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2017 Summer Sampler: Summer Star Medallion
That’s right! Last year’s Summer Sampler block-of-the-week program was such a hit, we knew we had to bring it back again this year! This time around, we’ve got something really special for you guys:...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 1 – Millcreek Star
It’s here! Summer Sampler 2017 starts today with Block 1—Millcreek Star by Katie Blakesley of Swim Bike Quilt. Hopefully you’ve heard by now, but just in case you haven’t: Summer Sampler 2017 is the...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 2 – Tilted Star
Block 2 of Summer Sampler 2017 is here! This one is called Tilted Star, by Karen Lewis of Karen Lewis Textiles. This is such a unique block—it’s like a star that’s trying to be a pinwheel. LOL. I...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 3 – Celestial Star
It’s only Memorial Day, but we’re officially three weeks into summer with Summer Sampler 2017! Here’s block 3 of the Summer Sampler 2017 quilt-along, Celestial Star by Holly DeGroot of Bijou Lovely....
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 4 – Rosetta Star
This week, we’re doing my block for Summer Sampler 2017! Meet Rosetta Star. I have to say, I’m really digging this block. It’s just a subtle twist on a standard star block, but it’s so fun and unique....
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 5 – Alchemy
It’s Monday, so that means Block 5 of Summer Sampler 2017 is here! This week’s block is Alchemy by AnneMarie Chany of Gen X Quilters. I did the block in the 6″ size this week, and found it to be...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 6 – Marine Star
Summer Sampler 2017 Block 6 is here! This week, we’re doing a simplified mariner’s compass block—Marine Star by Katie Blakesley of Swim Bike Quilt. I did the 6″ version of this block, and I’m not...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 7 – Turning Star
Good morning! Block 7 of Summer Sampler 2017 has arrived! It’s Turning Star by Lynne Goldsworthy of Lily’s Quilts. I’ve been looking forward to making this one since we first got Lynne’s mock-up! Love...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 8 – Princess Cut Star
Happy Monday, and happy July! We’re now on Block 8 of Summer Sampler 2017, which means we’re almost halfway done already, which is hard to believe. It’s my turn as designer again this week, so my...
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Summer Sampler 2017 – Block 9: Midland Star
Block 9 of Summer Sampler 2017! We’re moving right along! This week’s block is Midland Star by Katie Blakesley of Swim Bike Quilt. After several paper-pieced blocks in a row, it was refreshing to go...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 10 – Spring Star
It’s Monday, so are you all ready for Block 10 of Summer Sampler 2017? This week we’re working on Spring Star by Faith Jones of Fresh Lemons Quilts. This time, we’re turning from the usual...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 11 – Pixie Dust
It’s Monday, so that means it’s Summer Sampler day! Ready for Block #11? This week’s block is Pixie Dust by Kelly Bowser of Kelby Sews. This week we’re going old-school with half-square triangles, and...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 12 – Ombré Star
It’s Monday, so it’s Summer Sampler block day! And we’re on Block 12 already! This week we’re doing Ombré Star, designed by yours truly. And it’s a cool little block if I do say so myself! I love what...
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Summer Sampler 2017 – Block 13: Compass Star
Happy Monday—hope you all are ready for Summer Sampler block number 13! This one is called Compass Star and was designed by Faith Jones of Fresh Lemons Quilts. Yes, it’s another paper-pieced block. : )...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 14 – Saddle Star
We’re on Block 14 of Summer Sampler 2017—when did that happen? : ) This week’s block is Saddle Star, designed by Katie Blakesley of Swim Bike Quilt. And check it out, it’s my last block in the 6″...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 15 – Skipping Star
We’re in the homestretch on Summer Sampler 2017!! This week we’re doing a paper-pieced block called Skipping Star, designed by Faith Jones of Fresh Lemons Quilts. Like Block 10, Spring Star, this...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 16 – Plaid Star
We’re on Block 16 of Summer Sampler 2017! This week you get to make Plaid Star, designed by me! We’re back to “normal” piecing again this week with Plaid Star. I’m sure you’re all relieved. : ) I...
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Summer Sampler 2017: Block 17 – Shimmer Star
This is it—the last block of Summer Sampler 2017! Can you believe it? Shimmer Star is by Faith of Fresh Lemons Quilts. I like how the different-sized sections in this one give it a unique look. A...
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Summer Sampler 2017: A Finished Top
My Summer Sampler 2017 top is complete! Yay! I really hope you all enjoyed this project as much as Katie, Faith and I did! It was a labor of love for us, as always. I love how these blocks came...
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Mega Sampler Quilt-Along!
So, my Summer Sampler 2017 is done, but I’m feeling a little lost without a regular weekly block to make. Lol. So Katie and I decided to take on another sampler project! Remember this mock-up that...
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