Thank you for visiting Quilt Moments’ blog. I am so excited to be included once again in the fabulous Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks magazine and join in the fun blog tour with my fellow block designers. Volume 9 hits newsstands May 6th. Today I’ll share some ideas on how to use my block and give you a chance to win several goodies. Keep reading to the end to see what you could win!
My block, Pinwheel Polka #866, is shown on page 58 of the magazine. I love using large print fabrics in my quilts and often put what I call “4-patch kaleidoscopes” in my block centers which are made from sets of four identical squares. For this block, instead of using squares, I used four matching rectangles and made stitch n’ flip corner with black squares to create the pinwheel effect.
I made the block using the large black and white floral from the Nouveau Rouge collection designed by Alice Kennedy for Timeless Treasures shown below. Would you like a chance to own some of this fabric? Keep reading…..
Here is an image of what a twin size quilt looks like using 12 blocks set on point with an easy alternate block and 5″ wide border of the feature floral print.
The large print shown on the border is what is used for all the 4-patch block centers.
I have many patterns and a book featuring this easy technique which you can see on my website, but
here are the construction highlights:
1) Cut or rip a piece of large print fabric containing at least 4 fabric repeats lengthwise down the middle and save one of these pieces for the wide borders
2) Cut out and layer four identical pieces of the fabric following the design repeat and pin around the perimeter with flathead pins carefully capturing the same motif through all fabric layers
3) Rotary cut strip sets 3-1/2” wide and then sub-cut them into 3-1/2” x 6-1/2″ rectangle sets. (Usually square sets, here rectangle sets)
4) Take a rectangle set, and rotate the four identical rectangles to create a 4-patch rectangle kaleidoscope. With the rectangles, you have two different rotation options so you can choose your favorite look!
One of my favorite Quilt Moments patterns that uses both 4-patch rectangles and 4-patch squares is Tilt-A-Whirl (QM103). In this pattern I use smaller blocks finishing 8″. Here is a version using the black and white butterfly print shown below.
I never get bored trying out different fabrics with the easy 4-patch kaleidoscope technique since it always yields fun surprises. Who would have imagined that using this simple butterfly print with 4″ butterflies could create such cool effects in the blocks?
Have fun choosing a large print to make your own block. Florals work great, but you can also use novelty prints and kids’ prints. My examples today feature black & white fabrics, but of course you can choose from a whole rainbow of colors! Adding easy “4-patch kaleidoscopes” to the center of blocks is a fun way to spice up your blocks so give it a try!
I love sharing my quilts during trunk show talks and teaching classes at quilt shops and quilt guilds, so I was thrilled when Sandy Fogarty of Quilters Quarters in North Carolina invited me to teach on a quilting cruise next year!
I’m excited to share the news that I’ll be the featured teacher on Quilters Quarters Quilting Cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Sea’s Caribbean cruise February 22 – March 1, 2015. I’ll be teaching classes showing my kaleidoscope techniques during the days at sea and enjoying the many cruise activities and adventures at the ports of call. Please come join us on this great adventure! We all experienced a very LONG winter, especially here in Minnesota, so wouldn’t you love to make plans for a warm trip next winter?! You can find all the information and reserve a spot here.
Now for the goodies. Leave a comment on this post by midnight Sunday, May 4th, for a chance to win a copy of the new Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 9 magazine, or a 3 yard cut of the beautiful Nouveau Rouge floral print featured in my block.
For a second chance to win, please “like” Quilt Moments on our new Facebook page and leave another comment letting us know you liked us:)
Then remember to visit Quiltmaker and all the other blogs for more entertainment and chances to win prizes.
Enjoy all your quilt moments!
Marilyn
April 29, 2014 at 12:35 am |
I’ve always been frightened of using large scaled print in quilts…..you’ve given me the courage to try!!! Thanks xo
April 29, 2014 at 1:40 am |
Large scale prints can be a challenge but you do it so well. I love your patterns. So much fun to sew. Thanks for the challenge.
April 29, 2014 at 1:41 am |
Oh yes I like your FB page.
April 29, 2014 at 2:30 am |
Love the second quilt with the butterfly fabrics.
April 29, 2014 at 2:41 am |
I like it on FB.
Thank you for your story and giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 3:10 am |
Beautiful block. I have a large scale print that I would love to use for this!
April 29, 2014 at 3:11 am |
It’s great to see large scale fabrics shine, and your block helps them do that.
April 29, 2014 at 3:13 am |
I like the butterfly fabric better in the block.
April 29, 2014 at 3:57 am |
Wow love the kaleidoscope effect but never have the courage to try…your 4 patch technique looks much easier!! Thank you!
April 29, 2014 at 3:58 am |
I liked you on facebook as well for more inspiration!
April 29, 2014 at 4:03 am |
I love your block and fabric….I am going to have to try the 4-patch kaleidoscope technique. I am seeing so many possibility’s in my head right now. I have so many novelty prints that I would try to use with this…oh so cute. Thank you for the chance to win….oh and have lots of fun on your teaching cruise…sounds like fun.
thim3@hotmail.com
April 29, 2014 at 4:34 am |
Congrats on another publish. This technique is amazing. I can see that you never get tired of new tries. This looks like a day(s) of fun, fun, fun. Thanks for the giveaways.
April 29, 2014 at 4:41 am |
I’m following you on Facebook now. I looked at more of your designs. Wow!
April 29, 2014 at 5:33 am |
I love pinwheel blocks & your new block is amazing. Thanks for sharing & thanks for the giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 5:33 am |
I liked Quilt Moments of FB – thanks again.
April 29, 2014 at 5:39 am |
I love your block and doing the kaleidoscope in the center really makes it special! There are so many lovely large prints available now that would be great with this technique.
April 29, 2014 at 5:58 am |
What a wonderful block. I especially like the butterfly pinwheels. Beautiful.
