MYSTERY BLOCK OF THE MONTH 2021
WAITING FOR THE VACCINE
organized by Christine Dunn
NEW BLOCKS RELEASED FOR MAR. & APR. 2021
These are the next two months for our BOM program.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Each block should finish at 12" (12 1/2" unfinished), i.e., the standard size for most BOM programs.
Note: most Block of the month programs refer to one quilting method in a 12” finished block size; we are doing three per month, with choices in most if not all of these methods. And design challenges once in a while too. Some month’s alternate sites are listed. So while the 12” size might be found on The Quilters Cache, the Generations Quilt Pattern site might list it or a variation of it, in other sizes. Sorry miniature enthusiasts; nothing in this program is that small.
Note: We will provide you with the link to the blocks which you can then print. You can make whatever you like-mug rugs, table toppers or runners, sampler quilt or placemats. Taking you to a website for you to print out the pattern has to do with copyright nuances which are changing in the crafting/quilting world. We recommend reading the following:
https://www.generations-quilt-patterns.com/copyright.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/TermsPage.html
Of course, you are free to find and use your own pattern that fits the theme of the monthly block.
Each block should finish at 12" (12 1/2" unfinished), i.e., the standard size for most BOM programs.
Note: most Block of the month programs refer to one quilting method in a 12” finished block size; we are doing three per month, with choices in most if not all of these methods. And design challenges once in a while too. Some month’s alternate sites are listed. So while the 12” size might be found on The Quilters Cache, the Generations Quilt Pattern site might list it or a variation of it, in other sizes. Sorry miniature enthusiasts; nothing in this program is that small.
Note: We will provide you with the link to the blocks which you can then print. You can make whatever you like-mug rugs, table toppers or runners, sampler quilt or placemats. Taking you to a website for you to print out the pattern has to do with copyright nuances which are changing in the crafting/quilting world. We recommend reading the following:
https://www.generations-quilt-patterns.com/copyright.html
https://www.quilterscache.com/TermsPage.html
Of course, you are free to find and use your own pattern that fits the theme of the monthly block.
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OPTIONS TO SHARE YOUR BLOCKS
1. For publication in the Chatter
You can share your completed blocks with your Circles so that they can include pictures of them in their Circle updates published in the Chatter and/or on their separate Circle webpage. Check with your Circle Chair to learn how she wishes to manage this.
2. Posting on a special BOM DQN Facebook page
1. This group is only for DQN “BOM Waiting for the Vaccine” items. Click here :Waiting for the Vaccine BOM Facebook Page . Note: when you click JOIN to may see information about the CDC site; ignore this and continue to Join the group; you will get confirmation that it is the DQN site.
2. When posting blocks you must include the following:
A, The block’s name
B. Either the block’s website. the source of the pattern used, or the author's name (if an original DQN member's block).
3. For simplicity and ease of viewing you have a 3-month window to post your completed blocks, i.e. January blocks must be posted by end of March, February blocks must be posted by end of April, March blocks by end of May, etc.
4. Please remember, ONLY photos of the BOM will be accepted here. We have a different group, DQN’s Show & Tell, for 12-4-12, other projects, questions, etc.
To join the Facebook group, you will need to "Like" the DQN page, then you can find it under the groups tab.
Contact Nannett Jordan for additional questions about adding pictures to the Facebook page.
OPTIONS TO SHARE YOUR BLOCKS
1. For publication in the Chatter
You can share your completed blocks with your Circles so that they can include pictures of them in their Circle updates published in the Chatter and/or on their separate Circle webpage. Check with your Circle Chair to learn how she wishes to manage this.
2. Posting on a special BOM DQN Facebook page
1. This group is only for DQN “BOM Waiting for the Vaccine” items. Click here :Waiting for the Vaccine BOM Facebook Page . Note: when you click JOIN to may see information about the CDC site; ignore this and continue to Join the group; you will get confirmation that it is the DQN site.
2. When posting blocks you must include the following:
A, The block’s name
B. Either the block’s website. the source of the pattern used, or the author's name (if an original DQN member's block).
3. For simplicity and ease of viewing you have a 3-month window to post your completed blocks, i.e. January blocks must be posted by end of March, February blocks must be posted by end of April, March blocks by end of May, etc.
4. Please remember, ONLY photos of the BOM will be accepted here. We have a different group, DQN’s Show & Tell, for 12-4-12, other projects, questions, etc.
To join the Facebook group, you will need to "Like" the DQN page, then you can find it under the groups tab.
