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How fun is this?!

This is the Starburst block and you’ll need to make 5.  I’m really excited how all of these blocks look together.

One more month of block making then we get to put it all together!

I’m so excited to share these with you. Courthouse Steps:

This blue block right here? It’s possibly my favorite block I’ve made. Not sure if it’s the pattern, colors or combo of both.  I just love it.

I really enjoyed making the blocks for this month. Every round you complete there is a new look to the block, it’s nice to see them come together.

You can get the free pattern here and be sure to pick up the awesome Creative Grids Log Cabin Trim ruler. It seriously makes these blocks a breeeeeeze.

I apologize for these blocks being late, it’s summertime and I’m outdoors!

April (Block 3) Pineapple:

Can you believe this was my first time making Pineapple blocks?  Holy smokes, I am in LOVE.  These are so fun and I wish I had it in me to make a king size pineapple quilt.

June (Block 5) HST:

HST blocks.  Easy and everyone has their own method of making these.  I have to admit, I’m not a big collector of quilting ‘tools’.  But I will say this: BUY THE TRIANGLES ON A ROLL.  Dang!  I’ve never had such perfect points and it was soooo easy. So easy.  Do it. (they come in many sizes)

I’m really enjoying this Bella Skill Builder Quilt Along with Fat Quarter Shop.  It’s a great sampler and I can’t wait to show you the July block!  Yes – I have it finished already 😉

I think this month is my favorite block to date!  The ease of the Quilt in Day Small Flying Geese Ruler totally rocks.

I’m the first to admit I’m not perfect.

Due to NO fault of the pattern (I had one of those days where I needed to step away from the sewing machine) my blocks are incorrect. I cut my ‘geese’ at 7″ squares rather than 7.5″ squares.  I’ll either remake these or add a strip of fabric to the length and make it work.  Sometimes those mistakes are great reminders to see in a quilt.

These are a lot of fun and I love the unique method of construction.  Youtube Tutorial is here.

The Bella Monthly Builder patterns are updated here at the Fat Quarter Shop blog. You can join in at any time!  Would love to see your blocks on Instagram – just tag me @juliehirt.