April 29, 2014 at 6:01 am |
Liked your Facebook page.
April 29, 2014 at 6:23 am |
Thank you for the opportunity and for sharing your genius with we challenged ones “) Must try your technique soon. Loved seeing all your quilts on FB too.
April 29, 2014 at 6:26 am |
Wow, love this idea for using large scale prints!
April 29, 2014 at 6:26 am |
Liked you on FB
April 29, 2014 at 6:33 am |
Very interesting method and so fun to see all the possibilities!! Thanks for the opportunity!
April 29, 2014 at 6:36 am |
I love the contrast of the red, black, and white in your block. Thanks for the giveaway!
April 29, 2014 at 6:36 am |
I liked your FB page!
April 29, 2014 at 6:41 am |
Interesting block-neat secondary effect with the settings shown!
April 29, 2014 at 6:47 am |
I love large floral prints too, but your block looks so elegant. It goes to show what creativity can do with something as simple as a pinwheel. Thanks for the chance to win.
Debi Horne
debihorne54@yahoo.com
April 29, 2014 at 6:53 am |
I love this block! And would love to win!
April 29, 2014 at 6:55 am |
Your block is beautiful. I haven’t yet gotten comfortable with using large prints, but I’m getting there.
April 29, 2014 at 6:55 am |
I “like” your Facebook page, too!
April 29, 2014 at 6:56 am |
What a beautiful block! I have been wanting to make some blocks using your technique but haven’t done so yet. Thanks for sharing and for the inspiration!
April 29, 2014 at 7:00 am |
Love the block. Great colors, black, white, and red very bold and vibrant! I hope one day to be able to think outside the box!
April 29, 2014 at 7:01 am |
Congratulations on being chosen to have your creation published in the new issue. I love the black, red and white colors, makes your block pop!
April 29, 2014 at 7:01 am |
Really great block & wonderful choice of fabric…really makes a bold statement!
April 29, 2014 at 7:02 am |
I’m a new “like” on FB, too!
April 29, 2014 at 7:05 am |
Thanks for the demo. It really provides some beautiful options within the block. Congratulations on being included in the 100 Blocks magazine.
April 29, 2014 at 7:05 am |
I liked you on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 7:06 am |
I like your block. I enjoy working with large scale prints and finding blocks that can feature them.
April 29, 2014 at 7:10 am |
Love the block interesting use of large prints.
April 29, 2014 at 7:10 am |
Working with large scale blocks can be either fun or frustrating but as you have shown they make up into really nice blocks.
I think B & W can be difficult to work with but after seeing your blocks I may have to try it again.
April 29, 2014 at 7:12 am |
I have mostly avoided large scale prints so far! I like the red, black and white combination.
April 29, 2014 at 7:13 am |
Twilight Kaleidoscope QM117 currently graces my bed. Made from the original Northcott fabrics. It is absolutely stunning! I could easily enjoy making another 4patch kaleidoscope or possibly teaching this method to my 275 member quilt guild at an RV park in Arizona next winter. They would love it. Now if I just had 3yards of large scale fabric!! hint, hint???
April 29, 2014 at 7:13 am |
You make it look so good using large prints I am going to have to try this. Thanks for a chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 7:14 am |
Love the block. Will have to try it.
April 29, 2014 at 7:15 am |
Liked you on fb
April 29, 2014 at 7:15 am |
I like Quilt Moments on FB.
April 29, 2014 at 7:15 am |
I love your use of this beautiful print – showcasing it perfectly.
April 29, 2014 at 7:24 am |
I love pinwheel quilts…I like the different look of your pinwheel. I LIKED you on FB
April 29, 2014 at 7:26 am |
Love your block and the fabrics you used on both quilts! Thanks for a chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 7:37 am |
This block is so great for novelty and fav. fabrics. It would make up so well for kiddies quilts. Thanks for the contest.
April 29, 2014 at 7:37 am |
And I like you on FB.
April 29, 2014 at 7:38 am |
Thank you for the chance to win Volume 9! Your block is totally awesome! How creative
April 29, 2014 at 7:40 am |
I love the different effects you achieved with the butterfly print. Black and white prints are starting to become my favorites!
April 29, 2014 at 7:43 am |
Liked your FB page. The quilts are gorgeous!
April 29, 2014 at 7:44 am |
Just breathtaking, my favorite colors together.
April 29, 2014 at 7:47 am |
Love pinwheel blocks and yours are great. Would be lovely to win your Giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 7:47 am |
oohhh… what a great block!!! So many possibilities.
April 29, 2014 at 8:02 am |
LOVE this block and will be giving it a try on some of the big print fabrics I’ve been hoarding, ummm, I mean “saving” for just such an opportunity 😉
April 29, 2014 at 8:04 am |
You have given me ideas on how to use large beautiful prints that I just wasn’t sure what to do with. Thanks for the ideas and great block. Cindy
April 29, 2014 at 8:12 am |
A beautiful use of large scale prints. I’m definitely going to make this.
April 29, 2014 at 8:13 am |
I have liked your page on FB. Thanks for the opportunity!
April 29, 2014 at 8:14 am |
Whee, Dynamite block with those prints. So many possibilities to explore with this technique.
April 29, 2014 at 8:16 am |
Oh, yes, I “liked” your Facebook page. And I liked it as well!
April 29, 2014 at 8:24 am |
Lets here it for matching 4 patches instead of the 8 in a stack and wack!
April 29, 2014 at 8:32 am |
Love this block. Thank you for giving the instructions because I was having a heck of a time figuring out how you did it.
April 29, 2014 at 8:33 am |
I follow you on FB.
April 29, 2014 at 8:35 am |
I really like your kaleidoscope method and love your block. I’m going over to FB to follow you right now. Thanks for sharing!
April 29, 2014 at 8:38 am |
Your block is just beautiful! You are very talented. Thanks!
