Monday, November 11, 2013

Quiltmaker 100 Blocks Volume 8!


Good morning! How was your weekend?  I hope it was great.  I'm excited today as it's the first day of the Quiltmaker 100 Blocks blog hop!  Can you believe there are 800 blocks so far! This last batch is wonderful. 

Here's my block Summer Posies before I sent it off in hopes of being selected. I used my Pam Kitty Love collection to make it. I think most of you know that I love that red, white and pink combination, so my regular people probably could have picked my block out without looking at the name!

Quiltmaker Block
 
Because I loved the block so much, I recreated it for a pillow.  (I might have a pillow problem.) This time I used my Pam Kitty Picnic fabric, that should be in stores soon.  I extended the woven rick rack handle farther above the basket  to accommodate the larger background piece.. I wanted to use a 14 inch pillow form and the block originally is 12 inch.

Quiltmaker Block

I think what I like best is the dimensional pieces!  What? 3-D? You didn't notice?

Quiltmaker Block
 
Quiltmaker did a great job at explaining how to put this block together, especially with the space constraints!  I hope you give it a try. It seems like such a cheerful block to me. 

Quiltmaker Block
 
Thanks to Quiltmaker for including Summer Posies in this edition! 
 
Now lucky for you, Quiltmaker is giving away an issue to one of my blog  readers!  Just leave a comment for a chance to win  and I'll pick a lucky winner  on Friday! Now be sure and click over to The Quilty Pleasures blog to see who else is on the hop today!

430 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

I just love, love, love all your fabric, and this block is beautiful! I'd love to win but I can only comment as 'anonymous'. Gail.

1:16 AM  
Blogger Podunk Pretties said...

Super cute block! Love the ginghams!

1:16 AM  
Blogger Gunilla said...

Love your pillow and fabric!!! Right now I have some Pam Kitty fabric in the washingmachine, soon to be ready for a quilt! Thanks!!!

1:33 AM  
Blogger Lee said...

Beautiful block! Thank you!

3:05 AM  
Blogger Teresa S. said...

What a sweet block!

3:41 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Love the flowers!

4:25 AM  
Anonymous Sigrid said...

Love, Love, Love this block. Reminds me of the flowers on my mom's windowsill. It belongs in the direct centre of a quilt.
Also love your fabric and can't wait for your next line to be available to order.

4:31 AM  
Blogger Martina said...

Such an adorable block and it looks great as pillow!

4:47 AM  
Blogger Marca said...

I love yr block! I haven't seen woven rock rack for years!

4:57 AM  
Blogger Ellyn said...

as always I love your block!

5:02 AM  
Blogger Jeanne Gwin said...

Your fabric always makes me feel so happy. Thanks for bringing your talent to all of us.

5:18 AM  
Blogger Suzanne said...

I love the dimensional leaves and texture that the ric rac and buttons add. Great job! PS I have a pillow problem too!

5:21 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh My Word!!! I can see a whole quilt full of Posies!!! Thank you for the opportunity to win...:)
Karen/mija314@yahoo.com

5:41 AM  
Blogger Jennifer said...

As always, wonderful fabric and design!

5:47 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love your pillow and your fabric!! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the magazine.sandi1100@yahoo.com

5:50 AM  
Blogger Betsy said...

I love how you created such a beautiful pillow from your block. It matches your site too.

5:53 AM  
Blogger Lee Ann L. said...

posies are always cute! Thank you for a chance to win.

6:02 AM  
Blogger Jeanne in Ohio said...

Sweet block! The ric rac is inspired! Thanks for the giveaway.

6:12 AM  
Blogger Maryjo said...

I love Summer Posies...so bright and cheery...I have to make it!!!! I can hardly wait to get it...congrats!!!

6:17 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are one of the best at color choices.. love this

6:22 AM  
Blogger Dana Gaffney said...

Your block is so pretty and I love the buttons.

6:23 AM  
Blogger Wilma said...

Summer Posies is so cute and cheerful! I would make a wall hanging with it.

6:31 AM  
Blogger Vicki H said...

I love the flowers with the buttons. Great pillow.

6:38 AM  
Anonymous Martha R said...

Darling! Love that you made it into a pillow. Thanks for the inspiration and the giveaway.

6:43 AM  
Blogger Jocelyn said...

What a cute block! Can't wait to see this new issue of 100 Blocks. Thanks!

6:43 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

A great block! You had me at "ric-rac"....love the stuff! Thanks for a chance at the give-away.
Maureen
mgw070 at shaw dot ca

6:43 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Your block does make a beautiful, fun pillow. Thanks.

6:50 AM  
Blogger Donna Joy said...

