Moving On

Several times within the articles I’ve written for Lanetta’s Creations, I’ve offered links to various community and national services projects I found, and support their missions, their purpose. For well over a year now, I have been actively involved with a specific non-profit organization because I supported (and still support) its mission: “to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.” I’ve made and awarded several Quilts of Valor® over the past year. A separate blog shares my journey, albeit short under the umbrella of this organization.

It’s with a heavy heart that in January 2015, the powers-that-be will put in place a set of new policies and procedures toward a direction I cannot fully support without further information. Enough said on that. I will add, however, that fortunately they do not have a registered trademark on creating and presenting quilts for our veterans!

Many other non-profit organizations and simple gatherings of like-minded people are creating quilts across the nation that honor our veterans and service members!

Of course, a new ~ closed ~ Facebook group has started! If you want a place to gather for support and encouragement while creating quilts for our veterans, and other fabulous community and national service projects, feel free to join our Facebook group, Lone Star of Texas Quilts for Others!

Lone Star of Texas Quilts for Others is a place for like-minded folks to gather while creating quilts for others! As we journey through National and Community based service endeavors, we offer support and encouragement to one another.

And, a new blog is in the works! The Lone Star of Texas Quilts for Others will be the place I’ll share pictures, the journey, and events for those that “Honor Your Years of Service” quilts and beyond!

Our 2nd gathering = a fabulous start!

The ladies and I, in the Lampasas County Chapter of Lone Star of Texas Quilts for Others, are in the process of creating 30 quilts for our Lometa American Legion Post 116. Once presented, LCC will move on to cover the members of Post 277 in Lampasas. Beyond that, who knows! I know Lampasas County has many more veterans that do not belong to an American Legion post!

As of today, I’ve changed the non-profit organization that benefits from the following websites I frequently use:

Goodsearch.com (instead of Google or Bing etc)

smile.amazon.com (instead of simply Amazon)

I hope you will select a non-profit that you can support and use these simple tools to help fund their operational expenses.

It's that time again!

Sewists across the United States celebrate the art of sewing year round, but especially during the month of September! It’s all because President Reagan proclaimed it as National Sewing Month! Something we already knew, but he declared: “In recognition of the importance of home sewing to our Nation.”

Presented by the Sewing & Craft Alliance, in partnership with the American Sewing Guild, the 2014’s theme is –

Sew for the Creativity of it!

Challenge yourself… unleash your creative side!

This year, as I write the daily articles celebrating National Sewing Month, my theme/focus is sewing quilt tops. By far from an expert quilter, I’m continually learning new things, especially while looking for ideas, tips, and techniques to share with you!

Since August 2013, I am a volunteer representing the Quilts of Valor Foundation. My personal focus is on creating healing quilts of comfort for our veterans touched by war. Following the lead of another QOV volunteer, I began a journal of the quilts I’ve made at Quilts of Valor by Lanetta’s Creations.

I have another dear-to-my-heart cause, Quilts for Others. This is where I’m making quilts, to give to those in need after a devastating loss such as a tornado or fire that takes everything away.

I’m continually working on quilts! 

If not physically cutting out or sewing together,

I’m thinking and planning the next one!

If you’re not into creating a quilt top ~ yet ~ many of the tips and techniques I will share may also apply to garment and craft sewing as well. But maybe – before the month is over – just maybe I will have inspired you to create your own quilt top!

For the experienced piecer, it is my hope you will discover new ways of doing things to make the process easier, more efficient, and fun!

During this series, you'll see examples from others, and my own. Whenever I create an example to share with you, it will be using variations of reds, whites, and blues ~ my favorite colors!

Until tomorrow...

All Proceeds Will Benefit –

Yes! I am having a 30% off sale in my Artfire Studio, through the end of August (use coupon code Happy at checkout). It is the last sale ever! I’m closing the shop in September. It’s not to say I’ll never do any special requests/orders for aprons or 18” doll clothes when notified via email, but the Artfire website will no longer be active.

All proceeds from sale of items currently in the shop will benefit the community project of creating Quilts of Valor (QOV). I’ve chosen to do this in service to my country. Our veterans touched by war, and our current military that have served in harms way, have given so much, it is the least I can do.

I’ve made several QOVs since last year, when I joined the Quilts of Valor Foundation’s mission. I have many more to create. If you would like, follow my journey at Quilts of Valor by Lanetta’s Creations.

