Hello and happy Monday! Happy Labor Day if you are reading in the US! Today is Save the Bees Block of the Month – Block 2 pattern day! This month’s block is another fun pattern that features a simple method to make half rectangle triangles without any special rulers or tools. I think Jacquelynne’s method is a terrific way to construct the blocks–and her method will work with any size block you might need to make. Of course when I was making this month’s block I had to add in some Walkabout fabrics!
My navy print, blue print, and center background rectangle are all from Walkabout; the suns on yellow are from Clover Hollow and will be used throughout the quilt. There is some applique available for the center rectangle; however, I’m going to highlight different light floral prints in place of the applique in my quilt. Also, as I mentioned last month, I’m making the mini version of the quilt. You’ll need to get the block pattern from Jacquelynne (link later in the post) and also get the mini adaption directions from Brenda at The Quilting Nook.
I think the first two blocks look cute together…especially with some of our new Walkabout fabrics in the photo! (You can see more about the fabrics in our new Walkabout collection here).
The pattern for this month’s block (including the applique’ information) is available now from Jacquelynne’s site. There is also a Facebook group for this quilt along that you can find here.
Save the Bees Bloggers: Visit these blogs to see their versions of the blocks this month!
- The Crafty Quilter
- Podunk Pretties
- The Quilting Nook
- The Sewing Loft
- Flamingo Toes
- Kathy’s Quilts
- Freemotion by the River
- A Quilting Life…you are here!
Finally…there is also another fun giveaway this month. (You can enter to win on each of the blogs above; however any one individual may only win one prize each month). The prize this month is a copy of the Carpenter’s Apprentice pattern from EvaPaige Quilt Designs and Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmers courtesy of New Leaf Stitches. To enter the giveaway on my site, visit my Saturday Seven post here (it was my 40th post in the series this weekend) and leave a comment sharing either your favorite topic from this week or a topic you might like to see covered in a future edition. The giveaway will remain open through September 9th.
I’ll be back soon to share my fourth new quilt pattern! (And Thank you so much for all of the kind words on the first of my new patterns: Sea Glass, Pathways, and Endless Summer). Happy Quilting!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Connie says
Beautiful fabrics and block!
Kathy gray says
Beautiful fabric love way of making the block…
LaVerne Hunter says
Anxious to see everything coming up
Lisa Marie says
The article about creativity as an antidote for a mid-life crisis was interesting. I wasn’t aware that there was a “do-it-yourself maker movement” happening. DIY has always been a part of my life, so I guess I’m finally on-trend!
Sherry Loncar says
I am really enjoying the bee ? quilt along.
MoeWest says
Your block looks so pretty! This week I like #6 the recipe for Apple Artisan Bread. I like to bake on cool fall days.
Jayne P says
This is a lovely block. I enjoyed the article on the Maple Sky quilt
Gwyn Welliver says
I am just drooling over your fabric! Which cut to buy?
Donica Miller says
great patterns.
Quilter Kathy says
Very pretty block! Can’t wait to see which fabrics you use in your hexie block!
Ann says
Liked the tips on finishing up projects & the Artisan Bread Recipe. Your fabrics are beautiful.
Darrell H says
L really have been enjoying the two flower blocks that have been shown so far and can not wait for the bee and honeycomb blocks. Thanks for sharing how you made your blocks.
Bette McLennan says
I love your Endless Summer quilt! The link to the favourite notions was informative & helpful.
Lydia Gonzales says
Your choice of fabrics are beautiful!
Lisa Lamie says
I love your colors in “Save the Bees”. I bought a Mason Bee House and I counted 35 holes are plugged up already.
Joan C Warlow says
Your fabrics are so dainty and beautiful!
Bertha Goggin says
I enjoy seeing your Bee’s blocks!
Susan L. says
I love your Endless Summer quilt in the Walkabout fabrics! So bright & cheery.
Sheri says
Nice bee block. Love your color choices.
Jean Craig says
i love your tips on organization and would love pointers on best sizes to trim left over fabrics.
maria elena blecha says
.Love your fabrics!!!! Want to join your Tuesday feature too!!! So many ideas so little time! Love your bee bblock. Would love you to write on how to start desingning fabric!!!!
Carol Mina says
I would like to see how you personally come up with color and prints on your blog. You really have a good eye on color. Love the bee block.
Judy Kiesow says
Love your colors!
Camille says
Everyone has quilting problems or downright disasters (bleeding, color conflict, running out of a fabric, pattern snafus, orphan blocks, etc) . I would like to read about mishaps and how you dealt with, compensated, or corrected the situation. I think we often learn more from mistakes and problems than from successes. Share those learning experiences, too.
Kathy gray says
Beautiful fabric ✂️✂️✂️
LInda says
Neat Bee + fun to follow! Thanks for Your Blog+Giveaway!
Cheryl Lea says
Loved the creativity article!
lee says
Pretty block and love the fabric used!
dorris dale says
Beautiful fabric choices
Cindy Hanrahan says
I like your blog tip #3, keeping clutter under control. Very useful information. I really like the colors you picked for the bOM, and most of the fabrics you display as well.
Susan Whire says
Nice, pretty center fabric.
Dinah L Halopka says
Like your choice of background fabric. It is different. Enjoyed looking at things on your site also. Very nice.
Wendy says
that bread looks pretty yummy but i am more interested in the Sea Glass quilt. {I love sea glass}
Sheila Ramsden says
I love applique but your Save the Bees block is great. a new twist!!
Kathy Knutson says
Absolutely love your fabrics!!
Marsha Nierling says
very nice colors that you are using,.
elaine says
love this site!!!
Natalie Dayton says
Love the color choices!
Christine Jorgenson says
Love Love the bread, it looks so good. is there a recipe? Oh this is fun!
Sue Raymond says
I tend to be a messy quilter so you organizational tips were useful. Love your block!
Glenda Smith says
Really want to win this pattern.
cathy k says
I am always looking for ways to handle clutter. I love your block
Simone Thompson says
I love the way the blocks are made. I suppose that is my favorite topic this week lol! Love to learn new techniques and ideas because it continues to inspire me. Your blocks look very crisp and bee-beautiful!
Teresa Knittingdancer says
I enjoyed reading the bees block article and seeing your beautiful block.
Karolyn iyer says
Another great way tô do this block
Thank you