April 29, 2014 at 8:39 am |
Your block is amazing!! Great use of the fabric. Thanks!
April 29, 2014 at 8:39 am |
Love how your block looks in an entire quilt!
April 29, 2014 at 8:40 am |
I “liked” your page on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 8:41 am |
What a fun block! Thanks for the chance. 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 8:41 am |
I’ve liked you on FaceBook
April 29, 2014 at 8:46 am |
Marilyn, I’m so happy to discover your blog through this hop. Love your Pinwheel Polka–pinwheels were fun when I was a kid and I still love them now.
April 29, 2014 at 8:49 am |
The use of the black and white fabric in these quilts makes them mesmerizing. It’s now on my list of too do’s.
April 29, 2014 at 8:58 am |
congrats, what a lovely block, your color choice is great
April 29, 2014 at 9:00 am |
congrats, I think I just liked you on FB
April 29, 2014 at 9:02 am |
In that first quilt, the pinwheels look ready to spin. Very fun ( :
April 29, 2014 at 9:05 am |
That is an interesting block. I wonder what it would look like in all solids? Thanks for the opportunity! notwendy gmail
April 29, 2014 at 9:06 am |
Love pinwheels, but never would have thought to use large-scale fabric. Love your block. Also liked your Facebook page.
April 29, 2014 at 9:08 am |
Wow! What a great idea. I love how you use those large print fabrics. I think I need your book and then a run to the fabric store!! 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing. Congrats on getting your block and quilt into the publication. Thank you for hosting the giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 9:12 am |
I love the butterfly quilt. How beautiful. Everyone seems to want a black and white quilt this year.
April 29, 2014 at 9:15 am |
Congrats on inclusion in the new book. Your block is lovely!
April 29, 2014 at 9:16 am |
You make those large prints tame. I enjoyed your explanation.
April 29, 2014 at 9:18 am |
I really like seeing a red,black,and white square. I am looking for one for a guy. Our school colors are black and red. My son wants one for his room. He is only 29. lol
April 29, 2014 at 9:19 am |
Love the block and the technique has always intrigued me. Maybe in my retirement this year I can do this. Thanks for the giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 9:26 am |
Very cool block. Congrats and thanks for the chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 9:28 am |
Great block. Have never done a kaleidoscope quilt before, but it is on my bucket list.
April 29, 2014 at 9:30 am |
I liked your fb page.
April 29, 2014 at 9:31 am |
I too have looked longingly at the beautiful large scale fabric at my local quilt shop wondering how to incorporate it into my quilting without loosing the fabric pattern. This is a great technique to try! Thanks.
April 29, 2014 at 9:34 am |
I love your use of large scale fabric. Thanks for sharing it.
April 29, 2014 at 9:34 am |
i liked your Facebook
April 29, 2014 at 9:40 am |
I love how the print looks in your block and the quilt, really helps to see how larger prints can be used to make a beautiful quilt.
Debbie
April 29, 2014 at 9:46 am |
I liked you on facebook! Thanks again. notwendy gmail
April 29, 2014 at 9:51 am |
That black, white and red fabric is just PERFECT for Tilt a Whirl! I LOVE that pattern and quilt!!
April 29, 2014 at 9:51 am |
I just liked you on Facebook!!
April 29, 2014 at 9:53 am |
Awesome quilt block and quilt plus liked you on facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 10:00 am |
Like the movement of the pinwheel.
April 29, 2014 at 10:00 am |
Really nice block!
April 29, 2014 at 10:00 am |
I like the kaleidoscope effect in your quilt.
April 29, 2014 at 10:02 am |
I have a large scale print in my stash and have been looking for a pattern to use. I’ll have to find the coordinating fabric and try this.
April 29, 2014 at 10:04 am |
I will definitely be making this block and a quilt. Great block.
April 29, 2014 at 10:07 am |
wow! that fabric cut up that way makes some gorgeous blocks. thanks for the giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 10:10 am |
Very very cool ! You have amazing patterns. My favorites are Entwined and Ribbon Rings. Pinwheels are really versatile! Congrats!
reillyr2(at)hotmail(dot)com
April 29, 2014 at 10:11 am |
I also was very excited to go like your Facebook page! Yippee!
reillyr2(at)hotmail(dot)com
April 29, 2014 at 10:11 am |
I love bright, bold fabrics and this one definitely makes your block pop! Beautiful and interesting at the same time.
April 29, 2014 at 10:19 am |
I love the 4-patch squares and with the stripes it’s extra special. Thank you! I also love the 100 Blocks Quiltmaker volumes so great prize. marsha(dot)hodgkins(at)yahoo(dot)com
April 29, 2014 at 10:27 am |
First, thank you for the giveaway offer. What a cool block & layout. The fabric is luscious too! I love big prints.
April 29, 2014 at 10:27 am |
wooziers, what a beautiful block. Those large prints can be hard to cut into. Great way to use them!
April 29, 2014 at 10:28 am |
Great block for those large prints! Love it!
April 29, 2014 at 10:30 am |
So glad to have found you on the blog tour – I love your kaleidoscope block – what beautiful possibilities. Congratulations on being selected for the tour and thanks for the opportunity to win.
April 29, 2014 at 10:30 am |
I find this technique fascinating. I will have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing how you did it.
April 29, 2014 at 10:31 am |
I like your block. Very interesting.
April 29, 2014 at 10:33 am |
love love LOVE your block!! thnx for the giveaway
April 29, 2014 at 10:38 am |
What an interesting quilt! I love the butterfly fabric. Thanks for the great giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 10:41 am |
Great block you created!
April 29, 2014 at 10:42 am |
I love the red combination!
April 29, 2014 at 10:52 am |
My favorite color combination. Great block and instructions. Thanks!
