How has the National Quilters Circle Quilt Block Challenge been going for you so far? We love seeing all the beautiful blocks you’ve created – what talented quilters! We’re already up to week 5 – can you believe it? Here we go!
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 here 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
Would love to get the block emails! Thx
Hi, Carol. We have signed you up!
Are you going to do another challenge? I love this, just seeing all the different waysit looks with the different colors. Thank-you so much.
Hi, Sharon. Yes, we are. The challenges come out every Thursday, so be sure to keep an eye out!
I thought I registered but have not received any blocks yet.
Hi, Dawn. We have signed you up! If you’re still not receiving them, please contact us at 1-855-706-3538; our Customer Service Team would be happy to look into this further with you.
Love the blocks – they are all turning out great!!
What is the TOTAL AMOUNT OF MATERIAL YOU NEED FOR THE WHOLE QUILT, NINE WEEKS WORTH?
Hi,
Here is the 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
Cheers,
Thanks for adding me.
is there a correct way to position 5.5 inch blocks when trimming to 4.25? some of my blocks, when cut, were off center. Can’t figure it out ???????
Hi,
Here is a great video to help you when squaring up blocks.
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/video/squaring-up-quilt-blocks-precision-008971/
Hope this helps!
Cheers,
Having fun making each block but somehow I missed block #4. Is it possible to have it sent again or at least picture of it? Thanks so much.
Hi, Jacki. Here is the link to Block 4: https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-4/
Happy Quilting!
Would love to receive blocks via e-mail – can you help me?
Hi, Pat. Here’s the link to sign up! http://go.nationalquilterscircle.com/A7154/
Looking foward to catching up with everyone
Looking forward to joining in
Are we suppose to change the measurements in the patterns or they just examples if we want to change the size of the blocks? I’m a little confused about this.
Hi,
Yes, if you wish to change the size of the block you will need too change the measurements in the pattern.
Cheers!
In response to Barabara on March 24, Quilt In a Day has a square up ruler I love. You would place the 4-1/2 inch line on the seaf of your half square triangle before you open it up to press. Then you just trim up two sides. Works beautifully.
Excited to learn some new blocks, but even more excited to see what everyone does with them.
I just joined the website last week and only listened to the webcast tonight – block #6. But I did get on the PC and download ALL the blocks – 1 thru 7 – that have been posted. Now I guess it’s up to me to get into my stash and start cutting and sewing.
*** Andrea *** I did notice a few asking about batting – 1) if you are HAND quilting, than “natural” batting is preferred; and 2) same for machine quilting – especially if sending it out – they would all like to see the “natural” batting as well. So cotton/wool batting is the best to use ALL around. To lessen the shrinkage – cold/cold/cool.
Cannot get blocks 5 through 7 and have tried multiple times. Need help
Hi Wayne,
Here are the links for blocks 5-7:
Block 5
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-5/
Block 6
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-6/
Block 7
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-7/
Happy Quilting!
Not sure what fabric i will use