Posts by andrewdunn7

This month we have a star.  I know there have been many stars before, but this is a new one, and with no measuring it is fast, easy, and visually effective.  Sounds good, right? Rising Star, Improvised Terri Torke did a lovely symmetrical version of the rising star here, but this one is not symmetrical; for…

Ooh, It’s rainy out there!  Totally makes you want to stay inside and sew:) This month’s block lotto is improv, but after finishing it I think it looks a bit like a backgammon board, so Backgammon Improv Block! My colour inspiration: Warm Palette, channeling warm thoughts. I found the idea for this one at http://www.42quilts.com/2012/03/modern-monday-block-25.html .…

Fall is upon us! And that spooky month will be well on its way when you turn in this block.  With that in mind, we are going with a Halloween themed block lotto. Spooky Eyes! Simply eyes on a black background   This block is pretty much a free for all, be as creative or simple…

Hot days of summer around my house call for MANY popsicles and other frozen treats.  So what better inspiration for this month’s block lotto! The popsicle block: There are LOTS of pieces to cut, but once  you get that done, it comes together pretty quickly.  Go to https://www.fabric.com/blog/summer-block-party-popsicle/ for detailed step by step instructions.  The…

Canada day is coming up, so lets play with red and white fabric. Thanks to a member suggestion, we are making a puzzle block.  I hope this one will look really cool when put together with the others!   To start with, get some white fabric, (Kona white is preferable for consistency) and two red…

This month we are making a Helix   The block is pretty straight forward on its own, but the visual effect when you put a bunch of the blocks together will be great!  A blue pillar with orange wrapping up around it. To start, you need: Medium to dark blue, assorted print fabrics- 3 triangles( right angle,…

This month we are making a stretched wonky star.  Why make just a star when you can make it wonky. And then why not stretch it.  Might as well give it a try. You will need: -Kona Silver ( we now have fat quarters available to buy at meeting night) -Assorted green print scraps Cutting instructions:…

This one is inspired by the January Toronto MQG block lotto, made to represent the diversity of women and support the women’s march of January 21, 2017 around the world. And in the spirit of this month, it’s pink and red! Start by cutting five pieces of pink or red prints, 6 1/2″ x 4…

Winter Tree This month we are doing improv!  You will need: one 13″ x13″ square of beige/cream/ivory/ecru etc. Solid fabric or print that acts like a solid. one 2″ x 14″ strip and about eight 1″ assorted length strips in a purple print.   Then we start cutting. First cut is the main trunk, approximately centre of…

This month’s block is taking a very traditional log cabin block,changing it up, and using a modern palette of grey and yellow. You will need: -One 4″x4″ square of yellow print or solid fabric.  Any shade of yellow, but make sure it reads clearly as yellow( not too strong contrasting colour in the print). -Lots…