August Bee Blocks

Only two bee blocks this month, one a tad bit easier then the other, but both a little challenging, which is always a good learning experience.  The first, a String X block for "QuiltGenius" in the Quilting newBEEs group.  Overall this block is simple, but I find you have to be pretty precise on the final construction to get those "white" lines to make good points.  Two of my points are good, but the other two, not so much.  I think my problem was that those lines that are supposed to measure a precise 1/2" weren't quite that.  Oh well, hopefully she doesn't mind.  Interested in making this block?  Tutorial can be found HERE.  This finished block measures 14.5" x 14.5."  Oh and those "white" lines aren't white, but rather a nice light mint green, which is an unusual contrast to all those deep reds.   Really a stunning quilt block.

Next up are Pod blocks for "spontaneousthreads" in Always Bee Learning.  Since this group is based on all of us learning a new technique each month, Stephanie really came up with a good technique for all of us to learn.  This technique can be found in the book "Quilting Modern" by Jacquie Gering and Katie Pedersen.  I honestly haven't had much time to really study this book, but after trying this one technique, I really want to go through the book, step by step.  The technique for these blocks is really well described and easy to understand.  The top left hand block is the first one that I made, and you can see that I was able to make one with no problems, first try!  These are a variety of sizes, but the average is around 5" x 10."  Stephanie will have quite an amazing quilt and I can't wait to see what she does with all these blocks!

It looks like I will be making some New York Beauty Blocks in September, I am really looking forward to that!  Tune in later this month to see them!