Blockheads Block #4

Welcome to Blockheads Week #4!

I love the way this block turned out.  It’s designed by Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic and you’ll find the free pattern over on her blog.

Incidentally, Brigitte designed my favorite holiday line of this year, White Christmas.  I have a fat quarter bundle on the way and I can’t wait to use it.  I find myself drawn to lines that are less traditional–red & green feels like it can’t stay out much past Christmas.  A holiday line in other colors can last all the way to spring in my book.

Anyhoo, on to Block #4:

For my block, I used a combo of Sunnyside Up fabrics (everything but the gingham stripe which is from Flower Mill).

I really like Granny Square block and this block has that same feel…traditional with a little spunk.  One tip for piecing this little beauty….leave the dog ears on until the block is completely finished.  They are invaluable for lining up all of those outside triangles!

You will want to check out the rest of the designer blogs for this block.  If you ever have trouble with fabric placement or choices these blogs provide so much good information.  And, make sure you have joined the Facebook group!

Participating Moda Designers

• Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles
• Barbara Groves of Me & My Sister Designs
• Carrie Nelson of Moda Fabrics
• Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic
• Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique
• Betsy Chutchian
• Stacy Iest Hsu
• Jan Patek
• Laurie Simpson of Minick & Simpson
• Jo Morton
• Sherri McConnell
• Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings
• Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts

And lastly, the free coloring page for Block 4.  If you have trouble figuring out your fabric placement, just print this page out and color.  4 blank block diagrams are included so you can try out a few different options.  Just click below to download and print the PDF.

Happy Week 4 sewing!