So why the break, you ask? Well, frankly, I need to take a breather. Being creative and home are just what the doctor ordered. Here is – one of my beloved Quilt pattern books. I know that many of you are passionate about your quilting projects, so I thought this might be something that says, Happy Holiday to YOU !
But, IF you do want to sign up for notice of my posts, do that on the top right. I am stepping back from social media too, BUT will continue to post here, you are going to have to come to me…I have pre-posted and you will get a follow along on myBaskets Around a Quilt Pattern
Over the next bit, I’ll be taking a bit of a break and dedicating some time to my own creativity and personal growth. Life has been throwing a lot at me lately and I really just need to take a step back, breathe, and reconnect with myself.
In this Quilt pattern book, there are basket designs, how to make triangles and squares and a binding section. I know will inspire you just as much as they’ve inspired me. And one of the things I love most about quilting is how therapeutic it can be. There’s something so calming about sitting down with a needle and thread and watching a beautiful creation come to life.
It’s a tradition to share quilt patterns, but I can ONLY do this because you support my Etsy Shop and The Quilt Ladies on Amazon, nothing is possible without your purchases Thank you, Beth Ann
I draw quilt patterns all the time and what I like is to take a traditional pattern and change it up. The second quilt block added corner four-patch and moved from white to color triangles. Finished Quilt Block is eight inch by eight inch. How to sew triangles
and How to sew squares
My First Quilt Story and a Free Quilt Block Pattern
My great – great grandmother was a master quilter, and that one quilt lives on today with me. I, too, decided to try my hand at quilting, and boy did I learn some hilarious lessons along the way.
Make this quilt block pattern link below
I signed up for a quilting class because I loved quilts and had attended some estate auctions in Burlington, Iowa and I couldn’t afford any.(1980’s) I had sewn my own clothes for years and I am pretty good with directions.
My First Quilt
Now, I’m not one to toot my own horn, but I’m pretty crafty. I’ve tackled painting, crochet, and embroidery with relative ease. Always purchasing the worse house in the best area.
Quilting, however, was a whole different ballgame. I mean, how hard could it be to sew a bunch of squares together? Very, it turns out. I spent hours measuring, marking(in the days before a cutter and mat), cutting, and sewing, only to discover that my seams were wonky, my corners uneven, and my quilt resembled something a drunk toddler might produce. After multiple seam rips and profanity-laden outbursts, I finally managed to sew together a passable quilt top. Or I thought.
Frist thing learned, choose Your Fabric Carefully. If there’s one thing I learned from my quilt making experiment, it’s that not all fabric is created equal. I have made the mistake of using cheap, flimsy cotton on a quilt, and boy did I regret it. The fabric pulled, puckered, and frayed at the slightest touch. Lesson learned: always invest in high-quality 100% cotton and my rule is purchase at the price you can afford. Your future self will thank you. I started my quilt with a clear vision of what I wanted it to look like: it was a class we all came with square cut and share. Yes, I took a class with VERY seasoned quilters and they were terrible in their not welcoming someone new. But I had paid the fee, it was a national teacher, I was young and dumb, I had a babysitter for the day and was determined to learn to quilt. And…it was pretty good, if I do say so. Well…I thought, I am not giving up and attended 3 weeks later a quilt guild meeting. Not knowing that corner should be square, my were curved, I hand quilted with huge stitches and laughed at, because my binding was quilted down. See my Quilt Here I was crushed, but I made a quilt, my quilt may not have been a work of art, but it was cozy and functional, and that was enough. And, I still use it to this day. I think of those days, not with found memories but with look what I do now !
Despite my initial struggles, I found myself drawn to quilting like a moth to a flame. There was something therapeutic about the rhythmic, repetitive motions of cutting, sewing, and pressing. I find myself lost in a sea of colors and patterns, my worries and stress melting away.
Whenever I wrap myself up in one of my handmade quilts, I’m reminded the time, the cutting the sewing the pieces of fabric to create something beautiful
So, if you’re feeling like a quilt, get one of my pattern books, grab some fabric, thread, and a sense of humor, and join me in the wacky, wonderful world of quilting. Who knows what hilarious lessons you’ll learn along the way! I love things with a beginning, middle and end.
I enjoy the process of sharing quilt blocks with you all. And from everything, I think you like them too. These five quilt block patterns have to most views on my site here, The Quilt Ladies site and Pinterest !
I have had The Quilt Ladies for many years, lots of quilt blocks, quilt patterns drawn, loads of quilt blocks made, quilt patterns on Etsy and even my quilt books in Print, Kindle and on Prime. These are the quilt patterns here from this site that are always asked about and for !
Here, I think it’s the color and the movement this quilt block has that all like. It’s finished size is eighteen inches by eighteen inches, using cut 2 1/2″ squares.
This quilt block star quilt pattern has a life of it’s own. It’s all over Pinterest, all over other’s sites as a link to get you to their quilt sites (not paid for OR asked for) and it’s been viewed here over 26000 times. Have to say, it’s liked !
No additional cost to you, this post contains affiliate links. I receive a few cents if you click to my links and purchase. It helps with my fabric obsession. Beth Ann, Thank you for stopping
Let’s learn a bit about rotary cutter quilt tool, it makes cutting out your quilt quicker and easier. If just starting to quilt and not sure about all the quilting supplies, HERE is my tutorial on using freezer paper to make quilt templates. IF new to quilting and you are thinking about purchasing a cutter, here is a set that’s very good. Yes, I do get a few cents if you purchase through me and thank you.
A rotary cutter is a tool used by quilters to cut fabric with precision and ease. It resembles a pizza cutter with a sharp circular blade that rotates when used. The blade is typically made of high-quality stainless steel and comes in different sizes, ranging from 18 mm to 60 mm. A fun thing about quilting and us quilters is we LOVE quilt products… Place your fabric on a cutting mat using an acrylic ruler. Acrylic rulers come in a variety of sizes and shapes, making it possible to find one that fits your specific project needs. You can choose from long rulers for cutting wide strips of fabric or small rulers for more intricate cuts. Additionally, some rulers have special features, such as grids, angles, or markings, which help you make more complex cuts and create unique designs.
This month’s quilt block is a log cabin center with star points on all sides.
July’s Quilt Block Pattern has a finished size of twelve inches by twelve inches. Links to all 2023 Quilt block patterns are below.
Here are the links for my:
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
I have been working with 2 1/2 inch fabric squares and I can’t seem to get my colors right. So, out comes my color wheel. Quilt fabric colors are just like paint colors and I am going to try and explain a bit.
I have used this method too HERE (color from a photo) and HERE the tried and true, move fabrics around ! The color wheel is how to get you started, BUT as with everything it’s just a start, YOU do YOU. NO RULES
The color wheel is simply a circle tool that shows the relationships of colors. Below is a six color, color wheel with the primary colors being RED,YELLOW and BLUE.Primary colors are the three colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors together: red, blue, and yellow.
Secondary colors are created by mixing two primary colors together: Mix Red and Green you get Yellow Mix Red and Blue you get Magenta (light purple) Mix Blue and Green you get Cyan (light blue)
The color wheel also organizes the colors based on their relationships with one another. Colors that are directly across from each other on the color wheel are called complementary colors. These colors create a strong contrast when placed next to each other. For example, red and green are complementary colors.
Remember with fabric you have textures and patterns that will add interest to your quilt. And most importantly, HAVE FUN WITH COLOR ! ! !
Meet Beth Ann: Beth Ann is a Quilter and an Author who decided to self-publish her books and quilt pattern books
