Block of the Month IdeasUse this search feature to quickly find the information you're looking for There's no better way to tackle a more challenging project than with a block of the month quilt pattern. Progressing through the patterns each month enables you to accomplish beautiful quilts with ease. These monthly quilt patterns offer a simplified and manageable approach to larger patchwork and quilting projects. BOM quilt patterns help to ease the uncertainty of knowing where to start. They give you the confidence that you need to complete the project. Tackling a quilt in sections or blocks enables you to progress quickly and easily through even the most challenging quilt. Each month you will be amazed and delighted as your quilt takes shape right before you eyes. Many quilting shops have a range of BOM projects for purchase. These are often sent out to you on a monthly basis with payment as you go, making that another benefit when using BOM projects. 
This is a project I completed in just over a year. I purchased it through Cushla's Village Fabrics. I have shown their listing below. Purrfect Day Out Finished size: 54"x78"Available now or as a kitset.This is an exciting new block of the month which would be great for any child's room or holiday place. Purrfect Day Out is an 10-month programme at $37.50 per month plus postage. You will receive each row over two postings. Borders charged separately. Another way block of the month projects are used is by quilting groups. Usually a single block is offered to the group for each person to complete over the next month. All those who have contributed a block go in the draw to win all the blocks that were made using the BOM. A great way to learn and practice varying techniques and also a great way of acquiring a quilt! The following pages contain Block of the Month projects from various sources (Glendale Quilting Guild, Fallbrook Quilt Guild, Patch Pieces, friends and most I have made)that you can use for your quilting group. Some are appliqué, while others are patchwork. Feel free to use any of the following blocks as you choose. I have arranged my Block of the Month blocks in categories to make them easier to find. Summer & Winter Blocks There nothing more summery than eating an ice cream. This
ice cream treats
is fun to complete and can be decorated in many exciting ways. There are many variations you can use when making this
beach house block.
This
snowman block
offers continuity with the interest coming through the scarves and added embellishments. Easter Blocks Easter blocks are fun to make for children. This
Easter Chick
block when made would look great alternating with an Easter Egg Block. Another cute Easter block is
Easter Bunny Basket.
Christmas Blocks Christmas blocks always look festive when made. Try this
Christmas ornament
block. It's made using four colors. Another popular Christmas block is the
Christmas tree block
. A great block to use up those leftover Christmas fabrics. The
Christmas Cracker
pieced block is made using red, greens, gold or silver fabrics. Children's Blocks There seems to be endless ideas for quilts for children. I once saw a fabulous quilt using a jar theme so thought it appropriate to have one in my block of the month set. The jar block is very versatile. Bugs for boys, pinks for girls or even food for the teenager! Another colorful block is the I spy block and the beach ball block . You use a lot of different colorful prints to make these blocks. The clown fish block is made using batiks. You will notice a definite resemblance to Nemo if you choose red and white fabrics. Tea for two is always fun and this cupcake block makes the most delicious cupcakes ever! The nautical block looks very fresh in blues. Embellishing this block makes all the difference. This next block is made using four different cat templates. By making multiple blocks you can make a fabulous
Cat Block.
The Irish chain block uses only 2 tone on tone colors, green and white. A great block for St Patrick's day. Friendship star is a lovely block, based on the nine patch, that can be made in any colorway you choose. If you are wanting to make an Amish block try the turnstile block , it uses only two colors. The kimono block is a real treat. There are so many lovely Asian fabrics with gold overlay that would suit this block. Also being able to create both back & front views makes it more fun. The next block is called
Bright Hope,
and is a great one to make for someone in need of encouragement. It is made from tone on tone reds. If you are looking for a block that uses a large novelty print then the
Window Block
might be just what you are looking for.
Scrappy Quilt
is an easy quilt block to make and also has the advantage of being a great one for using up some of those scraps! Valentines Day Return From Block of the Month Back To Quilts Home Page New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
