TQC Journal | issue 116

 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Twenty Three
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from red print, cut:
8 squares, 1-11/16" x 1-11/16"
from light print, cut:
2 squares, 1 3/4" x 1-3/4" cut diagonally once
2 squares, 3" x 3" cut diagonally twice
2 squares, 1-11/16" x 1-11/16"
1 rectangle, 1-11/16" x 4-1/16"
2 strips, 1-1/4" x 5-1/2"
2 strips, 1-1/4" x 7"

Making the block
1. Lay out block in diagonal rows. Sew the units in each row
together. Join the rows alternating seams at intersections.
Add corners last. 

2. Add side borders and top and bottom borders. 
Borders are slightly oversized. Trim block to 6-1/2" square

3. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand
quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding.
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 

TQC Journal | 115

Here is a little sneak peak at my next fabric collection, Woof + Warp.
I am working on a fun project using half-square-triangles, my favorite. 
Woof + Warp will be shipping to your local quilt shop in December
and I will be taking pre-orders in November. 

 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Twenty Two
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from pink print, cut:
2 squares, 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" cut diagonally once
3 squares, 2-3/4" x 2-3/4" cut diagonally twice
1 rectangle, 1-9/16 x 3-11/16
2 squares, 1-9/16" x 1-9/16"
from brown plaid, cut:
2 rectangles, 1-9/16" x 3-11/16"
6 rectangles, 1-9/16" x 2-5/8"
2 squares, 1-9/16" x 1-9/16"

Making the block
1. Lay out block in diagonal rows. Sew the units in each row
together. Join the rows alternating seams at intersections.
Add corners last. 

2. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand
quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding.
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 
This sweet project was always a favorite of customers when
they visited my brick and mortar. I thought you might like to 
be reminded of it too. Summer Spools was a great little sew
along ten years ago, wow! You can find all the details here. 

TQC Journal | issue 114

Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Twenty One
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from light print, cut:
1 square, 6-1/2" x 6-1/2"

Making the block
1. Download the free pattern below. Pattern
include details necessary to complete block.

This pattern will be used for several blocks
that require English Paper Piecing and Applique. 

2. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand
quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding.
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 
Bygone Baskets is another favorite (can you have too many?)
Take advantage of this Scrappy Savings and grab a copy of the pattern.
It would make the perfect project to fill the cozy fall days ahead. 

Bygone Baskets
Finished Quilt 54" x 71"
$10.00  $4.00

TQC Journal | issue 113

 
September is here! How is that possible. This months mini is
pretty simple but darling none the less. Grab your postcard
collection and a few scraps and get to work. I have a limited 
number of 2024 postcards left. Place an order here.  
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Get ready. The 2025 Mini-a-Month Postcard Collection will
be released next month. 12 all new mini quilts featuring
historical reproduction fabric from my collections with
Marcus Fabrics. If this sounds right up your alley, stay tuned.
 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Twenty
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from black print, cut:
4 strips, 1-1/4" x 5"
from light print, cut:
4 squares, 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
1 square, 1-5/8" x 1-5/8"
from gold print, cut:
1 square, 4-1/4" x 4-1/4" cut diagonally twice
from brown print, cut:
4 strips, 1-5/8" x 4-1/2"

Making the block
1. Layout block center. Sew gold triangles to each side of two
brown strips. Add brown strips to center 1-5/8" light square.

2. Join three pieces together alternating seams at intersections.
Trim center unit to 5" square, including seam allowances.

3. Add black border to each side of block center. Sew a 1-1/4"
light square to each end of remaining black strips. Sew
to block, alternating seams at intersections.

4. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand 

quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to 
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding. 
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 

TQC Journal | issue 112

 
 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Nineteen
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from yellow print, cut:
1 bias strip, 3/4" x 9"
1 square, 3-1/4" x 3-1/4" cut diagonally twice
1 square, 7-1/4" x 7-1/4" cut diagonally twice
from light print, cut:
1 rectangle, 3-1/2" x 6-1/2"
1 square, 3-3/4" x 3-3/4" cut once diagonally. 

Making the block
1. Make basket handle by turning under each long edge of bias strip 1/4". 

2. Position handle to 3-1/2" x 6-1/2" light rectangle. Stitch in place.

3. Piece basket body using remaining pieces. Add basket handle
section to basket body section. Block should measure 6 1/2"
square, including seam allowances. 

4. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand 

quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to 
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding. 
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 

TQC Journal | issue 111

This months mini is the perfect summer project. I love the little
nine patches and a green setting fabric. Grab your Mini-a-Month
Postcard Collection and pick a few of your favorite scraps and 
get started! If you still need a set of postcards you can order here. 

 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Eighteen
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from red print, cut:
2 squares, 3-1/2" x 3 1/2" cut diagonally twice
1 square, 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"
from light print, cut:
2 squares, 3-1/2" x 3 1/2" cut diagonally twice
4 squares, 2-1/2" x 2-1/2"

Making the block
1. Make four hourglass blocks using red and light triangles.
Trim blocks to 2-1/2" square, including seam allowances. 

2. Lay out block in three rows. Sew the units in each row. 
Join the rows alternating seams at intersections. 

3. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand 

quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to 
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding. 
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 

TQC Journal | Special Edtion

 
These cute "little" baskets are the result of a Sunday Stitching Session.
Tiny 2" baskets made using my future collection, Woof and Warp.
You will need to be patient, Woof and Warp will be not be available 
until December 2024. Pre orders will be sometime in November. 

 Patchwork Potholder Project - Block Seventeen
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from pink print, cut:
1 square, 3-7/8" x 3-7/8" cut diagonally once
1 square, 2" x 2"
1" strip cut on bias for basket handle
from light print, cut:
1 square, 1-1/2" x 1-1/2"
2 rectangles, 1-1/2" x 2-1/2"
1 square, 2" x 2"
1 square, 3-7/8" x 3-7/8" cut diagonally once
2 strips, 1-1/2" x 4-1/2"
2 strips, 1-1/2" x 6-1/2"

Making the block
1. Using 2" light and pink squares, make 2 half square triangles.
Draw a diagonal line of wrong side of light square, sew 1/4" on
 each side of line. Cut on line, press and trim units to 1-1/2"

2. Prepare basket handle by turning under 1/4" on each long side
of 1" bias strip. Place handle on light triangle and hand stitch in place. 

3. Layout units using diagram and piece together. 

4. Add 4-1/2" light strips to each side of block center. Add
light 6-1/2" strips to top and bottom of block. 

5. Layer block, batting and back together. Machine or hand 
quilt. Important note - Once your block is quilted trim to 
6-1/2" square. Bind using single thickness binding. 
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Catch up on all the Patchwork Potholder Project details here. 

Fifth Monday Freebie

I love little baskets quilts and I am betting you do too. 
Here is another fun basket project for you to enjoy. 
Bonus: These cute eggs are also included in this free pattern. 
Download the free pattern and get started today.