I probably have no business starting up another Moda Blockheads project, since I never finished putting my blocks together for the first Moda Blockheads sew along in 2017/18. I do have all my lovely blocks from that one, and need to figure out a setting for them. I used Kansas Troubles fabric for that sew along and can easily pick up more fabric that will coordinate for a setting. Must do that. I skipped last year's Blockheads 2 since I felt guilty starting another sew along when I hadn't even done anything with the blocks from 2018. By the way, there is a pattern book for that first Blockheads Sew Along, full of instructions for each block and suggestions for layouts.
Oh well, a new year, a new project, right? I have some gorgeous bundles of two 3 Sisters collections that I have been hoarding for just the right project, and I think this may be it. The fabric collections are Holly Woods (I have a fat eighth bundle) and Snowberry (I have a fat quarter bundle). The colors are that perfect red, cream and a light/medium blue and a navy. The two bundles are so similar in their color ways that they could have been one bundle, honestly.
That first block shown at the top of this post was not for sissies, I tell you. Luckily a couple of participants shared some hints for making the construction of the block a bit easier, which I took advantage of. I will say, the blocks for the Moda sew alongs that I have participated in have really helped me step up my piecing game, so that is worthwhile on its own. There are 14 different designers participating in the block designs, as well as Instagram and Facebook links to see all the blocks that folks are making. It is really fun to see the different colors and fabrics people are using.
Corey Yoder from Coriander quilts designed the first week's block, and if you go to her website you can download the pattern and tips for alternate construction of the block that is easier. Instructions for making the blocks in several sizes are given. I am making 8 inch blocks.
How about you? Are you tempted to sew along?
24 responses to “Moda Blockheads 3”
I wanted to do this but maybe another time, going through chemo and just too tired right now. Your colors are beautiful! Will be fun to watch your progress.
I wanted to do this but maybe another time, going through chemo and just too tired right now. Your colors are beautiful! Will be fun to watch your progress.
I wanted to do this but maybe another time, going through chemo and just too tired right now. Your colors are beautiful! Will be fun to watch your progress.
I passed on this year Moda BlockHeads. I participated in BH 2 and kept up with it all year long but it felt like a chore after awhile and I was anxious to be finished with it. I had seen someone else’s setting around week 48 and I finished mine up at that point in time. I know yours will be beautiful… why does it seem that all the Block Alongs come out at once??
I passed on this year Moda BlockHeads. I participated in BH 2 and kept up with it all year long but it felt like a chore after awhile and I was anxious to be finished with it. I had seen someone else’s setting around week 48 and I finished mine up at that point in time. I know yours will be beautiful… why does it seem that all the Block Alongs come out at once??
I passed on this year Moda BlockHeads. I participated in BH 2 and kept up with it all year long but it felt like a chore after awhile and I was anxious to be finished with it. I had seen someone else’s setting around week 48 and I finished mine up at that point in time. I know yours will be beautiful… why does it seem that all the Block Alongs come out at once??
I had to quit looking at 3 Sisters collections. Having bought several and making lovely quilts with them, the new lines tempted me way over my limits. What I bought I used and I love. If I bought more, I might be still petting bundles. Like Blockheads as well. There are so many other quilts I want to create but I’m approaching #200 and I really have to slow down on the output. Since I quilt by check, I don’t donate quilts when I moved to the city. My kiddos may be doing so when I’m gone. Can’t wait to see what you do with all that beauty.
I had to quit looking at 3 Sisters collections. Having bought several and making lovely quilts with them, the new lines tempted me way over my limits. What I bought I used and I love. If I bought more, I might be still petting bundles. Like Blockheads as well. There are so many other quilts I want to create but I’m approaching #200 and I really have to slow down on the output. Since I quilt by check, I don’t donate quilts when I moved to the city. My kiddos may be doing so when I’m gone. Can’t wait to see what you do with all that beauty.
I had to quit looking at 3 Sisters collections. Having bought several and making lovely quilts with them, the new lines tempted me way over my limits. What I bought I used and I love. If I bought more, I might be still petting bundles. Like Blockheads as well. There are so many other quilts I want to create but I’m approaching #200 and I really have to slow down on the output. Since I quilt by check, I don’t donate quilts when I moved to the city. My kiddos may be doing so when I’m gone. Can’t wait to see what you do with all that beauty.