Such a lovely block, wonderful way to use buttons.
Wow 800 blocks, lots of creativity , thanks for sharing. And the giveaway.

6:56 AM  
Blogger Jodi said...

Very cute, it would be a perfect springtime project.

6:59 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I love this block...I collect baskets and basket quilts. This will certainly be one of the first blocks I try from Volume 8. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

7:00 AM  
Blogger mascanlon said...

Such a happy block Pam and I love me some baskets! Thanks for sharing it!

7:01 AM  
Blogger Dawn, said...

Such a cute block! Love it!

7:03 AM  
Blogger TC in Idaho said...

Hi
Can't wait to try your block. I am new to quilting and just want to do it all. Thanks for the chance of winning.
Tish mtish44@yahoo.com

7:08 AM  
Blogger Thimbleanna said...

"Hello, My name is PKM and I have a Pillow Problem." You always make me laugh PKM. LOVE your cute block!

7:14 AM  
Blogger GO STARS! said...

I like how you used the braided rickrack for the handle. We used to braid rickrack with the snippets of trim my mom had in her scrap basket. Fun block and it makes a great pillow.

7:17 AM  
Blogger Donna said...

Bright perky block and great colors. It will be fun to try it.

7:25 AM  
Anonymous Pat Roediger said...

Love the pillow and the block!

7:26 AM  
Blogger my place and times said...

Love Love Love the fabric and the block. It is sooooooooooooo cute! I love red. Can't wait to follow your blog.

7:26 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Great colors. I am always looking for ways to use color.

7:26 AM  
Blogger Kiska said...

what a lovely block and I especially love that it is 3d.

7:27 AM  
Blogger Jacklynn Grimm said...

I am a pillow person, too - love this block! Thanks for the chance to win!

7:27 AM  
Blogger Kay said...

Your block is so pretty, and I really need to make some new cushions too.
ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk

7:33 AM  
Blogger arlette said...

Love your block and the idea you used buttoms of them, yay for you, congrats!!!!

7:34 AM  
Blogger ferne said...

I love basket blocks so I am really loving this one with all your special touches

7:39 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love the block. So many uses for this.

7:40 AM  
Blogger Dorothy G said...

Ok, that is just too darn cute. And is now on my to do list. Congrats on being published in Quiltmakers Volume 8. It's a great magazine. Thanks for a chance to win a copy.

7:44 AM  
Blogger Quilter Kathy said...

Beautiful block! I can't wait to get the magazine and learn how you constructed this beauty!

7:50 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Pam, I love reading your blog and using your fabrics -- they're so cheery! And I love your new block and would love to win the magazine. Thanks!

7:51 AM  
Blogger Cheri the Quilting Nanny said...

I love that pattern! I am interested in using optional things like buttons on my quilts, but that pillow is perfect!

7:51 AM  
Blogger Lisa said...

Such a pretty pretty pillow!! Thanks for contributing and I hope I win one!

7:52 AM  
Blogger Judy said...

Very cute block. Happy fabric! Love it.

8:00 AM  
Blogger LizD4400 said...

I love the 3D of this block! Pretty colors too!

8:00 AM  
Blogger Miss Jean said...

Super cute, darling and happy all together in one darling block!

8:02 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Wow-- cheerful summer pattern! I Love it!!

8:03 AM  
Blogger Billy'sgirl said...

This is SO adorable! First time today to your blog. Can't wait to try this block. Hope to win the issue!

8:06 AM  
Blogger Regina said...

Love the dimensionality on this block!

8:09 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am amazed at how all the different fabrics come together for this block. NIce job.

8:10 AM  
Blogger JoyceLM said...

Lovely block - thanks for sharing & thanks for the chance to win.

8:13 AM  
Blogger Ruth said...

Your block is adorable! I would love to win the book.

8:13 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Just beautiful,love the red. You are so talented. Planning on making the pillow.

8:13 AM  
Blogger Darlene B said...

What a fun, cheery block! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy of this great magazine!

8:18 AM  
Blogger Tiffanee said...

Love your block!! Such sweet fabrics!!

8:21 AM  
Blogger Gwen Wehner said...

Great block! Love the woven rick rack and button embellishments!

8:21 AM  
Blogger Quilting with Pugs said...

I love the block and your fabrics. Here's to continued success.

8:29 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am not a big fan of applique but the block is so cute I think I will try it out.

8:36 AM  
Blogger Nanette Merrill said...

Super cute. Really really darling. Love the block. Good for you.

8:40 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love your block and thanks for the giveaway.
smjohns63 at yahoo dot com

8:43 AM  
Blogger Big Martha said...

Oh it's lovely. Congrats! This looks great on the pillow.