Mitered Corner Border

I visited a new Facebook quilt group this morning and read their rules/regulations. I didn’t join because they won’t allow folks to include links. I did, however, scroll down the page, viewing the lovely creations others had shared. One in particular caught my eye.

The poster had created her “first” mitered corner border on her quilt (I’m not referring to the binding, but the border). It would have been lovely to immediately click a link to see the technique. Oh well. Each group has their own set of rules. If one doesn’t like it, it's great we can just move on in this vast virtual world!

I went to Google and did a search for “quilt mitered corners” on my own.

This is what I found:

Lots and lots of videos! However, I don’t have the bandwidth to view them while at the ranch, so I need written instructions!

Craftsy Quilting has a wonderful step-by-step picture tutorial!

McCall’sQuilting also has one. Scroll down the page a little bit.

At Quiltville, on the way down the page to find Mitered Borders specifically, she offers “Border Hints & Tricks!” that is so worth taking the time to read!

STITCHthis! shared an excerpt from an e-book that looks interesting in and of itself!

There are certainly more links to look at on the Google list. But, my favorite is the first one I listed from Craftsy!

I’m going to try this on my next Quilt of Valor! I now have the links for easy reference to get it done!

Have you mitered a quilt corner? Any tips you would like to offer me/us before I try it?

Math Hurts My Brain!

Several have asked how I created the recent Quilt of Valor with the Navy Military Seal/Emblem panel without using a specific pattern.

A work in progress

I tweaked various quilts seen on Pinterest to fit my mental design. After pondering for several weeks how to explain my crazy method ~ because math hurts my brain ~ I will attempt the explanation! Please feel free to ask a question, or to contact me, if something isn’t clear.

Let me begin with the caveat that each Military panel square may will measure differently. There are differences between the branches of service. I’ve done the Marine and the Army, and they both differ from the other, and now the Navy also has its own dimensions!

First, measure the “pretty” part of the panel you’re working with to get an overall size. (Write down the measurements somewhere for reference later.) You’ll notice it’s probably not square! However, once it’s all done no one will know but you!

(I usually “burn 10” when measuring something, then subtract 10. It’s just something I learned from my husband when doing construction!)

"Burning 10"

It’s difficult to see the slight (but important) difference on the vertical measurement! Bottom line, it is wider than taller.

"Burning Ten"

The largest side is what you need to work with in determining the size of blocks needed.

*How to square up/equal the panel will come later – after making the immediate surrounding blocks!

Remember I “burn” 10 inches. You’ll see in the picture above ~ from narrow red to narrow red across (of the original panel) ~ the sewn panel is 16.5” wide. So, the two blocks on each of the four panel sides must be AT LEAST – finished – 8.25” – and a bit more is a good thing!

With that in my head, because so far, my brain isn’t hurting, I knew the blocks had to be at least 8.25 inches square (finished!) and 8.5” (finished!) would be fabulous.

I saw this “sold” quilt on Ebay that I really liked. But, I’d never tried braids before.

 

However, I thought the “burst” effect radiating from the center panel in this Quilt of Valor would be stunning. After searching Pinterest I believe Moda provided the best instructions in creating the braids. In their pdf document, you’ll find the basics:

but I quickly realized their 2 ½ x 2 ½ inch beginning square wouldn’t be big enough, and that’s not what the Ebay quilt had in it’s beginning square.

Knowing I needed at least an 8.25 (finished) block, I guesstimated the beginning square should be close to half the block size - a 4” square (finished). That’s what it looks like in the picture anyway, just a tad shy of half.

Once that was settled, I went back and followed Moda’s instructions for the braiding. Again, following the picture found on Ebay, three braids per side of burst – total 6 different colors used per block.

Uh Oh.

I’ve got a corner triangle thingy to figure out…

I took a scrap of fabric (leftovers from a previous quilt backing) and cut it into a square way bigger (eye-balled) than needed. I cut that square into two triangles. I baste-stitched the triangles on each side of the braid, pressed as usual, then squared up the block to be at least 8.50 (finished 8.25) or 9.00 (finished 8.50).

And now wait for it … this is the magical “formula” … rip out the basting stitches, removing the triangles from the braids, and carefully press flat as not to stretch the bias. Measure your triangle to determine what size of square you need to make the “real” triangles! Tah Dah!

My head still doesn’t hurt!