First, I’m sending good thoughts to Nancy who commented above that she’s currently going through chemo. I’ll keep you in my heart at this tough time.
Nicole, I’m loving your fabric choices! I tried a couple of sew alongs, but for some reason it’s not a fun thing for me. I suppose I should give it another try…
First, I’m sending good thoughts to Nancy who commented above that she’s currently going through chemo. I’ll keep you in my heart at this tough time.
Nicole, I’m loving your fabric choices! I tried a couple of sew alongs, but for some reason it’s not a fun thing for me. I suppose I should give it another try…
First, I’m sending good thoughts to Nancy who commented above that she’s currently going through chemo. I’ll keep you in my heart at this tough time.
Nicole, I’m loving your fabric choices! I tried a couple of sew alongs, but for some reason it’s not a fun thing for me. I suppose I should give it another try…
Love the colors you chose for the Blockheads 3 1st block. I’ve saved the block patterns for BH 1 and BH 2. I’ll do the same for BH 3. As the blocks are released, the design may inspire me. Currently, I’m finishing another SAL a month after the finish. It is difficult to keep up even with one block a week.
Love the colors you chose for the Blockheads 3 1st block. I’ve saved the block patterns for BH 1 and BH 2. I’ll do the same for BH 3. As the blocks are released, the design may inspire me. Currently, I’m finishing another SAL a month after the finish. It is difficult to keep up even with one block a week.
Love the colors you chose for the Blockheads 3 1st block. I’ve saved the block patterns for BH 1 and BH 2. I’ll do the same for BH 3. As the blocks are released, the design may inspire me. Currently, I’m finishing another SAL a month after the finish. It is difficult to keep up even with one block a week.
that is really lovely. I love 3 sisters’ fabric lines. I’m hoarding some too.
I have done the same thing as you where I’ve made all the blocks for a quilt but haven’t yet sewn them together.
last year I started pulling them out and sewing them together. I am going to continue to do that this year while working on new projects.
I finally figured out that I enjoy the making part and it is okay to have UFOs. no more guilt for me. ;p
have a lovely weekend!
that is really lovely. I love 3 sisters’ fabric lines. I’m hoarding some too.
I have done the same thing as you where I’ve made all the blocks for a quilt but haven’t yet sewn them together.
last year I started pulling them out and sewing them together. I am going to continue to do that this year while working on new projects.
I finally figured out that I enjoy the making part and it is okay to have UFOs. no more guilt for me. ;p
have a lovely weekend!
that is really lovely. I love 3 sisters’ fabric lines. I’m hoarding some too.
I have done the same thing as you where I’ve made all the blocks for a quilt but haven’t yet sewn them together.
last year I started pulling them out and sewing them together. I am going to continue to do that this year while working on new projects.
I finally figured out that I enjoy the making part and it is okay to have UFOs. no more guilt for me. ;p
have a lovely weekend!
As with other years, I will collect the patterns, just in case I decide to jump in. I do look at the blocks and use some of them for other things, though. But I don’t need to start another big project. And in the end, sampler-type quilts aren’t my favourite.
Love your fabric choice, and your block is beautiful. Go, Nicole!
As with other years, I will collect the patterns, just in case I decide to jump in. I do look at the blocks and use some of them for other things, though. But I don’t need to start another big project. And in the end, sampler-type quilts aren’t my favourite.
Love your fabric choice, and your block is beautiful. Go, Nicole!
As with other years, I will collect the patterns, just in case I decide to jump in. I do look at the blocks and use some of them for other things, though. But I don’t need to start another big project. And in the end, sampler-type quilts aren’t my favourite.
Love your fabric choice, and your block is beautiful. Go, Nicole!
I downloaded the pattern for the first block and am planning to work from my stash on this. Sounds fun and I have a friend who lives in my town who is going to do it, too. Always fun to have a friend to sew with.
I downloaded the pattern for the first block and am planning to work from my stash on this. Sounds fun and I have a friend who lives in my town who is going to do it, too. Always fun to have a friend to sew with.
I downloaded the pattern for the first block and am planning to work from my stash on this. Sounds fun and I have a friend who lives in my town who is going to do it, too. Always fun to have a friend to sew with.