelibrary plans
Clean out was all about ME and it took me 3 days to move and let go of a lot of things. Carpet was next and we were thrilled with the floor under it, nothing had to be done to it. We had built my old work table and we took it apart carefully, as the top and shelves would become the new counter tops.
Murphy bed room painted and carpet up
The tile I had picked earlier was still there when we went to purchase.
Tile choose
I loved the plaid, still do, but thought it would be too much with all the bookcases. I did white paint like the rest of the house, took three coats to cover.
From Plaid to Whitenew ceiling fanTile floor grout and finishedCabinets arrivePaint cabinets and paint some more
Base cabinets went in first, painted and sanded doors for days.
Inside bases set
We used the top of my old work table for countertops, just a bit of sanding and re-staining.
Inside wall, counter top on
The 1″ x 12″, 8 feet long are terribly heavy, first sanded and then painted three coats, each side, sanding and filling between each coat.
Our daily joke at this time in the project, “Cut them 70 1/2″ and 2 little lines”
1″ x 12″ 8 foot long, painted
There was nothing else to do and at night I painted molding. The molding was already carved in and I painted.
Molding painted
The inside wall, we did each step around the 3 walls at the same time.
Inside wall bookcases up
Bookcases up, touched up and let the drying begin, I let them set for about 2 weeks, before added decor.
Bookcases on cabinets
Molding finished and added.
Painted molding added
My/Our Finished Library Project.
And YES, the desk is base coated for some art work to be added…
I need some rest before that begins 🙂
Finished Library
I don’t have sponsors or receive any $ on my posts, so I haven’t given names or brands. PLEASE take a moment to look at my books and quilt pattern books, that is my only $ resource.
As always, Thank you for supporting my Etsy shop and
my Quilt Ladies Book The Quilt Ladies Quilt Pattern Shop
SCRAPPY TRIANGLE QUILT
Ready to dive into a fun new project? This month’s quilt is bursting with color and charm — it’s scrappy, it’s sweet, and it’s just the thing to brighten up your sewing time!
What You Get: 10 Quilt Patterns in TWO sizes: 12” blocks 6” blocks To Make the Quilt as Pictured: Use 9 large quilt blocks (12” x 12” finished) Use 8 small quilt blocks (6” x 6” finished)
Perfect for using up those beautiful scraps you’ve been saving!
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned quilter, these triangle blocks are a delight to stitch together.
Grab your pattern now and start sewing your own Scrappy Triangle Quilt today!