*After you have four pairs of “bursts” made and starched/pressed very well/flat (one set for each side of the panel), it’s time to figure out what to add to the panel to make it match.

This Navy panel was itty bitty wider than taller. Yet it must be square to make the blocks work properly!

You’ll notice at the top of the panel I used a tan “border” a touch bigger than the side “borders”. Over all, I don’t think it’s noticeable. It is what it is.

I worked the sides first, then added the top & bottom, cutting the strips a bit wider than what would be needed. For me, it’s easier to trim off a little at a time, all the way around, to match the set of star burst pairs.

Once you’ve stitched that first set of top/bottom and sides of star bursts pairs all the way around the panel, you’ll be set to finish out the quilt with the same blocks!

If all this is as clear as mud, please let me know!

Happy creating something without a pattern! ;) 

The Veteran Request Process

If you know me, or have read this blog or my Facebook posts over the past several months, you know I am creating Quilts of Valor (QOV). The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to “cover all combat service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.”

If a “boots on the ground” veteran, how do you, or a family member, or someone you know, receive a Quilt of Valor? The Veteran request process is simple. Go to their website and you will find the link located along the left side: “Request QOV”.

On the new page, click the box that reads: “Please Select Request a Quilt For”

You’ll have the options for:

     Myself

     Someone else

     Group Presentation

Complete the form, then click submit!

That’s it! The Veteran is now on the list!

We are working as fast as we can to get them all done!

Personal note: It's an amazing lifetime award to give, especially for our Vietnam Veterans, and to let them know ~ finally ~ Welcome Home!

National Sew Day

This Saturday, the First of February, is National Freedom Day. I agree with the folks over at the Quilts of Valor Foundation when they decided it would be a great day to host its first National Sew Day! Sewists around the country have pledged to work on Quilts of Valor – all day long!

Some are gathering together, combining efforts to create bunches of quilt tops in one day. Others, like me, will be working hard in their own sewing spaces. I decided time spent simply sewing rather than traveling 60 miles (one way), is better for me. I will miss the social aspect, but will make it up on another day!

I cannot express the emotions I had when presenting Quilts of Valor to three Vietnam Veterans last Sunday. The first gentlemen, I had never met before. It was my first presentation. His wife had requested the QOV through the website. “Things” fell into place for me to make the presentation.

He was overwhelmed.

USMC Gerald Cornwell

I was blessed with having the honor.

The second and third Quilts of Valor presented Sunday, I designed and created the tops, all the while knowing and praying for the Veterans who would receive the lifetime award.

US Army, Joe Stephen Kerr
Quilted by Steve Rowe

USMC James T Chiles III (with wife, Karen)
Quilted by Laura Winckel

Before the weekend, the website showed 95,756 awarded quilts.

Less than a week later, as I write this, it shows 96,607!

It’s been a busy week!

However, this number, compared to what is needed, is only a drop in the bucket.

Will you participate in National Sew Day? Make the pledge and register on their website!

Make the “10th Anniversary” block (or two or three) and send to me! I’ll combine with others and make a Quilt of Valor!!! (Email me for my address when you're done! lanettascreationstx@gmail.com )

Happy Sewing!

The Answer

Yesterday I wrote an article, asking a question regarding the quilting requirements for a QOV. I posted a link to the article on the Quilt of Valor Facebook group. It was there I received my answer, the explanation as to the “why”.

I’ve copied and pasted the conversation here, in case others – not members of the group – are interested in learning the answer. It was a great, positive discussion:

Valarie - glad you asked-I wondered also when I read this requirement "no" list.

Lynn - Can you stitch in the ditch? I might start making a few of these.

Lanetta - The "requirements" say you cannot, Lynn! That's why I'm asking WHY NOT?!!!

Valarie - I honestly don't know-I don't see why not. I've only recently joined the QOV group-prior to that Mom and I have just been making the quilts and giving them to various members of the military without any group input. I'm curious to see how your question gets answered here.

Sharon - I'm interested also. As a longarmer and a prior hand quilter, I have always felt that SID makes a quilt and it's blocks stand out more.

Jean - If your blocks are large and there is no quilting in them, the batting will shift over time and look bad. In addition to the SID, a simple X or other simple thing in the middle. Does not have to be fancy. A star works great. I think most battings recommend a maximum of 4 inches between stitched areas. Remember, these receive a little different treatment. May have to be washed on a more regular basis and may not be done gently.

