Paperclips for September Quilt Block Mania

Quilt Block Mania is about 'Technology' this month. That seems to encompass a wide range of items. I went for something simple - Paperclips - what would the world be without them???

You can see from both the block images and the list that 'technology' certainly does have a wide range. Enjoy each and every one of them!

 

Here's all the links too. 

Lightbulb Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Sewing Machine by Crafty Staci
Microchip Quilt Block by Patchwork Breeze
Chain Link Quilt Block by Scrapdash
I'm connected! by Patti's Patchwork
Paperclips by QuiltFabrication
Stand Mixer by Inquiring Quilter
Network Bars
Valley Square by Sarah Marcina
Handheld Calculator by Emerald Falls Quilts
Digital Nutcracker
Word. (Books on a shelf)
Windmill by Dragonfly's Quilting Design Studio
by Appliques Quilts and More
Cog Wheel by Flowerdog&Co
Fencing the Future Quilt Block by Ashli Montgomery

My Paperclips block is another easy applique block, something a beginner quilter could put together. Feel free to use whatever colors you want - I just liked how the Paperclips popped on the black background. And of course, feel free to make your own arrangement, like I did in Hold It Together.

The Paperclips block is a free download pattern until October 6. In downloading the pattern, you agree to not share the file with others, but direct them to the QuiltFabrication.com/Paperclips post - thank you! Now go ahead and click on the download button below for the PDF file. 

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Weathervane for August Quilt Block Mania

This month the Quilt Block Mania theme is 'Farming'. I've chosen a Weathervane  as it's a helpful (and ubiquitous) tool to aid all farmers.

Maybe you're wondering about the arrow. Look closely. I simplified the three dimensional aspect of the arrow on Weathervane, eliminating the compass directions and trimming the arrow in half for a more modern look and simple construction. 

I do love rooster quilts as you can see in my Crazy for Roosters post, making Weathervane rooster another addition to the bunch. Like Rooster Sunrise, I've decided not to make this one up, though it's pretty simple. All that's needed is a background block and black or charcoal grey for the silhouette. Fat quarters will do. Just enlarge the pattern by 200% (print instructions given), trace onto fusible web, press, and stitch. How simple is that???

For a complete farm themed quilt, check out all of the other blocks from the Quilt Block Mania designers. 

Tractor Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Sunflower by Crafty Staci
Dairy Barn by Scrapdasah
Weathervane by QuiltFabrication
Corn by Inquiring Quilter
Scrappy Tomato by Katie Mae Quilts
Ear of Corn by Patchwork River Quilting
Barn by Memory Barn Studio
Green Mountain Star by Sarah Marcina
Texas Watermelon & Grapefruit by Emerald Falls Quilts
Farmer Nutcracker
Farm Fields by Patchwork Breeze
Tulip Fields by Stitching Across the Globe
Stacked Animals by Appliques Quilts and More
Friendly Fields by Due North Handmade
Barn Quilt Block by Dragonfly's Quilting Design Studio
Back of the Barn ~ Block Pattern by Ashli Montgomery

The Weathervane block is no longer available - I'll let you know when it comes back!

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Stiletto for July Quilt Block Mania

Getting the glam on this month with a gorgeous hot pink Stiletto!

Beauty/Style blocks are the theme for Quilt Block Mania this month.

Though the blocks are a week behind due to a hostess vacation, here's the links to all 

Lipstick quilt block by Carolina Moore
Lips by Crafty Staci
Buckeye Beauty Quilt Block
The Met Gala
Stiletto by QuiltFabrication
Calla Lily by Inquiring Quilter
Fingernail Polish by Memory Barn Studio
Broken Dishes & Mary Kay by Sarah Marcina
Texas Boots by Emerald Falls Quilts
Photographer Nutcracker
Words by Patchwork Breeze
Party Dress by A Piece of Quiet Quilts
Stylin' by Appliques Quilts and More
New York Gorgeous by Dragonfly's Quilting Design Studio
Sun Hat by Stitching Across the Globe

I must confess - I have never worn stiletto heels in my life! I do appreciate those who can wear them successfully cause they certainly are glamorous. For me, I value my feet and back too much. So I'll settle for looking at them and keeping them in my dreams!

But enough of that - let's get back to quilting. The applique of the Stiletto is pretty simple. It's the tricky side triangles that make this block appropriate for an intermediate quilter. Beginners may struggle a bit, but hey, there's no harm in trying! Of course, the fall back is to applique those triangles too.

You can make your Stiletto any color you want. I do suggest using three different values for the shoe, otherwise it looses it's form and sexy lines.

The free period for the Stiletto block pattern is over - I'll let you know when it becomes available again!

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