Hello and happy Friday friends! I hope that your week has been good and that you’ll be able to have a wonderful weekend. I still can’t believe it’s July already–but with everything going on, it’s probably a good thing that time has passed quickly this summer! Today I’m sharing the Quilting Life Block of the Month July 2020 block with tips, tricks, a video, and more!
Block of the Month 2020 | July
This month’s star block features a fun pinwheel center made with half-square triangles along with outer corner half-square triangle accents. I used red and blue/aqua prints for my large and small blocks because I need to add some more red into both of those quilts. Taking photos each month really helps me to see what colors are lacking so I can guide this scrappy quilt to have the look I’d like.
July Block Tips
- Use half-square triangle paper (or size up and trim down) so that all of the hst’s are pieced accurately.
- I used a Bloc Loc flying geese ruler for the flying geese sections on my 6″ and 12″ blocks (ruler isn’t available in the size needed for the 18″ block). Find the ruler for the 6″ block here and for the 12″ block here–note that you’ll have to increase cutting sizes as described in the ruler instructions).
- Have fun…you could definitely make these blocks very scrappy by using different colors for each half-square triangle in the pinwheel and in the outer corners. You could even make the star points scrappy!
July Block Video
Watch the July block video above or on my YouTube channel here for a close up look and for the detailed tips and tricks for this month’s blocks.
Quilting Life Block of the Month Pattern Links
- Go here for the July block pattern (or click the button below)
- Find the June pattern and post here.
- Go here for the May pattern and post.
- Find the April pattern and post here.
- Go here for the March pattern and post.
- Find the February pattern and post here.
- Go here for the January pattern and post.
18″ Blocks Update
I need to get caught up on my 18″ blocks, but I was able to get this month’s block finished in this size. I initially planned to make a blue and white quilt but decided to add in some red here and there. I’m just having so much fun sewing with the new Mackinaw Island fabrics which have gorgeous reds included.
I hope you’re enjoying sewing along with the A Quilting Life Block of the Month. Happy quilting, and thanks so much for stopping by!
Joyce Carter says
Thank you so much Sherri for this month’s block. I hope you have a happy 4TH.
Pam says
Is anyone else having problems printing this months block?
Jean says
Yes
Sue Reed says
What size 1/2 squares do I make for 18 inch blocks (re: July block)?
Lisa says
I recently watched your video on YouTube when you showed your new sewing room. I loved the table and was wondering if you could give me the measurements of the table top. I will be getting my own sewing room when we move and my husband is going to make me one. Could you also include the height of the table as well? Thank you so much!!!
Sheila Turner-Carr says
This is absolutely wonderful and your work is beautiful! I’m just seeing your Block of the Month 2020, in fact, it’s my first time at your site! This is a great way to put my scraps in to action and do something creative! Thank you for sharing these each month.
Jackie Lohrey says
So i saw this post in my inbox and at first wondered why you sent out a blog post on a Friday. Opened it and said out loud…OMG where is this year going? It’s July already and I am way behind on this project We’re back to being pretty much stuck at home again so hopefully I will get caught up soon. I hate Facebook but I am trying to figure out Instagram so I can share my quilty treats and other goodies. Happy 4th of July!
Laura Favre says
This months block will not print. Tried yesterday to print with my tablet and today on the PS. Hopeful the link will be fixed.
Judy Eddy says
Help! I can’t find the fabric requirements. Where are they? Thank you for your help!!
sherri McConnell says
The January post gives a general idea. It’s meant to be a scrap quilt…
Cindy says
I’m really wanting to start this – better later than never!!
Where can I find the fabric requirements for the 2020 BOM?
Thanks
sherri McConnell says
Check out the January post!