When I started my BAD (Block-a-Day) project I had no thoughts about what
I would do with the blocks. All I wanted
was to make use of my fabric scraps. I
couldn’t have known that making a Block-a-Day would create a new mug rug pattern .....
and now a new quilt block pattern – the “Place in my Heart” patchwork block ......
The
Place in my Heart block is a 9” patchwork heart that surrounds a 4” focus block. The block design is so versatile because it allows you to use different fabrics for the heart and inset
blocks yet the shape and layout of the block provides a unifying look when
the blocks are placed together. Great
for using up my scraps and you know the finished project will not look too messy
or chaotic due to the block design.
Initially
I was going to make a bed runner.
However, the blocks are so quick to put together that I have decided to
make a full size bed quilt using the Place-in-my-Heart blocks some of my scrappy BAD
blocks and 2” sashing (in Kona ‘snow’).
So if
you have some little blocks that you don’t know what to do with this is the pattern
for you. (If your blocks are smaller than 4” (finished size) just add
a border to bring them up to size. This
is what I have done with Carol Doak’s little 3” paper-pieced blocks – which I
love making by-the-way.)
However,
if you don’t have any little blocks not to worry - the pattern includes
instructions for three patchwork inset blocks (nine-patch, heart and pinwheel) together
with two appliqué inset blocks (Folk Art Tulip and Flower Heart).
To
date I have made ten Place-in-my-Heart blocks and I am loving them. They are quick and easy to make and look good
when laid out together. The hardest part
is choosing which of my BAD blocks to use as they all have a place in my heart!
p.s. I forgot to
mention that this pattern is just $1.99 (as are all my patterns) and is
available in my Craftsy store. I shall also be adding some Patchsmith inset pattern packs throughout the year so you can start collecting.
Brilliant! Or in other words...I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love it too Ferne - it is so much fun that I think one quilt won't be enough!
DeleteThose Place in my heart blocks are adorable Amanda,
ReplyDeletethey'll make a beautiful quilt or wall hanging!
Look forward to seeing what you do with them.
Thank you Jodie. First up is a bed quilt.
DeleteHello Amanda! These block are so cute and the quilt is going to look adorable! Have a lovely weekend! :) x
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine. The weather looks like it will continue to be fine. I hope you have a good weekend too. xx
DeleteI LOVE your Place In My Heart blocks!! Such an awesome idea! I also adore that you made some applique' AND patchwork blocks for the little blocks inside this dear heart! Your Tulip is my FAVORITE Tulip EVER!!!
ReplyDeleteSusie
Thank you Susie - glad you like the tulip - tulips are everywhere at the moment so I thought I would add mine to the pot.
DeleteI'm so happy to see your latest pattern, Amanda! It's so sweet and the perfect way to display those little blocks. I'm on my way to get my pattern now!
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy the pattern as much as I enjoy yours Julie. I have made the background for the Spring Petals and have my fabric picked out and ready to go. But I shall wait for your next post as you provide so many hints and tips.
DeleteOh that is a great pattern Amanda! The little blocks inside the hearst looks so sweet! A wonderful way to use scraps too!
ReplyDeleteI hate to throw fabric away but my scrap bag just seems to be growing and growing. I will have to make some more blocks and quickly!
DeleteAdorable! I just popped over to Craftsy and you have so many cute patterns!
ReplyDeleteThank you. They are fun to design, make and share.
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