8:43 AM  
Anonymous Julie S. said...

PAM KITTY MORNING....I simply love you!

8:43 AM  
Anonymous Kristyne said...

Your block should come with a warning ... "May Cause Cavities" ... 'cause it is just that sweet! :) Love it. And you. xo k

8:43 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

What a lovely block - I think I would choose blue for my pillow although I do love the pink and red. Congratulations on being published in the magazine and can't wait to get hold of my copy.

8:44 AM  
Blogger bertiequilts said...

love your block and would definitely use it in a sampler quilt. thanks for the giveaway

8:47 AM  
Blogger Mom C said...

You're right I could probably pick out your block. I'm glad your fabric is recognizable. Darling. Thanks.

8:50 AM  
Blogger Linda said...

Summer Posies is very cute! A quilt full of posies would be beautiful!

8:50 AM  
Blogger GrownUpMe said...

Adorable!!!! Thank you for being so creative!!!

8:50 AM  
Blogger by Laura McFall said...

This is adorable! Love your fabrics, too.

8:51 AM  
Blogger Sandra said...

Very cute block. Grats for having it in the magazine.

syvisser@gmail(dot)com

8:53 AM  
Blogger BizyStitches said...

Congrats, and your block looks darling as a pillow.

8:53 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Wow, love the dimension and fabrics.

8:53 AM  
Blogger Barbara Sindlinger said...

Very spring-y and happy little block.

8:54 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Awww - so cute! I want one too - or two or three . . . .

8:56 AM  
Blogger DebraKay Neiman said...

The fabric is so cute and I love the buttons. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

9:01 AM  
Blogger Gena in Dallas said...

Your fabric is awesome!! No wonder the block is so cute!

9:01 AM  
Blogger Jennifer said...

Your fabrics are so lovely - springtime ALL the time! This is going to be a fun block to make!

9:02 AM  
Blogger Hildy said...

I love the buttons you're using for the flower centers!
hildy(at)ebertzeder(dot)de

9:03 AM  
Blogger Quiltnut said...

love your basket of posies....so colorful!

9:04 AM  
Blogger Kim said...

Can we ever get enough of red and white? I don't think so...it is so fresh and bright and your pattern is a delight.
Thanks so much for the chance to win and Happy Sewing

9:05 AM  
Blogger SewSealy said...

Oh so cute! Love this block - it's adorable. Thank you for the opportunity!

9:09 AM  
Blogger txroseinajijic said...

What a cute flower block...and such imagination! Thanks for sharing.

9:11 AM  
Blogger Lori said...

I love your pretty pillow. So perfect for summer time. Or anytime when we need a little bight pick up. Congrats

9:11 AM  
Blogger Linda H said...

What a fun block and I love the 3D element! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!

9:14 AM  
Blogger Anita said...

Great block, and it looks fantastic as a pillow!

9:14 AM  
Blogger Jackie said...

This looks like such a fun block to make!

9:19 AM  
Blogger Kim said...

Love the block and your fabric! Thanks for the chance to win!

9:19 AM  
Blogger Janarama said...

Your block and pillow are beautiful.

9:19 AM  
Blogger Vicki B said...

Lovely block. Love the colors. Would be great for valentines day

9:21 AM  
Blogger Helen said...

Love the nostalgic look of your block in reds on the background.

9:22 AM  
Blogger CharlotteT said...

I love the block you did for this issue. I would love to make it!

9:23 AM  
Blogger Joanna said...

So pretty. What a charming block.

9:24 AM  
Blogger MarchAnn said...

This is a very pretty block. As A new quilter I will keep it in mine. I will be getting this new book.

9:25 AM  
Blogger Catholic Bibliophagist said...

Very cute block!

--C.B.

9:26 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Cheery little block!! Such a happy combo of fabrics & style!

9:27 AM  
Anonymous Bonnie said...

What a lovely block! Thanks for sharing.

9:27 AM  
Blogger Loris said...

Such a cute pillow! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the 100 Blocks!

9:27 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Congratulations - What a pretty block and it's perfect for the pillow!
Thanks so much for the chance to win :)

9:28 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

This is such a cute block, and your fabric choice is SO sweet!

Marie Williams
pinkmoonbeams@yahoo.com

9:30 AM  
Blogger WPBMOMMY1 said...

I love your block, especially the button embellishments! It makes a perfect throw pillow!

9:31 AM  
Blogger dolls5000a said...

beautiful block I want to make it

9:31 AM  
Blogger Gabi said...

It's a wonderful block, I like the buttons in the middle of the flowers.
Regards
Gabi

9:35 AM  
Blogger Kay Susan said...

