This week we present two of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 25, Oshkosh-Star, by Lisa Bongean and block 26, Churndash Surprise, by Corey Yoder.
Read moreHow to prepare yourself for our upcoming Sew Along SPOTTED MORE PAPER
Are you in the mood to sew along with me and many others? You love the traditional way of piecing a block and also the modern style of a unique setting and minimalist look? Then come over, get your shopping list out - we will talk about preparing yourself for the upcoming sew along.
Read moreAnnouncing Zen Chic’s Upcoming BOM And Blockheads 2018 - Block 23 and Block 24
Zen Chic’s BOM 2018: A quilt along project using the fabric lines SPOTTED and MORE PAPER.
This week we present two of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 23, Broken Windows, by Jo Morton and block 24, Kaleidoscope, by Sherri McConnell.
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 21 and Block 22
This week we present two of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 21, Circle and Star, by Jan Patek and block 22, Economy Path, by Laurie Simpson.
I got the block done in between a whirlwind of preparations for my daughter’s wedding. Come and have a look how we celebrated the day together…
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 19 and Block 20
This week we present two of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 19, Rocky Road to California, by Betsy Chutchian and block 20, Go Fish, by Stacy Iest Hsu.
Read moreModa Blockheads 2018 - Block 16, 17 and Block 18
This week we present three of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 16, TEXAS PUZZLE, by Carrie Nelson, Block 17, BIG STORM, by me (Brigitte Heitland) and block 18, MISHMASH, by Vanessa Goertzen.
Read moreModa Blockheads 2018 - Block 14 and Block 15
This week we present two of the blocks for our blockheads 2018 by Moda free quilt along project: Block 14, Fidget Spinner, by Lynne Hagmeier and block 15, Corner Pocket, by Barbara Groves of Me and My Sister.
Read moreHow to sew a modern advent Countdown calendar & Blockheads 2018 - Block 13
Advent Countdown Calendar sewn from a panel of the fabric collection White Christmas by Zen Chic, picture courtesy of Martina Ludwig
Block 13 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Patchwork Flower and will be hosted by Cory Yoder.
In addition I guide you through how to sew a Advent Countdown Calendar, an Adventskalender how we say it in German. It is a traditional German habit and lot of fun for everybody!
Read more12 thread colors every quilter needs & Blockheads 2018 - Block 12
Aurifil Thread Box featuring White Christmas select by Zen Chic
Block 12 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Jace’s Star and will be hosted by Lisa Bongean
In addition I will introduce a box of quality threads with 12 color no quilter won’t miss! Believe me.
Read moreChristmas Trees in a modern Quilt & Blockheads 2018 - Block 11
Those Trees Christmas Quilt pattern by Zen Chic
Block 11 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Direction and will be hosted by Sherrie McConnel
And I will talk a bit about my THOSE TREES Christmas Quilt pattern (it’s cute, it’s simple and you can make that…)
Read moreA modern Appliqué Christmas Quilt & Blockheads 2018 - Block 10
Mistletoe Christmas Quilt pattern by Zen Chic
Block 10 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Duck and Ducklings and will be hosted by Jo Morton.
And I will talk a bit about my MISTLETOE Christmas Quilt pattern (if you want to kiss under a Mistletoe, this would be THE opportunity…)
Read moreHow to sew a Christmas Quilt with a Layer Cake & Blockheads 2018 - Block 9
Star In A Star Christmas Quilt pattern by Zen Chic
Block 9 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called With A Plus and will be hosted by Laurie Simpson.
And I will talk a bit about my STAR-IN-A-STAR Christmas Quilt pattern (a really easy to sew quilt, also for beginners…
Read moreHow to sew a modern Lone Star Quilt & Blockheads 2018 - Block 8
Mega Star Christmas Quilt pattern by Zen Chic
Block 8 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Pineapple and will be hosted by Jan Patek.
And I will talk a bit about my MEGA STAR Christmas Quilt pattern (which turned out to become a Mega Star…)
Read moreWin an Aurifil Thread Box & Blockheads 2018 - Block 7
Block 7 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Spin Cycle and will be hosted by Stacy Iest Hsu.
Andy you will have the chance to win an Aurifil thread box and a bundle of White Christmas fabrics
Read more28 Elegant Christmas Fabrics & Blockheads 2018 - Block 6
White Christmas fabrics by Zen Chic
Block 6 of the free quilt along Blockheads 2018 by Moda. The block of this week is called Path thru the woods and will be hosted by Betsy Chutchian.
This post gives you also a sneak peek on all the beautiful 28 White Christmas fabrics available now in stores.
Read moreHuge Discount on All Zen Chic patterns & Blockheads 2018 - Block 5
Block 5 of the free quilt along blockheads 2018 by Moda. These week Vanessa Goertzen from Lella Boutique brings us a huge block - IMPACT. This quilt will definitely have an impact on your completed layout.
I’m also offering a huge pattern discount on my new WHITE CHRISTMAS pattern series, so don’t miss this opportunity.
This post gives you also a sneak peek on the new issue 13 of Simply Modern by Quiltmania.
Read more13 modern quilt projects & Blockheads 2018 - Block 4
Simply Modern No 13, a Quiltmania magazine filled with 13 modern quilt projects
Block 4 of the free quilt along blockheads 2018 by Moda. These week we work on Romas Cross. See different techniques to sew the block, download your free pattern and see, what else you can sew with Roman Cross.
This post gives you also a sneak peek on the new issue 13 of Simply Modern by Quiltmania.
Read moreQuilt Along Blockheads 2018 - Block 3 and a free Christmas Pattern
WHITE CHRISTMAS fabrics have hit stores these days and to inspire you I created this free pattern.
Block 3 of the free quilt along blockheads 2018 by Moda. These week we work on Pennsylvania and the block and instructions will be hosted by Carrie Nelson of Moda.
I have also a free pattern for a Christmas Quilt for you… elegant and modern, beyond reds and greens. Come check it out!
Read moreFree Quilt Along Blockheads 2018 - Block 2
WHITE CHRISTMAS fabrics have hit stores these days
Block 2 of the free quilt along blockheads 2018 by Moda. These week we work on Buckeye Beauty and the block and instructions will be hosted by Me and My Sister Designs.
Read moreFree Quilt Along Blockheads 2018 - Block 1
FREE QUILT ALONG BLOCKHEADS 2018
BLOCK 1
Stellar Star
Free quilt along Blockheads 2018, Block 1: Stellar Star
Fabrics used in the block are from Moda, Basic Grey GRUNGE and Zen Chic MORE PAPER
Quilt pattern printed, new sharp blade inserted, cutting table cleared off! Eager to start with the first task of Blockheads round 2.
If you want a quick overview about the free quilt along project and what materials are needed, you find this information on my previous post here.
Lynne Hagmeier starts the new season with the first quilt block. I can only show my virtual block, since I didn't get the hands on my choosen fabrics so far. But it's a piece of cake to make that patchwork block:
Everyone can do a 9-patch and with the flip-and-stitch method explained in the downloadable quilt block file you can easily make the trapezoids pointing in all four directions.
I used a light and dark from the same shade so I achieved a kind of dimensional effect.
Hop over to Lynn's Blog and see, what she is doing with this block.
BTW: When sewing all the blocks for this project, the instructions will refer to some basic techniques, which will be used again and again. Sewing half square triangles, curved seams, flip and stitch technique, etc. You can download and print this sheets with the basic instructions.
I made the little star in the middle pop a bit by using graphite background fabric instead of white.