The first couple of weeks of summer are generally a time when I get caught up on all those things that have piled up or fallen by the wayside during the traditionally busy last few weeks of the school year. I really don’t like to get behind on block-of-the-month projects, so I couldn’t wait for a day to get caught up! First I finished the last 3 FatQuarterShop Designer Mystery Blocks from 2010, and then I did block 1 for the 2011 Designer Mystery quilt. I love them all, and now I can’t wait to set together my 2010 quilt!
I made a couple more Farmer’s Wife 
quilt along blocks too–Block 25, Cups & Saucers, and Block 6, Big Dipper, pictured first in my Fig Tree version.
And pictured here in my Flurry version!
I’ve been staying away from the templates, figuring out the math in some of the block sections with the help of these two amazing rulers, Monique Dillard’s Fit to be Quarter ruler and Mini Fit to be Geese ruler. The Fit to be Quarter ruler is a new ruler, and I’ll be talking more about it in an upcoming post–I absolutely love it and the range of block sizes you can use it for!
6 Fig Tree blocks, and as Monica says–105 to go! And I really do need to start making some of the blocks that require a template–I don’t want to be left with all template-only blocks at the end!
And 6 Flurry blocks–not sure how many of these I’ll make–50 maybe? I’ll probably make a lap-size version with these! Anyway…it sure feels good to be almost caught up–hopefully by the end of the week I can start on a few things I’ve had on the list for a little while!
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suemac says
I got two more blocks done yesterday, spools and bat wings. I am trying to get all the 2 1/2" hst patterns done first since I use my Accuquilt Go Baby. Bat Wings was a bit of a challenge and I did not get as much of a point on the blocks as I wanted. Templates are not necessarily fun.
Sarah @ Fabric Seeds says
Glad you could get caught up a little. the blocks look great!
Simone de Klerk says
I haven't received my first 2011 Mystery BOM block yet. Can't wait to get it!
All your blocks look beautiful. I guess once you figured out how to use the templates, work gets so much easier. I look forward to what you have to tell about the FTBQ.
Sinta Renee says
It feels great to start catching up doesn't it? Your blocks for Farmer's Wife are so fresh looking in the color scheme that you have chosen. I really like that twist to the standard turn of the century colors you see used for those blocks.
Jennifer Schifano Eutsler says
Congratulations on that catching up quilting. Your blocks all look great. Even though they're for different projects, the colors look like they would all fit together. I can't seem to catch up my quilting – it seems the more I do, the more I need to do!
Have a super day!
WoolenSails says
You have done a lot of quilting and blocks, I need to get moving too. Finally cutting out my chisels for my braid quilt, then I can sew them and maybe have it done before summer is over;)
Debbie
Hanne says
Lovely blocks Sherri -)
Sandie ~call me crazy says
Wow! I love all your blocks! Have a happy day!
LynCC says
Wow, Sherri, you got a lot of blocks caught up!! I just love that Christmas designer mystery. 🙂
Hey, would you care to link up to this week's BOMs AWAY "party"?
Here's the URL http://whatahootquilts.blogspot.com/2011/06/boms-away-monday-5.html
Stephanie says
Great blocks…all of them. First the Dear Jane craze and now Farmer's Wife…although Farmer's Wife looks more achievable! I'm going to enjoy following along.
Carolina says
It was so great meeting you yesterday! I got to flip through your hexagon bag pattern a little bit… it is inspiring me to give hexagons a try! : )
Lou says
Your blocks for all you did are sew cute! I just got my FWQ book and ready to get going, I heard they can be a challenge..sew much to look forward too! What is your fabric choice~scrappy or from one line?
Michele says
Your blocks look great!
CJ says
You are always so productive with the sewing projects. Your two Farmer's Wife quilts are going to be wonderful! I can't wait to hear about the ruler and why I NEED it.
Sherryl says
I've had the Farmer's Wife book for a while now… and I even bought some fabric for it, but I've been a bit intimidated to start something that doesn't offer detailed instructions. But, gosh darn it, I'm gonna do it! Your blocks are gorgeous. I'm looking forward to hearing more about that ruler…
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Magnolia Bay Quilts says
You've been really busy! Your blocks are all so pretty. That's my kind of sewing — make a few of these, make a few of those. That way you won't get bored with a single project.
Darlene says
All the blocks are wonderful, Sherri. Staying busy!!!
Maryjane-The Beehive Cottage says
My heart melts when I see a quilting blog! I love your work and admire your work! I wish, I wish I knew how to quilt! Must put it on my list!
Hugs,
Maryjane
Chris says
Your Farmers Wife quilt blocks are just wonderful! Love the 2 fabric groups you have chosen!
Busy Quilting Mama says
As a teacher, I understand getting behind and spending the first week trying to get caught up. Glad you got to work on your projects, think I will do the same thing today:)
Carol says
What great blocks Sherri! Can't wait to hear what you have to say about the quarter square ruler.
Melissa says
Oooh! I waited so long for the new ruler to come out, I haven't gotten it yet (every time I turn around The Benevolent Dictator has another little kid's birthday party to go to and I'm spending all my fun money on Barbies and wrapping paper). I can't wait to hear what you have to say about it!
Glenna @ Hollyhock Quilts says
Fun stuff going on here! Can't wait to see the progress!!
Connie says
Great blocks, I love them 🙂
Sherry says
Hi Sherri. Your blocks look wonderful. Hope you have a nice weekend!
Jackie says
I'm looking forward to hearing what you have to say about the Fit to be Quarter ruler. I haven't seen it yet or heard any comments but it certainly looks interesting.
Great blocks. Your FW quilts are going to be gorgeous!
Mama Pea says
I think I'm 8 months behind on the Designer Mystery Christmas Quilt series! LOL! Good for you on catching up!