We’re eight weeks in to the National Quilters Circle Quilt Block Challenge, and we’re getting so excited to see everyone’s finished quilts soon. But before we get there, it’s time to work on block #8!
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
Nice & simple
I did not receive the email for block #6. Could it get sent to me again?
Hi Judy,
Below is the link for Block 6:
Block 6
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-6/
Happy Quilting!
Kate
NQC
What happened to blocks 4 and 6? I did not receive them in my e-mails. I searched for them in spam and thought maybe I accidentally deleted them, but searched everywhere and they just weren’t there.. Is there anyway I can get those two patterns? Thank you, Sincerely, Mary Sherrieb
Hi Mary,
Below are the links for Blocks 4 & 6, sorry that you did not get them:
Block 4
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-4/
Block 6
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-6/
Happy Quilting!
Kate
NQC
love the weekly quilt pattern for snowy day quilt
Could you please resend instructions for block 5? Thank you.
Hi Beckie,
Below is the link for Block 5:
https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/block-5/
Happy Quilting!
Kate
NQC Video Membership
Why so much Fabric for one block? 2/3 yd. of Navy and Teal, then ! yd. of Pink.
I believe the amounts of fabric and backing, batting, etc., are for the entire quilt
New at quilting
Would love to do these blocks
Hi Susan,
If you are interested you can like us on Facebook and check out the Block Challenge and access each block there!
Happy Quilting!
Kate
NQC Video Membership