April 29, 2014 at 10:59 am |
Beautiful block – I love it! Congrats on being published. Wish I could join the cruise – maybe one of these days! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 11:00 am |
Liking you on facebook! 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 11:00 am |
Great use of the large bold prints!
Have a wonderful cruise!
April 29, 2014 at 11:02 am |
I like seeing ideas for large scale prints. This is a good one!
April 29, 2014 at 11:10 am |
Great block – I love using large scale prints!
April 29, 2014 at 11:11 am |
I liked you on facebook
April 29, 2014 at 11:14 am |
I love making kaleidoscope blocks. I think I like trialing the blocks more than putting it all together. It’s fun to see all the possible designs.
April 29, 2014 at 11:18 am |
This box says “leave a reply” – couldn’t find “leave a comment”. But I love your QM 100 block and the fabric
April 29, 2014 at 11:24 am |
Love the new block in this issue. I’m currently working on quilting Midnight Blues from Fall 2013 Quilts from Quiltmakers 100 Blocks. I love how easy it went together.
April 29, 2014 at 11:28 am |
Like large scale prints but then never use them, maybe your block will be the incentive I need
April 29, 2014 at 11:29 am |
OK, another technique to add to my bucket list! It’s fascinating how each block ends up being different! but of course, you knew that already… I’ll go to Facebook and “like” your page once I get home. I can’t use FB from my work computer, even at lunchtime.
April 29, 2014 at 11:32 am |
Good to see your blog. This is a new one for me I will subscribe and follow. Thanks for the opportunity to win 100 blocks.
April 29, 2014 at 11:36 am |
Love this block and the technique – can’t wait to get started!
April 29, 2014 at 11:45 am |
I can’t wait to try your new block! Thanks for the chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 11:45 am |
Wow, what a beautiful block with some vibrant fabrics and something new to learn. I can’t wait to try what you have shown me. Thank you so much for sharing.
April 29, 2014 at 11:51 am |
HI!!! Very beautiful block!!!
April 29, 2014 at 11:57 am |
i love your block you designed! it looks difficult. now that is a tough choice if i won the fabric, i would need the pattern in the blook. and if i won the book i would need the fabric to make a quilt!! thank you so much for sharing. babscorbitt@gmail.com
April 29, 2014 at 12:10 pm |
Beautiful block and a wonderful way to use those large prints. Thanks.
April 29, 2014 at 12:12 pm |
It’s a neat block and I love it in the red, black and white color group. It’s very dramatic and beaufitul.
April 29, 2014 at 12:12 pm |
Love how you use the large prints in your kaleidoscope blocks!
April 29, 2014 at 12:12 pm |
I liked Quilt Moments on facebook. Looks interesting.
April 29, 2014 at 12:24 pm |
Fantabulous! I have a stack and whack, and one block wonder book and they just frighten me, but you made it sew simple. Great block and love the fabrics you used.
April 29, 2014 at 12:27 pm |
Wonderful block, Thanks for sharing how to do this, as there is fabric in my stash to make a kaleidoscope, but to scared to start. Now I am inspired to get that fabric out and try. Thanks so much.
April 29, 2014 at 12:29 pm |
I have liked Quilt Moments on Facebook, now I won’t lose you.
April 29, 2014 at 12:37 pm |
Like you on FB
April 29, 2014 at 12:37 pm |
Love your block!
April 29, 2014 at 12:39 pm |
I like your block – I think I will give it a try…thanks
April 29, 2014 at 12:44 pm |
What a great block for using an interesting print. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
April 29, 2014 at 12:44 pm |
I am planning to try my hand with black and white and a bit of red!
April 29, 2014 at 12:45 pm |
Thanks for sharing your block with us. I am keeping in mind for my next project.
April 29, 2014 at 12:46 pm |
I liked you on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 12:48 pm |
Congratulations! I love your 4-patch kaleidoscope block….the large scale print is gorgeous.
April 29, 2014 at 12:54 pm |
I really loved your combo of black white and red, very striking
April 29, 2014 at 12:55 pm |
I really like your block! I have always wanted to make a kaleidoscope quilt and I think this block would be perfect 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 12:56 pm |
Love your block and also the prints you used gorgeous
April 29, 2014 at 12:58 pm |
Love large scale prints and your patterns
April 29, 2014 at 1:01 pm |
Would love to win this magazine!
April 29, 2014 at 1:03 pm |
I have been afraid to try your technique. I will have to use your block design and give it a try.
April 29, 2014 at 1:04 pm |
I’ve never tried your technique, but I really love the way it looks. Your focus fabric is awesome! I love large prints but never know quite how to use them. Thanks for the ideas and the chance to win such beautiful fabric.
April 29, 2014 at 1:12 pm |
Beautiful block and fabric choice!
April 29, 2014 at 1:12 pm |
I love your quilt block. The technique is intriguing. I am going to have to try it. Love your choice of fabrics too
April 29, 2014 at 1:12 pm |
This would be a need block to play with to make a swirly look.
April 29, 2014 at 1:16 pm |
Liked your page on Facebook..
April 29, 2014 at 1:17 pm |
I love your patterns! I’m happy to find and like your FB page, too.
April 29, 2014 at 1:22 pm |
I love the pinwheel with the large print. Very interesting technique.
April 29, 2014 at 1:23 pm |
I love what you did with the large scale printed fabric. This should be fun to try.
April 29, 2014 at 1:23 pm |
very cool block!!
April 29, 2014 at 1:25 pm |
“liked’ Quilt Moments on FB
April 29, 2014 at 1:26 pm |
The 4-patch kaleidoscope sounds like lots of fun, and love how it looks in your block! I love the Nouveau Rouge collection!
April 29, 2014 at 1:33 pm |
This is a fun blog tour, thanks for putting my name in the drawing. Beautiful block and fun blog. Black/white/red is a fun color combo.