Contact Nannett Jordan for additional questions about adding pictures to the Facebook page.
BLOCK TERMINOLOGY
You will see various initials and terms in these months. So let’s do a key unlocker, when you see:
PW: It means that these blocks are patchwork blocks,
PP: These blocks are Paper Pieced, many of you who like paper piecing may be interested in reading Carol Doaks’ Article: “Piecing on Paper or How to Turn Patchwork into a Pieced Pattern”.
APP: These blocks are appliqued, woolies should be able to do some of these choices, if not all of them.
EMB: Refers to Embroidery Machines, Feel free to design your own! We’ll try to sum up the month in a word or two for you. Linda Soeder, was able to find a few websites to add in your design process. They’ll be included each month.
“Float” You will need to add strips (usually background fabric) to make this block into the traditional 12” Finished size used thru out most of the Block of the Month world.
You will see various initials and terms in these months. So let’s do a key unlocker, when you see:
PW: It means that these blocks are patchwork blocks,
PP: These blocks are Paper Pieced, many of you who like paper piecing may be interested in reading Carol Doaks’ Article: “Piecing on Paper or How to Turn Patchwork into a Pieced Pattern”.
APP: These blocks are appliqued, woolies should be able to do some of these choices, if not all of them.
EMB: Refers to Embroidery Machines, Feel free to design your own! We’ll try to sum up the month in a word or two for you. Linda Soeder, was able to find a few websites to add in your design process. They’ll be included each month.
“Float” You will need to add strips (usually background fabric) to make this block into the traditional 12” Finished size used thru out most of the Block of the Month world.
MARCH
PUT YOUR GREEN ON - IT'S IRISH TIME
Examples below:
PUT YOUR GREEN ON - IT'S IRISH TIME
Examples below:
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(see sample above)
PW: Suggested by Judy McNeil leader of Green Valley: Flower Pot (right) found at Quilterscache/quilt blocks galore. Optional block (left) found at Quilterscache/quilt blocks galore.
PW: Suggested by Judy McNeil leader of Green Valley: Flower Pot (right) found at Quilterscache/quilt blocks galore. Optional block (left) found at Quilterscache/quilt blocks galore.
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/ (see samples above)
PP: both on Quilterscache.com either Eyes of March (left) or Celtic Sunrise (right)
PP: both on Quilterscache.com either Eyes of March (left) or Celtic Sunrise (right)
APP:
Sample above: found on Free Applique under Shapes-Others choose any southwest pattern, please note that a Sauguro Cactus will be a choice soon as an original pattern.
Sample above: found on Free Applique under Shapes-Others choose any southwest pattern, please note that a Sauguro Cactus will be a choice soon as an original pattern.
EMB:
St. Patrick Day designs & southwest designs (most requiring purchase at a small cost) are available at:
AnntheGran.
Embroidery Online
Embroidery Designs
St. Patrick Day designs & southwest designs (most requiring purchase at a small cost) are available at:
AnntheGran.
Embroidery Online
Embroidery Designs
This month's Design Challenge is to use 3 shades of green in a block of your own design using any method of construction.
APRIL
IT'S EASTER TIME - SPRING IS HERE!
Examples below:
IT'S EASTER TIME - SPRING IS HERE!
Examples below:
PW: The Red Cross Block available here: Quilterscache/Quilt Blocks Galore!
PP: kite_block.pdf From Nancy Morneault DQN Member of Loose Threads—Kite, see sample above. The formula for all paper pieced patches is Length + Width. Almost simple; but remember that Length= Length + seam allowances+ fudge factor, anywhere from ½” to 1”. Width is similar, Width (Height of patch) + seam allowance + fudge factor. The simpler version triangles on both ends is fun, cute and probably doable by all! You’ll need to make 4 of these blocks for a 12 ½” block.
EMB:
Free Bunny Embroidery Applique design at GG Designs Embroidery.
Free Easter Egg Embroidery Applique design (multiple sizes) at GG Designs Embroidery.
Free Easter Egg Embroidery design at Anna Embroidery Designs
Free Easter Egg Embroidery Applique designs (9) at Bunnycup Embroidery
Free Easter Egg Embroidery Designs as characters (9) at Bunnycup Embroidery
There are free designs available at AnntheGran; they require purchase of a Club Membership to access them at no cost.
Design Challenge: PP from www.freeapplique.com/easter-applique.html
Anything that you like
Anything that you like