Lanetta - I understand this, Jean. However, I read the "Do Not" for SID is period, i.e. must have a design of some sort rather than simply SID (which is not all that simple!).

Lanetta - Sharon, I would think the term used "domestic machine" means a home sewing machine, not a longarm machine - which would be okay.

Lanetta - Jean, this 9" block is strictly SID. According to the requirements, it's not acceptable. I'm just trying to figure out why... I really doubt any batting will shift... (this is a work in progress, quilt as you go - the end of the panel). Center square is 3".

Jo - Lanetta: Perhaps someone with more authority in the organization can answer your question more fully, but I will try as I have been making tops almost since the beginning of QOV and remember what Catherine Roberts had to say in her original writings to us. It was her desire that these quilts be "heirloom quality". I'm sure that there is a variety of opinion as to what makes a quilt heirloom quality. But as the Founder, she had certain standards and she wanted to communicate that there needed to be more intricate quilting than just SID. In the quilt world, SID is considered very utilitarian. It gets the job done if the piecing is close enough (as I see in your piecing, your top is very lovely and the quilting is close enough so that there are not huge gaps) but that is not the "look" that Catherine originally envisioned. That is why the pairing of the "topper" and the long arm partner was set up. I think she considered that the long arm quilting would be done by quilter's who had businesses and they would use patterns they were familiar with and had experience doing. In this way, the quilting would be more intricate and give the look she was envisioning. She frequently stressed the heirloom quality being of primary importance. Hope this helps some.

Lanetta - Thank you, Jo! I understand that this organization (like all) have certain rules - you either accept, or don't and move on. Understanding the why, and you've shared her original thoughts/desires that I was unaware of because I'm new to QOVF, makes sense! I didn't realize SID is considered "utilitarian" as I like the way it pops the detail. Again, thank you!

Nancy - I think it said do not only stitch in the ditch. They expect more than that. Only is the operative word

Lanetta - Well, must re-think what I can do...

Jo - A further comment and a shout out to all our long armers. I am constantly amazed by how the long arm quilting makes my piecing work into something brilliant. It is like Christmas every day I receive one of my tops back from the long arm partner and open the box. A special 'Thank you' to all our long arm quilters who make our tops 'sing'!!

Nancy - Lanetta, it looks like you have plenty of stitching to keep the batting from moving about. Maybe a star in the middle of the small square to meet requirements. I think they are concerned about those of us who may put a panel and borders around and just stitch in the ditch with less stitching than you have

Debby - As with most rules this one probably came about because in the beginning, there were people who slapped 2 pieces of fabric together and tied them with yarn, so some standards for quality had to be implemented. Or as someone else mentioned put a panel together and ran a line of stitching around it and called it good. That being said, I have received quilts back from longarmers that have been quilted in an overall medium stipple with nice spacing and even stitches and it looked just fine. It's all about quality. I also myself did a gorgeous quilt as you go pattern called fun and done. The criteria is, IMHO, is if it is lovely enough to be an award, it's fine. These are not charity quilts and getting that across to people in the beginning was a challenge.

Karen - This is an excellent question and very insightful answers. Jo gave an excellent "background" answer. I'm sure you can agree that the "DO/DON'T" list had to be brief because of space. When we started, 10 years ago, very bad, quick SID was what was popular and for most quilts, did not add a thing to the look. With the "modern" look and even over-the-top quilting, it can be very effective. If you know of some way to say "SID is OK if it is close enough, adds to the design and is actually "in the ditch" to our list, so that everyone understands, please suggest it. Most SID I have seen isn't in the ditch and looks terrible. And serpentine makes the blocks look wavy. Well done SID can be very effective. So if you can go that, please know it is acceptable. You can also ask this type of question directly to the QOVF people by writing to INFORMATION@QOVF.ORG Thanks for caring. Karen (WI state coordinator)

Karen - Lanetta, your quilt is beautiful and any veteran would be proud and honored to have it!! Some quilt tops have enough beauty on their own (like yours) without being "overwhelmed" by excessive top-stitching by a computer. And yours was made with your "heart" -- not a computer. The QOV rule was likely made for people trying to take shortcuts, and therefore does not apply to you. JMHO

Holly - I am a long armer, and SID on a long arm is really considered custom. When I quilt, I think of how to showcase the quilt to the best advantage, and some blocks, Like log cabin, really should be SID because it just makes the cabin look pristine. I can see your work is beautiful and I believe in the spirit of the instructions on the website. The finished project should be a beautiful piece and if the SID makes it that way, then personally I think that is the spirit of the instructions.