April 29, 2014 at 1:34 pm |
I “LIKED” Quilt Moments on facebook
April 29, 2014 at 1:35 pm |
Amazing design. thank you
April 29, 2014 at 1:42 pm |
Just liked your facebook page 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 1:44 pm |
Such a great block, great job
April 29, 2014 at 1:44 pm |
I haven’t done a kaleidoscope in a while-maybe this block will be the one to try next!
April 29, 2014 at 1:48 pm |
What a neat idea and what beautiful quilts you have made using it. I love how the triangle makes it moves, using the same four prints.
April 29, 2014 at 1:57 pm |
This magazine looks so neat. I would like to make every block.
April 29, 2014 at 2:14 pm |
Love your block. Thanks for the chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 2:15 pm |
I am with you – I love red and black (can you say “Go Dogs!”?)! I already “liked” you on Facebook as well! Great job!!
April 29, 2014 at 2:19 pm |
Great block and wonderful fabric to work with. I love how dramatic looking it is!
April 29, 2014 at 2:20 pm |
I liked on Facebook as well. 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 2:32 pm |
Love the red & black as well as the kaleidoscope idea. A friend suggested the same idea for a memory quilt for my mother-in-law. Beautiful work!
April 29, 2014 at 2:32 pm |
I like the kaleidoscope effect! Congratulations on having your block in the book.
April 29, 2014 at 2:36 pm |
Love and own several large print fabrics but never thought of using the kaleidoscope method. DUH! Congrats on being published (again) in Vol. 9 and thanks for the opportunity to win. I’ve “liked” you on FB too. Woo Hoo!
April 29, 2014 at 2:41 pm |
Love this block and the way it looks in quilt.
April 29, 2014 at 2:48 pm |
Your block on point is so neat; love the secondary pattern.
April 29, 2014 at 2:49 pm |
I love how the fabrics you used create movement in your pinwheel blocks, I can see them turning in the wind when I look at the quilt.
April 29, 2014 at 2:54 pm |
Nice blog and FB page. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
April 29, 2014 at 2:58 pm |
I “liked” your FB page.
April 29, 2014 at 2:59 pm |
What a nice block! I’ve never done a Kaleidoscope quilt. Your block would be a great way to try out the technique.
April 29, 2014 at 3:05 pm |
I love the kaleidoscope blocks and, in your second version, how a secondary pinwheel block appears (the white fabric). Thanks for the
giveaway. I would love to win either the magazine or the fabric.
k(dot)castanette(at)hotmail(dot)com
April 29, 2014 at 3:07 pm |
I “liked” Quilt Moments on FB.
k(dot)castanette(at)hotmail(dot)com
April 29, 2014 at 3:15 pm |
I’m always intimidated by large scale prints, your block makes it look easy.
April 29, 2014 at 3:18 pm |
I love your pattern for using large scale prints. Very nice! Thanks for the giveaway.
April 29, 2014 at 3:20 pm |
I love to quilt and will like Quilt Moments on FB.
April 29, 2014 at 3:21 pm |
I love your block! That is such a cool trick with the kaleidoscope pinwheel.
April 29, 2014 at 3:26 pm |
I’m a new FB fan!
April 29, 2014 at 3:26 pm |
I’ve been dying to try a kaleidoscope….This looks very non-intimidating. I think I will have to try it!
April 29, 2014 at 3:30 pm |
I love large prints too. Black, read and & white quilts will also be classic. I love your block and congrats to you for having your block published.
April 29, 2014 at 3:34 pm |
Your block is a real surprise, with the larger sized print. It looks fabulous!
April 29, 2014 at 3:34 pm |
Congratulations on having your block in the latest issue! I love your idea of cutting up a large print to use in the block.
April 29, 2014 at 3:35 pm |
I liked your new Facebook page!
April 29, 2014 at 3:36 pm |
I liked Quilt Moments on Facebook
April 29, 2014 at 3:40 pm |
I LOVE the black and white butterfly material!
April 29, 2014 at 3:40 pm |
I liked your new page on Facebook!
April 29, 2014 at 3:52 pm |
Beautiful block.
April 29, 2014 at 3:55 pm |
I love using pinwheel blocks and this one is great… the fabric choice couldn’t be better
April 29, 2014 at 4:06 pm |
Pretty block, love the black and red.
April 29, 2014 at 4:15 pm |
Love your block! The black/white/red is so striking in your quilts!
April 29, 2014 at 4:15 pm |
I also liked you on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 4:16 pm |
Pinwheels are a favorite of mine, but I really like the kaleidoscope images! Thanks!
April 29, 2014 at 4:17 pm |
This is the perfect block for large scale prints. Love it!
April 29, 2014 at 4:19 pm |
I do love kaleidoscope quilts. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
April 29, 2014 at 4:20 pm |
Love the pattern. Pinwheels are so much fun.
April 29, 2014 at 4:24 pm |
Love your block! Thanks for the chance!
April 29, 2014 at 4:24 pm |
Follow you on FB
April 29, 2014 at 4:33 pm |
Love your block and color choices. Thanks for the chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 4:44 pm |
Your block gives me a few inspiring ideas!
April 29, 2014 at 4:48 pm |
Oh, I love your block!!! And the fabric you used…YUM!!! I can totally see why it was included in this year’s magazine!!!
April 29, 2014 at 4:49 pm |
Farm Quilting likes you on facebook 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 5:33 pm |
great block and the fabric too..thank you……..marta
April 29, 2014 at 5:46 pm |
Like your block and the fabric that you have shared today.
April 29, 2014 at 5:47 pm |
surprising block design ! I want to try !!!!!
April 29, 2014 at 5:56 pm |
I like your Facebook page.
April 29, 2014 at 5:58 pm |
It’s nice when you find a block that can be so fun to play with. Thanks for the giveaway!
