Hello, friends, and happy Thursday! I’m excited to share the Quilt Block of the Month: August 2021 blocks today. This month’s pattern is one of my favorites, and I love it in both sizes (and in both fabric collections I’m using). Read on for tips and tricks, and be sure to watch the block video for even more ideas about the block.
Quilt Block of the Month: August 2021
2021 Block of the Month Details
- First, this is a mystery block of the month. (No full-quilt pictures yet).
- The quilt is a sampler with 12 different unique pieced blocks. No applique’ or paper piecing required.
- Patterns release monthly on the first Thursday of the month here on the blog.
- Each month, a step-by-step video tutorial sharing how to make that month’s block will be featured. Watch the video here on the blog or on the YouTube channel here.
- Get the Fabric Requirements for the finishing of the quilt in the September block post. For blocks, I suggest 12-15 fat quarters for the large blocks (fat eighths will work for the small blocks). You’ll also need 2-½ yards of background for the larger blocks and 1-½ yards of background for the smaller blocks.
- Find links to all of the previous posts in this year’s BOM here.
- I also have some Happy Days pre-cuts in the shop (they finally arrived).
August 2021 Block Tips, Tricks, and Links
- Go here to find this month’s free PDF block pattern. (Or click the button below).
- I used the Bloc Loc Flying Geese Ruler for the roof sections. Use this size for the 12″ finished block and this size for the 6″ finished block.
- Now is a great time to review which fabrics or colors you might want to use more of in the remaining blocks. I keep notes if I notice a fabric I definitely want to use more of.
August Block Video
Watch this month’s block video above, or go here to watch it on our YouTube Channel. In the video I share some thoughts about the process, and also share the pressing directions that will help you make sure your block is flat.
Thanks so much for stopping by for today’s Quilt Block of the Month: August 2021. Happy quilting!
Pat says
The link to the pattern isn’t working.
sherri McConnell says
just fixed 🙂
Linda Mahoney says
I can’t get the quilt pattern. The link isn’t working.
Janette says
Linda – the green button didn’t work but the link just above that in red worked for me.
Barbara Paliatsos says
the link to the pattern does not go anywhere
sherri McConnell says
just fixed it!
Jo says
BOM link not working.
sherri McConnell says
Just fixed !
Kathy Sipe says
This block is going to be so much fun to make! Thank you Sherri!!
Tammi Moffett says
I can’t get the link for the pdf download to work either. By the way I love your patterns and videos. Thanks for all you do!
Julie says
The link for the pdf isn’t working
Debbie says
Click on the RED TEXT link above the green button that says, “ go here to find this month’s free PDF pattern“ and it will work. Hope this helps.
sherri McConnell says
Just fixed the button link 🙂
Deb says
Hi Sherri,
I I can’t get the PDF to download either! Can’t wait to make these super cute houses!
Sandra K Nelsen says
This block is so cute. I love the added trim on the houses. I can’t wait to stitch it up. Thank you!
Judyann says
Super cute. Thank you Sherri.
Kathy says
I have started getting arthritis and can t sew any more I can’t imagine not sewing any more but like looking at your post
Susy Kennedy says
I have been looking for a super cute house block to use with my scraps and fat quarters…and this is it! I might make one now and one when your new line is available.
Jane Totten says
I love your clear instructions. I have no problem following along. Thanks for this great project!!!!
KAT WALKER says
Good Morning Sherri,
I am trying to do a “ribbon border” on a quilt I am putting together. I can not find a pattern for a pretty ribbon border. Can you recommend one PLEASE!!!
Thanks,
Kat Walker
Keithville LA
Janine says
Super cute block! My favorite so far. Thank you for sharing.
Judith Ross says
Hi Sherry, I did not receive an email for the monthly mystery August block fabric. I checked the trash and spam and it was there either. Did I miss it somehow? Thank you for checking.
Rebecca says
I am really enjoying this BOM but must admit I am disappointed now. In June you said finishing requirements would be available in the July post. In July you said it would be August. Now this Aug post says September. I have this fear that Happy Days fabric will be impossible to find. Thanks
sherri McConnell says
I’m so sorry…1 yard border, 5/8 yard binding, and 1/2 yard contrast. Also 1 1/8 yard of background. I’ll have it listed next month, too.
Thank you!