Week 1 of the National Quilters Circle Quilt Block Challenge was a blast – we loved seeing all the beautiful color combinations you have chosen! It’s now time for week 2 and our second block. Get ready!
For this challenge, we are working on the beautiful Snowy Day Quilt Sampler designed by Andrea Smith of Happy Cloud Creations. The finished size of the quilt will be 56.5 x 56.5 inches, but below you’ll find some instructions in case you’d like to change the block size. In this post you’ll also find information on fabric requirements and other tips on fabric and color choice.
Click the button below to download a PDF with instructions for the second block. And make sure to share your progress in the Quilt Block Challenge Facebook Group – we can’t wait to see everyone’s work!
Basic Instructions
1. Read all instructions before beginning your block.
2. All seam allowances are 1/4 inch.
3. Pattern assumes most width of fabrics are 42 inches. If you like to prewash your fabric, you will want to purchase 1/4 yard more fabric to account for shrinkage.
4. Basic sewing, piecing, and quilting knowledge needed.
Fabric Needed
Color A (Navy): 2/3 yard
Color B (Pink): 1 yard
Color C (Teal): 2/3 yard
Color D (Grey): 2 1/2 yards (includes 1 yard of sashing)
Binding: 1/2 yard Backing: 3 3/4 yard
Andrea has chosen pretty pinks and blue hues for her design, but feel free to use whatever colors use like. It is recommended you keep Color D a contrasting color from Color A, B, and C to help the designs stand out. This design would also make a great scrappy quilt.
How to Change Block Size
Where the pattern says 4.5 x 4.5:
- Divide your total finished size block by 4 and add .5
- Example: 20/4=5+.5=5.5
Where the pattern says 5.25 x 5.25 (squares used for hst):
- Use the previous number and add .75
- Example: 5.5+.75=6.25
Where the pattern says to use 2.5 inch strip:
- Divide your total finished size block by 8 then add .5
- Example: 20/8=2.5+.5=3
If you haven’t signed up for the Quilt Block Challenge, there’s still time! You can sign up to make sure you get the block assignments delivered to you inbox each week. And make sure to visit Andrea on Facebook, Instagram, and Etsy to see more of her beautiful work!
Ready for the next block? Here’s what’s coming up next:
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
Block 4
Block 5
Block 6
Block 7
Block 8
Block 9
Finishing/Assembly Instructions
Question, Block 2, what is size of center with stripes attached?
I signed up earlier but I'm not getting the emails
LOVE BLOCK 2 CAN I GET BLOCK 1
Thanks for adding me! Love the Snowy Day Quilt Sampler
Love doing this challenge . Look so forward to the new block each Thursday
I would like to participate.
I misplaced my copy of block #1 that I made. Is there a way i could get a copy of it? Could that be resent to my email? Thanks Barb
How do I get to see what other people have done so far with this challenge?
I did not receive week one. Why?
Thanks so much!