April 29, 2014 at 5:58 pm |
Large prints have always scared me but your block looks fun to make! Gonna have to try this. Thanks so much for the giveaway!
April 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm |
Love the red, black and white together. Makes me happy . And the cruise sounds wonderful.
April 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm |
What a great block. Thanks for the opportunity to win the magazine or fabric.
April 29, 2014 at 6:05 pm |
I love the fabric you used in the block. The block is also very cool. Would love to win some yardage.
April 29, 2014 at 6:20 pm |
Wow, do I ever have some large scale prints that would be so interesting in this block design…thanks for that! LOVE the 100 Blocks issue!
April 29, 2014 at 6:23 pm |
I love the stack and wack quilts. I just need to remember to save some of the fabric for the borders.
April 29, 2014 at 6:23 pm |
I can’t wait to try this! Love the black and white style and I usually pass up large scale prints so this will give me a chance to try some!
April 29, 2014 at 6:34 pm |
I love your use of large scale patterns. They have always scared me because I don’t know what to do with them.
April 29, 2014 at 6:40 pm |
I like this block…very modern and I love that it makes different designs depending on how you set it!
April 29, 2014 at 6:40 pm |
I have never done a large block. I am fairly new to quilting. Yours turned out beautiful
April 29, 2014 at 6:41 pm |
I liked you on FB. It’s cold in S.Dakota also.
April 29, 2014 at 6:43 pm |
Love you designs. I like you on facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 6:45 pm |
Congrats on another publish. Thanks for the chance to win.
April 29, 2014 at 6:47 pm |
Love the butterfly fabric!Very elegant looking design.
April 29, 2014 at 7:04 pm |
I love your blocks! The fabric is awesome too!
April 29, 2014 at 7:06 pm |
I liked you facebook page too and am going right back to browse some more!
April 29, 2014 at 7:10 pm |
Great block! I’ve always been afraid to use large scale prints, but seeing your block has changed my mind. Thanks for sharing and for the giveaway. Congratulations on being included in the magazine again.
April 29, 2014 at 7:11 pm |
I like Quilt Moments on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 7:20 pm |
Congrats to you! I love the pinwheel butterflies!
April 29, 2014 at 7:21 pm |
I love these magazines! They are so inspirational and FUN to look through. Congratulations on having a block in this one.
April 29, 2014 at 7:21 pm |
Oh, and I like you on Facebook now!
April 29, 2014 at 7:24 pm |
That is a pretty fabric and I would love to own a piece. Off to like you on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 7:25 pm |
Love your block and the fabric you used. I love large print fabric and this opens up a whole new world of possibilities.
April 29, 2014 at 7:32 pm |
Thanks for the tutorial on your lovely block–I do like black, white and red! Lookiing forward to trying this block out.
April 29, 2014 at 7:37 pm |
Beautiful block – thanks for the preview tutorial. Looking forward to getting the issue and trying them all out!
April 29, 2014 at 8:02 pm |
This is a very striking block.
April 29, 2014 at 8:02 pm |
I like your facebook page. 🙂
April 29, 2014 at 8:05 pm |
Love your block and turorial! Congrats on having your block placed in the book! Thank you so much for the chance to win!
April 29, 2014 at 8:08 pm |
I “missed” the Kaleidescope craze, and am hoping it comes back as I love the quilts you made with the one block design.
April 29, 2014 at 8:09 pm |
I liked you on FB page Quilt moments! Oops typed wrong last name in previous post
April 29, 2014 at 8:09 pm |
I liked your facebook page.
April 29, 2014 at 8:09 pm |
What a great block! The possibilities are endless with this one. Thanks for a chance at the give-away.
April 29, 2014 at 8:12 pm |
I like your choice in fabrics. Makes the block shine
April 29, 2014 at 8:15 pm |
How fabulous would it be to win the floral fabric??? Or issue #9???
Absolutely fabulous!!!!!
April 29, 2014 at 8:20 pm |
Love the great fabrics!
Sorry, I’m probably the only person on the planet that doesn’t do facebook!
April 29, 2014 at 8:26 pm |
Love the big prints and what they can do for a quilt.
April 29, 2014 at 8:31 pm |
Would love to win that beautiful fabric! Congrats on being in the new block book!
April 29, 2014 at 8:36 pm |
Very unique block and it is beautiful done up with the black white and red floral.
April 29, 2014 at 8:49 pm |
This technique has intrigued me for quite a while….this may be the time to try it!
April 29, 2014 at 8:52 pm |
What a neat way to use large scale prints!
April 29, 2014 at 9:02 pm |
Wonderful technique… it would definitely help me get over my fear of using large prints.
April 29, 2014 at 9:05 pm |
Beautiful quilt, and nice story. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
April 29, 2014 at 9:07 pm |
I love how you make a complicated- looking block, easy to put together. You’re so sneaky!!! Love it!
April 29, 2014 at 9:08 pm |
I liked you over on Facebook as Nancy Sue Bevis Phillips. Kudos again on your block!
April 29, 2014 at 9:12 pm |
Nice block, and nice explanation of the technique. Might have to give this one a try.
April 29, 2014 at 9:13 pm |
I love kaleidoscope blocks… can’t wait to try it with rectangles. Fantastic block.
April 29, 2014 at 9:14 pm |
What an amazingly versatile block!
April 29, 2014 at 9:16 pm |
Your design is really inspirational. And that fabric print is perfect for it too.
SewCalGal
http://www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com
April 29, 2014 at 9:16 pm |
Thanks for the fabric offer. The block looks interesting
April 29, 2014 at 9:17 pm |
i am a huge fan of kaleidoscope blocks and your is beautiful!
April 29, 2014 at 9:17 pm |
I have also liked you on Facebook.
April 29, 2014 at 9:17 pm |
I liked your new Facebook page. The quilts in your profile picture are gorgeous.
