Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Moda Blockheads 2 - Block #34

Block #34 is
Basket and Vine by Jan Patek
To download the pattern 
click here.


Usually I make a 2nd block and take pictures 
as I go along to do a tutorial.  
This week however, we have had a blizzard 
which has taken up most of my time.  
And ladies the month of Christmas is upon us.
So instead I'm going to refer you to a tutorial I
did on You Tube on Baskets.
The basket itself is a different shape but the principal
is the same.  And dealing with the basket handle,
stems and leaves is exactly the same.. 
To watch it go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RC9gfRDNXKE.
I believe we have already covered circles (berries) and stars
in other blocks.

This is Midnight Serenade - a TableStand (Or Table Top) Quilt.
Each little quilt is really 2 quilts so if it's 
sitting on your table it can be seen from both sides.

This is the front


And this is the back.
Or viva versa.


It's being featured in my book by Martingale 
that's coming out soon.


To celebrate the book - I'm having a drawing for a kit.
Make a comment, any old comment
and I will have the random number generator
pick one to be announced next
Blockheads Wednesday.

Now lets go see what the other designers 
have done with my Basket Block.

Lynne of Kansas Troubles
Barb & Mary of Me and My Sister
Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic
Vanessa of Lella Boutique
Betsy Chutchian
Stacy lest Hsu
Laurie Simpson of Minick & Simpson
Sherri McConnell of A Quilting Life
Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings
Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts
Carrie Nelson of Moda's Cutting Table

69 comments:

  1. The book looks great, just in time for holidays !!

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  2. Just in time - I wanted to learn to applique - Thanks

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  3. Lovely quilt block and the way you show them is always great eye candy.
    Great idea for the book too. Merry Christmas and thanks for the chance

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  4. What a great idea! Who doesn't love a BOGO?!

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  5. I have been wanting to do a table top mini for some time. This pattern on the back is a great idea--maybe one holiday on the front--another on the back. Thank you.

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  6. A two sided block, wonderful idea.

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  7. These would be so much fun to make and decorate we. Thank you Jan, for your wonderful inspirations. I hope you have a Blessed Christmas

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  8. I love blocks with birds, and three on one side is great! That little one on the front may try my applique skills, but it's an opportunity for improvement! The basket blockhead block is awesome too!

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  9. I have loved your quilting style from the beginning, and you continue to inspire me with your applique. Looks like a really joyful book...small quilts are fun to make!

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  10. I am anxious to start on this block! It will be nice to stitch while family conversation is going on around me this Christmas season.

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  11. I love the concept of your two-block small quilts, and your designs are so sweet. I have a little 12" stand so these quilts would be just perfect for it.

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  13. So excited for another applique block! Thank-you.

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  14. I usually choose piecing over applique, but have apreciated your blocks in the Moda Blockheads. They really do add to the quilt.

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  15. I LOVE all of your little blocks and can hardly wait for the book!

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  16. I love your work, & I am looking forward to your new book!

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  17. Fun new basket block and the excitement of your Tabletop Turnabouts book! Lots of inspiration. Thank you!

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  18. I love your new book! The quilts are so sweet. What a nice way to simplify things. Thanks!

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  19. Enjoy your holidays Jan! I always like seeing what you will come up with next and this book looks like you may have outdone yourself!

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  20. I have snowbound on my bed as a throw. I made it so long ago. It is well loved. I love your books and patterns.

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  21. Congratulations on your new book!

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  22. Great block, I have always loved your books and patterns

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  23. Thank you for the basket block. Those table racks look very useful and happy holidays

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  24. I must get this book!!! Love you books and patterns!

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  25. I love this cute basket and congratulations to your new book, Jan!!! Wonderful!!! Have a wonderful Christmas time!!!

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  26. What a great idea! Reversible table toppers will be in my future, for sure.

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  27. Love your block I'm going to make it larger : )

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  28. This looks like another great book and block. Love the reversible table topper idea and I know I will want this book just to figure out how to center the two designs back to back!

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  29. I’m loving the book project photos so far! Congratulations on your latest book!

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  30. Fabric, thread, and needle... oh my! Congrats on the new book and looking forward to a stitch or two!

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  31. That is an adorable block and yea a new book coming out. Can't wait! ! !

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  32. I love the idea of a book full of wire hanger projects. Can't wait till it comes out.

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  33. I love your patterns so very much Jan!

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  34. Your designs are so YOU! I love them. Those cardinals on the block are so dear to me -- love birds, especially cardinals. I live in Cardinals Country (metro St. Louis)!

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  35. I love to make mini quilts!! If I had the space, I would have hangers/stands all over the house!!!!

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  36. I love the cover of your new book and look forward to making a few little table quilts.

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  37. Love your Midnight Serenade blocks! Recently moved away from lake effect snows south of Buffalo, NY to SC after being there for 16 yrs. From 200i inches of snow a year to maybe 3 inches. I’ll miss it a little but I can relate to it consuming your time. Thanks for all the time you put into sharing your work.

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  38. Jan, I love your Midnight Serenade! Marvelous idea to make two sided quilts!

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  40. Ugh! "Blizzard" has been added to the "swear jar"....lol! I can tolerate winter...but snow makes me cuckoo!!! :-) Love your basket block...as well as midnight serenade! Stay safe and warm!

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  41. Yay!!! Another cute applique block from Jan!

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  42. Love your designs. Thanks for the chance to win the kit!

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  43. Birds and their houses; be still my heart!

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  44. I love your block. Excited it's a 12 inch block.Thanks Jan. Your video is very helpful.

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  45. What a great way to practice my applique! Thanks for the chance to win a great kit!

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  46. What a genius idea to do front and back! Would love the book 🙂 thanks for the giveaway!

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  47. I love your designs! What a great idea for a small quilt -- front and back! Thanks for the opportunity!





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  48. I love the basket as well as the other applique. Thanks for all the designs.

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  49. For years I collect your patterns and fabrics. They make much appreciated gifts. Love your blog

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  50. I'd LOVE to win this book! Oh … the possibilities.

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  51. This basket block is adorable! I can't wait to make one.

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  52. Gorgeous basket quilt and cute little snowman, birds and birdhouses, love those little guys! Yes, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Thanks for all you do - your You Tube videos improved my applique technique.

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  53. Love the idea of having both sides displayed and enjoyed.

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  54. What a great idea to be able to see a cute tiny quilt from either side! Tabletop Turnabouts looks like an awesome book! Thanks for a chance to win.
    Carmen

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  55. I just love your blocks. Sooo cute!

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