I like the 3D aspect of your block of basket and flowers. Of course, you grabbed my attention with the fresh, clear combination of red and white. Sew piecefully!

9:38 AM  
Blogger Sinta Renee said...

I would love to win a copy just so that I could have access to this adorable basket block Pam! I know there must be 99 other cute things to make in it... but your basket is adorable!

9:38 AM  
Blogger Jan said...

Love this block- So sweet

9:38 AM  
Blogger Donna H said...

congratulations on having your block selected, I like the use of buttons

9:38 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love your colorful potted flowers! Keep on quilting on.

9:39 AM  
Blogger apple blossom said...

lovely basket of flowers block sew nice

ABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

9:40 AM  
Anonymous Sheila H said...

What a happy basket!

9:40 AM  
Blogger Barbara Mead said...

Wow what a great cheerful happy block. I am thinking picnic time.

9:41 AM  
Blogger Regina said...

Love your block as a pillow! Thanks for the chance to win.

9:44 AM  
Blogger Bloomer's Buzzings said...

Your block just says "smile" to me. Nothin' better than that!

9:46 AM  
Blogger velveteena said...

Loved the 3D- rickrack basket handle as well as the buttons etc. Very clever I would say.

9:48 AM  
Blogger Helen Philipps said...

I love this block......it is beautiful!
Helen x

9:49 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love your block and fabric choice.

9:49 AM  
Blogger 47lilpolock said...

I would love to win this magazine. Thanks.

9:50 AM  
Blogger Linda B said...

LINDA BREEGGEMANN: I LOVE THE POSIES AND YOUR FABRICS MAKES IT FEEL LIKE SPRING.

9:51 AM  
Blogger Jennifer Dyck said...

I love your block and would love to win this magazine!

9:53 AM  
Blogger Lorraine said...

Great block! Very cheery!

9:54 AM  
Blogger Nanbon44 said...

love the block, makes me thing of spring...

9:54 AM  
Blogger Bev @ kwiltpharm said...

Cute and just right for summer-if I start now it might be done by then!

9:56 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Very nice. It looks like spring.

10:01 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

As all your designs, this is the cutest! Love it.I definitely want to make this block. Thanks for contributing.

10:03 AM  
Blogger claire said...

Love your precious posies block.

10:05 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Love the 3-D - and your color combination!

10:11 AM  
Blogger Elaine said...

What a cute block!

10:18 AM  
Blogger pbfab said...

Really like the fabric choices and the 3D affect.
Have to check out your fabrics.

10:18 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Your block is precious Great for a pillow.

10:20 AM  
Blogger Barbe said...

love the block, such a perfect choice for your fabrics, i love the red of pam kitty love too lol

10:21 AM  
Blogger JanineMarie said...

Putting buttons on quilts is so much fun! Thanks for the cute pattern.

10:22 AM  
Blogger Lisa England said...

Cute block and pillow! I always enjoy this magazine.

10:24 AM  
Blogger Sylvie said...

Love your block! Congratulations.

10:26 AM  
Blogger Nichole said...

Finally, something I could use my buttons for!

10:28 AM  
Blogger almstreet said...

Very cute fabric!

10:29 AM  
Blogger carolph said...

Fun blog hop. Love seeing all the different blocks.

10:32 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I love your block: not just for the colors you chose, or the 3-D posies, but because I love flowers!

10:35 AM  
Blogger Hanke said...

Love your block, nice flowers! Thanks for the chance!

10:36 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Your block is so darling!

10:36 AM  
Blogger JANET said...

Like your block! (I'm partial to reds lately.) Also like your Sweet Susan quilt.

10:37 AM  
Blogger Karen said...

I love the pillow version of your block. One can never have too many pillows.

10:39 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Very cute block. Thanks so much.

10:39 AM  
Blogger Miz Karen said...

Adorable. Love it.

10:41 AM  
Blogger Jessica said...

This is such a fun block! Love!

10:43 AM  
Anonymous Judy Christopher said...

Love your block

10:43 AM  
Blogger MoeWest said...

Summer Posies makes a cute pillow and I love the colours!

10:48 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Cute block and works great as a pillow! mjmm773@yahoo.com

10:53 AM  
Blogger Dawn Frisch said...

I just love your website!! I really love your fabric and block too! Congrats on it being in the magazine by the way! Great design and I can't wait until the fabric is available! Happy quilting!

10:56 AM  
Blogger Deborah said...

I noticed your 3-D effect right away. Love your block!

10:56 AM  
Blogger kwiltnkats said...

So clever your rick rack handle. A great idea to make your block into a pillow. These colors feel happy to me. Thanks for an opportunity to win. Sandi

11:01 AM  
Blogger Donna said...