SewCalGal
http://www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com
April 29, 2014 at 9:37 pm |
Like your use of stacked fabric
April 29, 2014 at 9:37 pm |
Great block. I always like a block that can make so many different quilts. The fabric you used is beautiful too.
April 29, 2014 at 9:39 pm |
A great block to use large prints. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of vol.9.
April 29, 2014 at 9:46 pm |
I loved your block and the luscious fabric you used.
April 29, 2014 at 9:55 pm |
Your block pattern is great. I love the large scale print you used. Thanks for the giveaway
April 29, 2014 at 10:02 pm |
I have always been intimidated by large prints but you have made it look so easy to manage. I can’t wait to try it!
April 29, 2014 at 10:08 pm |
Your block is beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing it! I love the print.
April 29, 2014 at 10:09 pm |
I liked your facebook page. Thanks again!
April 29, 2014 at 10:09 pm |
I really love the fabric you chose for this block; nice and bold> Thats my motto also!
April 29, 2014 at 10:29 pm |
I can see that is going to be a very useful block. Clever!
April 29, 2014 at 10:34 pm |
Wow… You are so talented… I am loving all these blocks… I can see this book is going to keep me very busy for a long time to come!! Thanks so much.. I’ll be following.
April 29, 2014 at 10:37 pm |
Your kaleidoscope quilt block is the type of quilting I like the best. Can’t wait to try using rectangles instead of squares and triangles.
April 29, 2014 at 10:46 pm |
Fun block–I’ve never tried this technique, but it looks like something I will have to try!
April 29, 2014 at 10:47 pm |
I’ve liked you on FB!
April 29, 2014 at 11:08 pm |
The black white and red combination is really striking!
April 29, 2014 at 11:12 pm |
What a wonderful way to use the big prints! Love the color scheme also. 🙂
craftyccain@gmail.com
April 29, 2014 at 11:13 pm |
I also like your FB page. 🙂
craftyccain@gmail.com
April 29, 2014 at 11:14 pm |
I have used a large scale print only one other time in a Stack and Whack quilt. I loved that pattern. I would love to win your large scale print fabric or the book.
April 29, 2014 at 11:17 pm |
Congrats on your block!
April 29, 2014 at 11:17 pm |
i liked your fb page-karrie smith
April 29, 2014 at 11:27 pm |
I absolutely love your quijlt patterns!
April 29, 2014 at 11:41 pm |
What a beautiful block and such a great bold fabric to use for it. I’m new to quilting and hadn’t heard of or seem a kaleidoscope block until yesterday. Great effect and can’t wait to try it!
April 29, 2014 at 11:53 pm |
great way to use some of those “cute but why did I buy it” fabric
April 29, 2014 at 11:59 pm |
I love the use of the large prints. Thanks for the instructions on how to make this work. Someday I’ll be brave enough to try a kaleidoscope quilt. I’m adding this post to my Pinterest board to remember it for later.
April 30, 2014 at 12:49 am |
Your technique sounds great and looking forward to trying it as I love your block.
April 30, 2014 at 12:50 am |
Also liked on Facebook.
April 30, 2014 at 1:07 am |
Love your fabrics.
April 30, 2014 at 1:14 am |
I love pinwheels. Your block is great and the fabric is beautiful. I love the colors.
April 30, 2014 at 2:03 am |
I love the Pinwheel Polka block – red, black and white are some of my favorite colors to work with.
April 30, 2014 at 2:33 am |
What a great block – put this one on my need to make list. The fabric is great too. Thanks for the opportunity to win.
April 30, 2014 at 2:33 am |
Also liked you on Facebook. Love finding new places for ideas.
April 30, 2014 at 5:44 am |
What a beautiful block and the fabric is such great color.
April 30, 2014 at 5:55 am |
Love the way you use large scale prints in your design!
April 30, 2014 at 7:43 am |
Always wondered how to use these large scale prints in the quilt and not just the border. Inspired!!!!
April 30, 2014 at 8:09 am |
Fabulous block and the fabric works so well for it! Thank you for sharing the talent.
April 30, 2014 at 8:09 am |
Following on facebook now.
April 30, 2014 at 8:11 am |
Signed up for e-mail follow too! Thanks!
April 30, 2014 at 8:51 am |
That is really pretty in the large print fabric.
April 30, 2014 at 9:52 am |
Love the Kaleidoscope quilts!
April 30, 2014 at 10:25 am |
Fantastic block and love the fabric.
April 30, 2014 at 10:26 am |
I “like” Quilt Moments on FB.
April 30, 2014 at 10:39 am |
Nice block! Thanks for the opportunity to win the giveaway.
April 30, 2014 at 10:40 am |
Love your block. I just learned the Kaleidoscope 4 patch at guild. Look forward to making a quilt using it.
April 30, 2014 at 10:42 am |
I have “Liked” Quilt Moments on Facebook
April 30, 2014 at 10:53 am |
I love making 4-patch kaleidoscope blocks because they are so versatile. Love the fabric, your block and quilt are fantastic!
April 30, 2014 at 11:18 am |
Beautiful Quilt block! Thanks for the chance to win!
April 30, 2014 at 12:00 pm |
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April 30, 2014 at 12:05 pm |
Love the way you have made that.
April 30, 2014 at 12:07 pm |
I love this block! I was one of the ‘testers’ for Vol 9 and this one was my favorite. I am doing it in different fabrics and making a quilt with this block.
April 30, 2014 at 12:23 pm |
This is stunning. Thanks for sharing it!
April 30, 2014 at 12:24 pm |
I love your patterns, and now I like you on FB, too!
April 30, 2014 at 1:22 pm |
Love your block patterns, and choice of fabrics. Thanks for sharing!
April 30, 2014 at 1:22 pm |
Wow! thanks for the tutorial. I will follow you !!
April 30, 2014 at 1:38 pm |
Wow what a different way of doing things! I may have to try it now. Thanks and Congratulations.
