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August Bee Blocks

9/6/2012

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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.
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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!
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Katie B link
9/6/2012 05:28:22 am

Nice work! I'm making the first block this month too. It's a fun one!

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Flying Blind link
9/6/2012 07:24:23 am

I love the first block, the pods are perhaps an acquired taste!

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Lynne link
9/6/2012 11:42:37 am

That cross block is indeed very lovely but looks a little complicated!

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Michelle link
9/6/2012 01:43:21 pm

Those pod blocks are awesome! I'll have to go look those up in my book and make some -- so cool!

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Debboe link
9/6/2012 05:22:11 pm

those WERE challenging blocks but I think they turned out great! (kinds scared of that NY beauty - yikes!)

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Spontaneous Threads link
9/7/2012 02:10:50 pm

I love my pods Marci, Thanks so very much!!!

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Leanne link
9/8/2012 02:03:28 am

Your blocks are great! I made those pods last night and they are fun to do.

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Lynda link
6/27/2016 06:26:12 am

Hello, Marci. I would like to use your x block pattern for a charity quilt for ovarian cancer. I tried the link, but it said I am not a member and can't view it. If there is another link to this block could you send it to me? I need to get started on it so I can send it to my friend in Australia. It will take 3 weeks to get there from here. You can check out the current OC quilt here: https://talltalesfromchiconia.wordpress.com/2016/06/25/time-for-teal-13-and-other-stuff/ Thank you so very much for your consideration. :)

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