Pam, I love everything that you do!!! Always makes me so happy.
donnanb@gmail.com

11:08 AM  
Blogger Gill said...

So pretty! and so you!!
I love it!

11:09 AM  
Blogger Edie said...

I love the fabrics you chose for the block, and your ric-rac handle is over the top. Thanks for the chance to win.

11:10 AM  
Blogger Terry@ a quilting blog said...

What a pretty block and I love, love, love your pillow!!

11:10 AM  
Blogger theQmom said...

Adorable, love the red. Kind of a Mary Englebreit look.

11:11 AM  
Blogger Julie said...

Your block reminds me of aprons my grandmother made with hand applique on them.

11:12 AM  
Blogger Jem-fl said...


Great block, this is a good one gifts at Christmas. Thanks!

11:16 AM  
Blogger dweezil said...

Ooooooooooo love the block and the fabric especially the backround. It reminds me of going through Mom's fabric boxes! I have always loved florals :-)

11:19 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I really like the red, white and pink combinations too.
Your flower is beautiful

11:23 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Pam, this is such a gorgeous girly block. I will definitely make the cushion for my granddaughter. Congratulations on your entry into Volume 8.

Regards
Charmaine Pullen
CPullen@fnb.co.za

11:23 AM  
Blogger Jessie said...

Wow! I am really excited about this blog tour, so much creativity! I'll be back!!!!

11:24 AM  
Blogger Cindy said...

Love your block!

11:24 AM  
Blogger Carmen N said...

Flower patterns are always my favorite :)

11:24 AM  
Blogger Madeline said...

you're right, we can always pick out your block by the colors!

11:26 AM  
Blogger Bernie said...

Very nice 3D block.

11:26 AM  
Blogger Debbie said...

I can see those cute flowers done in other seasons too.

11:27 AM  
Blogger Beth said...

I agree--this is a particularly cheery block! Thanks so much for sharing it with us.

11:30 AM  
Blogger Karyn said...

Love the 3D leaves...CUTE!!! Can't wait to see this issue... always so much creativity featured!

11:32 AM  
Blogger Carol V. said...

Love the 3D elements to this block

11:33 AM  
Blogger kt said...

Love your basket full of flowers! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of this issue!

11:34 AM  
Blogger Angie said...

What a sweet block :)

11:40 AM  
Blogger Cindi said...

What a beautiful block. It has a fresh, yet vintage feel to it.

11:43 AM  
Blogger Carrie P. said...

such a sweet block. I love the rick rack handle. Congrats.

11:45 AM  
Blogger Debbie said...

Looks like a great issue as usual! Thanks for the chance to win!

11:46 AM  
Blogger BeachQuilter said...

Such a charming pillow! I love your fresh, happy designs!

11:48 AM  
Blogger Bailey said...

a pretty posy pillow!

11:50 AM  
Blogger Marly said...

I love this cheerful design; super bright fabric.
Congratulations on being included in the new magazine.

11:52 AM  
Blogger Sallie said...

Love your pillow. Thanks for the giveaway!

11:53 AM  
Blogger SubeeSews said...

Crossing my fingers here in Indiana!

11:57 AM  
Blogger Kathryn said...

As usual, your color choices make for a great block, in addition to the design.

11:57 AM  
Blogger quilter1950 said...

Very pretty block.

11:58 AM  
Blogger Kathy MacKie said...

One can never have to many pillows, thanks for the chance to win!

11:59 AM  
Blogger Jitka said...

You designed lovely block. Thank you for sharing.

11:59 AM  
Blogger Loretta's CC said...

What a fun block!

12:01 PM  
Blogger PegP said...

Aww so cute! Love it!

12:01 PM  
Blogger ritainalaska said...

love your applique block; love the fabric collection!

12:01 PM  
Blogger BillieBee (billiemick) said...

Such Sweet flowers.

12:06 PM  
Blogger MissM said...

Lovely block

12:10 PM  
Blogger Elizabeth said...

Very cute basket of flowers. I have granddaughters and they would love it. I love the 3 D also.

12:12 PM  
Blogger Rosa said...

Wonderful block and fabrics.

12:13 PM  
Blogger Nupur said...

What a darling block- it looks so happy!

12:18 PM  
Blogger ~Kris~ said...

Your block is really sweet. I love 3D appliqué, so I could definitely see making this block. The red gingham for the basket is perfect.

12:18 PM  
Anonymous Edna said...

Love the posies!

12:19 PM  
Blogger donna said...

I love this block, esp how you did the rick rack. What a great idea.
Hugs
donna

12:21 PM  

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