Week #11 - Woven Star
We're starting the second half of our block-of-the-month countdown with one of my favorite blocks - Woven Star. I could see all the fun possibilities when piecing it and made a separate lap size quilt just for fun (below). It's one of the bonus patterns that comes with the 20 Years of KTQ BOM pack of patterns.
This block is usually made with a 4-patch in the center. I eliminated a few seams for easier piecing and made my block in 4 sections. The assembly is simple with half square triangles and connecting corners. Refer to the HST and CC detailed step-by-step instructions included with your pattern.
When adding the connecting corners (CC) to the A and B strips, be sure to note the direction of stitching.
Here's the block in quarters, and fully assembled with the bottom sashing strip.
If you love this block as much as I do, make a quilt! The Woven Dreams lap quilt is 12 star blocks using a Jelly Roll for even easier cutting. The large blocks make a good sized quilt in a hurry. I'm hoping to make one in my new Sweet Holly fabric this fall.
Would you like a Woven Dreams digital PDF pattern? Comment here to win. Do you enjoy making a quilt one block at a time in a block-of-the-month? or do you prefer to complete your quilt more quickly in a weekly quilt-a-long?
Beautiful quilt! I like to make my quilt tops quickly so I guess a weekly quilt along would work. My biggest problem is, once the quilt top is done, it takes me forever to quilt it!
ReplyDeleteGood for you that you quilt yourself! I quilt with my checkbook. It's the only way my quilts would ever get done.
DeleteI like to make quilts both ways quick and BOM and yes quilting them is a problem lol I have a stack lol
ReplyDeleteI hear ya, sister. Seems to be the norm.
DeleteWhat a fun block!! I prefer a weekly quilt-a-long unless the blocks have a lot of handwork that require more time.
ReplyDeleteI agree. My attention span works better with a weekly series.
DeleteLove this block! I prefer one block at a time as I’m working fulltime and find it difficult to keep up if it’s more and more frequent.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're taking time to sew. It's a metal health gift to ourselves.
DeleteWoven Star is very nice! It would be a great quilt to make for my grandson. He likes the quilt I have made him with KT fabrics.
ReplyDeleteSo glad he likes my fabrics. I think it would be great in shades of blues for a boy.
DeleteBeautiful quilt, love the pattern. I prefer a weekly quilt-a-long, I have a whole year of BMO in my cover that have not even started yet! Thank you for sharig with beautiful fabrics, work and ideas with all of us!
ReplyDeleteYou're so welcome. Thanks for following.
DeleteLove the block...can't wait to make a quilt with this block only...bom works better for my work schedule..but also 100blocks in 100 days
ReplyDeleteYikes! I'm not sure I could keep up with 100 blocks in 100 days. You go woman!
DeleteLove the Woven Star, especially in your fabrics. It has been on my to do list and moving up.
ReplyDeleteBe sure to show pics when you're done. I love to see each and every one.
DeleteLove this block. It is very eye catching. I really enjoy doing BOM’s as only tackling one block at a time is so much less daunting than looking at a whole quilt pattern!
ReplyDeleteTotally agree. Even designing one block at a time is less drain on the brain.
DeleteI love the woven star block, even more when I can use a jelly roll! I've only done one BOM & really enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Moda's precuts. It makes cutting so much faster - and it's my least favorite part.
DeleteI enjoy both ways. The block of the month takes the stress out of having a defined time line; however, creating in a week is also great especially if their is a definite timeline the project needs to be completed. Love your patterns!
ReplyDeleteGood points. I'm working on another BOM for next year, but it will be a smaller project.
DeleteEye catching block, I really like it. The quilt would look great in Christmas fabrics too.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Love the new Sweet Holly line.
DeleteI love this pattern! I have been saving a jelly roll from one of your fabric lines that I have not been able to cut up. I think I finally found the pattern I want to use. Thanks for the giveaway and as always the inspiration to create beautiful quilts.
ReplyDeleteAnd that's why we collect Jelly Rolls. You just never know when the perfect quilt will roll around. :)
DeleteI like a quicker pace to my quilt a long's. The Woven Star lap quilt looks awesome. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You won! Please send your email address to lynne@ktquilts.com.
DeleteOoo! Good question! The funny answer is with both the block of the month or a weekly quilt along...I tend to be the one that ends up finishing the quilt that was put out last season...two season later..or maybe the next year! I have only few projects going on..but I get easily distracted. It eventually gets done...lol. I like the smaller kits, or just a block that I can make multiple of to do what I want with. So many possibilities with this block!!! Love, love, love it!
ReplyDeleteIt's good to know yourself and how you like to work. I don't think quilt kits or fabric expire, so you're good.
DeleteI usually like a weekly block. If it a very involved pattern or multiple blocks, once a month is better. The woven star is a great pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks, it's one of my favs, too.
DeleteI love the look of the Woven Dreams Star! I would prefer a weekly sew along.
ReplyDeleteSince I'm home all the time, I've really enjoyed the weekly series, too. When I'm traveling alot, it can get hectic.
DeleteBeautiful block and one that makes a lovely quilt. It depends on the complexity of the block. However, I generally like a block a month as it gives me time to finish a block before the next one is published.
ReplyDeleteSo true. I like to keep up or it ends up in a box.
DeleteWOW! Loving the Woven Star block.
ReplyDeleteThanks, so sweet.
DeleteFantastic quilt! Love this block. I like doing block of the month. I like to take my time and enjoy the process. Monthly also lets me work on other projects that I might have in progress.
ReplyDeleteSo interesting you use the words process and progress. Some quilters enjoy the process even if the quilt is never completed. Others are more motivated to work toward the finish. Sounds like you have a nice quilting balance.
DeleteLove this block! I like to make a quilt quickly sometimes and as BOM others. I think I find it easier to finish if I do over period of time.
ReplyDeleteSee the reply above. You have a good quilting balance, too.
DeleteLovely block. Those colors are comforting. It is nice to do a quick quilt,
ReplyDeleteBut I also enjoy doing a monthly quilt along.
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Thanks, I live with my quilts everyday, all over my home, so inviting and comfortable are important to me.
DeleteI really like block of the month!
ReplyDeleteWatch in November for another BOM beginning next spring.
DeleteI love your Woven Dreams pattern. I've had my eye on it since it first came out! I like Blocks of the Month but weekly quilt alongs are fun too, especially for smaller projects. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Sometimes a quilt just lingers in your mind. Glad this was one of them.
DeletePerfect timing. I purchased one of your jelly rolls and just couldn't think of a pattern to make. Love the Woven Dreams pattern. This would work.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely! Never pass up an opportunity to buy a precut.
DeleteI am a recent lover of your block and quilt designs. Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteI'd like woven dreams in a PDF. I find them much easier to print and follow.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
I can't wait to get our kits with the new fabrics, thank you so much for the great deal. And I look forward to seeing you next year in Appleton!
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