April 30, 2014 at 2:31 pm |
I used a large print for the 1st time when I the one block wonder blocks. It was a lot of fun. Congratulations on getting a block in this edition.
April 30, 2014 at 2:31 pm |
I liked you on FB.
April 30, 2014 at 2:34 pm |
Just bought Quiltmania, love your block, Ribbon Rings.
April 30, 2014 at 3:07 pm |
I like.. so simple and easy to piece.. my kind of block
April 30, 2014 at 3:17 pm |
Great fabric choices in your block. My birthday is this week, so crossing my fingers.
April 30, 2014 at 3:18 pm |
I like Quilt Moments on FB!
April 30, 2014 at 3:19 pm |
Great tutorial, I look forward to trying it out, thanks!
April 30, 2014 at 3:20 pm |
Beautiful block! I liked you on Facebook. Thanks
April 30, 2014 at 4:21 pm |
I love your pinwheel! Great possibilities using different types of fabrics.
April 30, 2014 at 5:10 pm |
I really love your pinwheel block. I haven’t used a lot of large scaled fabrics before, but now I can see so many possibilities. Thank you for the giveaway and congratulations .
April 30, 2014 at 6:50 pm |
I love your patterns! Always looking for new ones.
April 30, 2014 at 7:19 pm |
Simply beautiful. I love how the pattern can be combined into a kaleidoscope in so many ways
April 30, 2014 at 7:21 pm |
Love the block! Wonder what it would look like scrappy? Liked you on Facebook
April 30, 2014 at 7:47 pm |
Very cool block.
April 30, 2014 at 7:49 pm |
Love your block. I am making my Second black, white and red wedding quilt now. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com
April 30, 2014 at 7:49 pm |
New follower on your facebook page. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com
April 30, 2014 at 7:55 pm |
Your block’s super cute!!!
April 30, 2014 at 8:10 pm |
Love your block and your fabric choice is awesome!!
April 30, 2014 at 8:10 pm |
Follow on facebook.
April 30, 2014 at 8:44 pm |
Of all the pinwheel blocks I’ve seen, this one is most unique. I love it!
April 30, 2014 at 9:52 pm |
Your designs are fun and fresh! I will definitely be trying one 🙂 Thanks for offering the give away 🙂
May 1, 2014 at 7:49 am |
Love your block & that you go for it with the large prints. Thanks for the chance to win .
May 1, 2014 at 10:53 am |
Thanks for the giveaway. Yes, you can create some interesting affects with these blocks.
May 1, 2014 at 12:53 pm |
That is just a gorgeous black, white, and red print!
May 1, 2014 at 3:51 pm |
I love your pinwheel polka, it’s so dynamic.
May 1, 2014 at 3:52 pm |
I just “liked” you on facebook.
May 1, 2014 at 5:31 pm |
Very inventive block! Thanks for the giveaway.
May 1, 2014 at 6:07 pm |
Gorgeous block. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
May 1, 2014 at 9:07 pm |
Love your kaleidoscope blocks! Some late nights have happened because I want to make “just one more” to see how it comes out! Thanks for some fun quilting times!
May 1, 2014 at 9:20 pm |
I liked your FB page.
May 1, 2014 at 9:49 pm |
I was drawn to your block as soon as I saw it, very beautiful! The black and red really make it stand out! Thanks for the giveaway!
tdkcarpenoctem@hotmail.com
May 1, 2014 at 9:50 pm |
I liked your Facebook page! Thanks
tdkcarpenoctem@hotmail.com
May 1, 2014 at 10:27 pm |
Great blocks. I especially like the way you used the butterfly fabric!
May 1, 2014 at 10:28 pm |
Liked you facebook page: Nicole Sender!
May 2, 2014 at 10:44 am |
I loveeeee these blocks!
May 2, 2014 at 1:09 pm |
I liked you on Facebook.
May 2, 2014 at 1:13 pm |
Your block is beautiful. Thanks for the tutorial.
May 2, 2014 at 1:48 pm |
Thanks for the chance to win!
May 2, 2014 at 2:03 pm |
Love the kaleidoscope blocks!
May 2, 2014 at 2:07 pm |
Liked your Facebook page!
May 2, 2014 at 6:06 pm |
I love red, white & black together.
Would love to win. Thanks.
May 2, 2014 at 6:22 pm |
I love your patterns and was lucky enough to catch you the first time you were in Willmar (I bought a lot of your patterns and one kit) but was in AZ this last time in February. Was so disappointed not to be able to be there. I’m addicted to your 4-patch kaleidoscope blocks and have fabric to use, but no black and white, which is so fascinating. I have done a couple of quilts and plan on doing more. Thanks for keeping me motivated and yearning for more! Thanks
May 2, 2014 at 6:45 pm |
I love the Pinwheel Polka Quilt with the beautiful bold colors. I’ve seen a lot of large print fabrics but always wondered how to utilize them in a quilt. After seeing your quilt I’m ready to take on a new challenge.
May 2, 2014 at 7:46 pm |
I’m supposed to make a black and white quilt for a nephew, so your fabric would be a good place to start! That 4patch block variation sounds verrrry intriguing.
May 2, 2014 at 11:23 pm |
I love the kaleidoscope patterns and how they make an interesting quilt. Your block is great and I would never have thought to use black as a primary choose in the pattern. Thank you for a chance to win.
May 2, 2014 at 11:25 pm |
I have liked your Facebook page.
May 3, 2014 at 2:26 pm |
The floral print is awesome! And congrats on your block!
Smitty Luschen
May 3, 2014 at 3:39 pm |
Love the kaleidoscope blocks. Your patterns are easy to use. Keepit up.i
May 11, 2014 at 7:29 pm |
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December 11, 2014 at 1:41 pm |
Love the twister shimmer quilt