Friday, June 17, 2022

Introducing Turning Wheels

 I am excited to introduce the next PBJ pattern. She's been sitting on my To Do list for a couple of years now, so it's about time she came to be.



I used the good ole fashioned Half-Square Triangle unit and the VBlock Trimmer® specialty rule to make this quilt. This gives it a circular feel, but there are no curves involved. The ruler is needed for this pattern.




The quilt is a one block quilt design with a simple change for the outside blocks. It really does come together easily.





The testers have some great quilts to share as well.





Anja's modern color choice makes this version pop! The turquoise and orange were great color choices.






Kathryn's patriotic color scheme has me all ready for July 4th!






Janice's soft pastel quilt is the perfect size for movie night!






While Sherry's quilt has me dreaming of warm firesie nights making s'mores.





I love how Beverly used a large print for her background and solids to really make those shapes stand out. Plus I'm always a fan of purple. 😉






Find Turning Wheels Here:



The pattern is currently available only as a PDF.

Add the required  V Block Trimmer® found in the Etsy shop and receive free shipping!






It will be hard to choose which side of this quilt to show off, the wide backing is soooo gorgeous!






I had some fun piecing a backing for the smaller version of Turning Wheels. Look for a "how to" next week!






The pattern comes with four size options: 42" square (shown), 66" square, 78" x 90" (shown), 90" x 102" so you can make the perfect size for you.






Details

Blue version:
Fabric - Frolic from Benartex
Backing - Frolic from Benartex
Quilted with all over large stipple using Glide thread; Nickle 15497

Sunflower version:

Fabric - A Wooly Autumn from Benartex
Backing - Pieced from A Wooly Autumn fabrics
Quilted with all over large stipple using Glide thread; Honey Gold 80125






Pattern:



Ruler:


Receive free shipping on the ruler when you purchase it with the pattern!




Make something Extraordinary!

Jen

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

June 2022 Monthly Color Challenge

Hello June!



This month's spice is the mustard seed. I love mustard. I love the mustard color. This might be *my* month. What I didn't know is that the mustard seed comes in more than one color. What?! I know, blew my mind, too.

Photo: Swapan Photography


If you want to know all about Mustard Seeds Nerdy Foodies is the place to go. They are the ones who told me yellow is not the only color the mustard seed comes in. Now, maybe you knew this, but remember *not a cook* so anything with food is probably going to wow me. 🤣

More from Nerdy Foodies:

What does the mustard seed taste like?

"Yellow seeds are mellow with a slight spice and sweetness while brown and black seeds are hot and sharp with bitter elements. The aroma is similar to curry leaves with a delicate spice."

What goes well with the mustard seed?

"This seasoning is extremely versatile and can pair with almost any ingredient including rice, potatoes, cabbage, cheese, pork, poultry, fish, shellfish, coriander, garlic, chilli, honey, yoghurt, ginger, coconut, and pulses."

There are alos a few recipies you can check out. I'm going to have to try the Mustard Seed Potatoes. Yummy!




Continuing with the "I didn't plan this" theme, the center of this months block could pass for the little mustard seed, especially in the 6" finished size.

This block is super simple so I hope you enjoy it, and maybe even play around with other color options while you wait for July.

June Bloggers


Karen - Karen Bolan


The Monthly Color Challenge Bloggers share their favorite quilts using the color of the month. Have you made a quilt where yellow was the stand out?




Ready to get the pattern? Go to Payhip and download it now! The block is free for the month June! Each set of instructions includes a "How To" video, one for each size offered!

To have the 2022 Monthly Color Challenge blocks sent directly to your email sign up HERE.

It's too late to have the January thru June blocks emailed to you but you can download them from Payhip.

Make something Extraordinary!

Jen

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