Have you been enjoying the winter Olympics? In general I am not a huge sports fan. But for some reason I am always drawn to the Olympics. This year has been particularly fascinating with the patchwork theme in the Russian design. To keep with the Olympic spirit, I thought I would offer the Electric Quilt cutting chart for twelve blocks that are my representation of some of the sports represented in the winter Olympics. I've used a number of standard blocks in EQ and in Block Base. I did make a few changes to make them a bit easier to piece. I also took some liberties on the block names. (You do not need EQ to use these charts.) Cutting charts will all be for a twelve inch block. Block 1 - Ice Dancing This block's published name is 'Square Dance". Block was published by Michael James and is from Block Base. I thought it would nicely represent my favorite Olympic sport "Ice Dance". Click on block for a link to the rotary cutting file. I love Meryl Davis and Charlie White - the US Olympic team ice dance leaders. Their symmetry and artistry is breathtaking. I started taking ice dance lessons a couple of years ago -- so I feel I can really appreciate the challenges this sport represents. My dream is to be able to have just a fraction of the skills they demonstrate on ice. Maybe just one twizzle -- or even a three turn in a partner hold position. Future Blocks My plans are to post a block every day or two and to provide a layout at the end. If you do end up making any of these blocks, I would love to see pictures. You can either send them to me on my contact page or post to Facebook. Happy quilting and enjoy the Olympic events. Kari As a reminder, there is free shipping on any order that includes my newest pattern "Be My Valentine". Order by February 24th to take advantage of this offer. The best way to stay informed on what is happening in my studio and access these fun patterns along with great quilting tips is to sign up for my newsletter.
As an added bonus, you will get a free pattern for this Maple Leaf quilt when you sign up! I am excited to share the release of "Be My Valentine" -- just in time for Valentine's Day. Create a quick table quilt measuring 40" x 16" to celebrate Valentine's Day. Or this would also make a great shower or wedding gift for that special someone. This project is a lot simpler than it looks. I used over-sized units that are cut down with the use of rulers from Deb Tucker's Studio 180 Design. I've also provided alternate instructions if you wish to do the project without the rulers. Click here to purchase Be My Valentine. Quilting "Be My Valentine"Do you want some ideas in how to quilt this project? Check out the following video. These suggestions are designed for use on a domestic sewing machine. Trace the shapes with your finger to get a feel for the shape. If you need a guide before quilting, draw the shape on your quilt with a water soluble pen. Special Valentine's Day/Week OfferTo celebrate the release, I am offering free shipping on any purchase that includes Be My Valentine. Offer is good through February 24th. Sign up for my newsletter to stay current on what's happening in my studio and learn more quilting tips. As a thank you, I'll send you a FREE pattern for this small maple leaf quilt. Happy quilting.
Kari Schell On Point Quilter On a recent post I showed the stitch out of my snowflakes and loops quilting design. I received an inquiry this week on how I drafted this with Art and Stitch software. I've been working on developing some technique videos and thought that this might be a good opportunity to create a new video. WARNING - This video will only be of interest to those who current own or are thinking of purchasing Art and Stitch. Since the snowflake and loop quilting patterns works well on Ice Crystals (a free sew along quilt pattern I recently presented on my blog), I thought I would hold off on retiring the free pattern for another month. You may click on the following links for the pdf files: Happy quilting.
Kari Schell On Point Quilter PS - If you are interested in receiving additional quilting tips and techniques please sign up for my newsletter. (and receive a free quilt pattern for a small maple leaf quilt). I must admit that I had a blast doing Bonnie Hunter's Celtic Solstice quilt. The top is now quilted, the binding stitched on. I'm waiting for the opening of the Olympics to hand stitch the binding to the back of the quilt. I really liked how Bonnie presented the steps. It allowed me to swap out some of her techniques for a few favorite of my own (which also gave me something to blog about each weeK). Even though I make some errors in fabric placement, I'm pleased with my end result of the "baby" quilt. At least that is what my friend Deb calls it -- since she is working on a larger version. I used the Celtic Curlz pattern Bonnie recommended as the quilting pattern. I looked at a number of different Celtic designs -- but this one seemed to flow the best. It is a little hard to see the quilting from the front -- so let me show you a photo of the back of the quilt as well. I was happy to have the APQS Millennium to quilt this puppy. The biggest challenge was the thickness of some of the seam allowances. I did break a few needles and needed to do some adjustments to the hopping foot after finishing the quilt -- but it was all worth it. Quilting Special Offer Are you looking for a machine quilter to assist you in finishing this quilt. If so, I would be happy to help you. If you would like the Celtic Curlz pattern, the price (excluding MN tax and shipping) would be $117.19 for the small quilt and $270.75 for the large one. If you book your quilt by the end of March, I will provide free return shipping (a $20 value)!!! Contact me if you are interested in reserving a slot in my quilting schedule. Kari Schell
On Point Quilter PS - If you would like to sign up for my free newsletter (and receive a free quilt pattern for a small maple leaf quilt), please complete the form below. Have you looked at photos of this antique quilt (circa 1840) or maybe been lucky enough to look at the actual quilt at the Lancaster Museum? I think that the quilt is fascinating. However in looking at the quilt, it seems like it would be quite a challenge to draft. So I thought about how I could create a variation on this quilt in EQ. This is the quilt I came up with. If you would like to see how to do this in Electric Quilt 7, please take a look at the following video tutorial. Ann Holte has written a book on the history of the actual Lancaster Diamond Sampler Quilt along with instructions on the blocks included in this historic quilt. You can find out more about the quilt, her book and these fabulous blocks on her website www.annholtequilting.com. Electric Quilt 7 Classes at MQ Show Now Open for RegistrationI'm excited to announce that I am scheduled to teach EQ7 at the MN quilt show in St. Cloud from June 11-14. I have a full schedule of classes and would love to work with you in enhancing your own EQ skills. Registration can be completed at www.mnquilt.org/mq2014. Happy quilting.
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