Linda - These Quilts of Valor are National Service awards, so the intent is to present beautiful quilts of honor. By finishing them with more creative quilting designs, they become quality works of art fitting for our combat warriors. For a better answer, please contact information@qovf,org

Linda - oops, typing from my little tablet's keyboard, sorry... to get better answers more quickly, contact information@qovf.org

Jacqueline - When I learned about QOV, I read the rules & requirements and decided that I could agree to them. I didn't start the organization, I'm just playing a part in it. Long Arm professionals are available so that solved an quilting issues I would have had.

Susan - I would consider Lanetta's quilting to be heirloom quality. I believed that what we were striving for was beautiful handmade quilts that demonstrated quality all around. That is what this quilt does. I love the longarmers in this community. I have received several quilts back that had much less quilting than this project demonstrates.

JoEllen - I agree with Susan your quilt is beautiful and the SID doesn't take away anything from your QOV. I know someone that received a QOV back from the long arm quilter and it was horrible and had to be taken out. Catherine wanted QOV that showed our appreciation to our military..the only thing she didn't want was tied off or rag....I don't believe anyone would not be happy with their QOV

Sandy - please continue-your work is beautiful

Sandy – Linda, I believe you need to take in the overall quality of the quilt.I have seen some quilts with with less than "creative quilting designs" but they were the best the person could do-made with love and appreciation for the veteran who will receive it. If all the quilts had to meet very high quilting standards then I am afraid mine would not meet the high standards.

Susan - Nor mine. Even though I make them to the very best of my ability.

JoEllen - And that's all we can do... From all the pictures I've seen they are all beautiful quilts... I'm not the best quilter but I try to do the best I can.

Need to Know

In my quest to make Quilts of Valor without using a volunteer long armer (because there are so few among the many piecers), I did research on the “quilt as you go” method. I decided to try it and practice on a wall hanging size quilt before tackling a full size QOV.

Pleased with the way the wall hanging is turning out,

I went back to the QOVF website, to double check the minimum/maximum QOV size requirements. While there, I noticed a “Do Not” requirement under “Quilting” …

Do Not

1.     Tie.

2.     Do only stitch in the ditch on a domestic machine or use giant meander.

3.     Do not use high-loft batting.

I get #1 and #3 … but need to understand why #2 is listed as a “Do Not”.

I really need to know. I need to know why it’s not acceptable.

What Can I Do?

Thursday I went to a meeting. While waiting for all to gather, the lady sitting next to me began sharing how she was part of a volunteer group that spent the day before helping a family displaced by a house fire. Everyone got out safely, but the fire totally destroyed the home. Long before the large emergency agencies arrived, her group saw to it the family had the basic needs – a place to stay, food, and some clothing. My heart and prayers goes out to this family. My heart swells with love knowing this group quickly took care of them.

What can I do?

I can make quilts!

In between creating Quilts of Valor for our Veterans and Wounded Warriors, I can make quilts to wrap around those facing unimaginable loss. Yes! I can help fill the trunks of first responders with quilts of all sizes and colors.

I made this quilt, then realized the size doesn't meet QOV minimum requirements.
It's tied, which is also unacceptable for a QOV. It's somewhere in my sewing room.
I'll take it apart and quilt it once I have a long arm machine!
Someday, it will be perfect to wrap around someone's shoulders needing a hug.
Until then....

Creating a quilt top is cutting out fabric then basic sewing with a sewing machine. It’s the quilting process that gets tricky. The process of tying a quilt is okay, but it will not last for generations. I physically cannot hand quilt, and is why I need a long arm quilting machine.

Folks experienced with long arm quilting machines report a queen size quilt takes maybe 8 hours to complete. Lap quilts would take much less.

Although I couldn’t be at the heartbreaking scene, a quilt would give them my hug of comfort. That’s what I can do.

Will you help me help others? Please, consider donating any amount to my funding campaign for a long arm quilting machine!

New Thanksgiving Experience

I read so many heartwarming stories and well-wishes on Facebook over the Thanksgiving holiday. It’s been wonderful to read through them all. Although several of us had a totally different from “traditional” experience, I’m grateful an abundance of gratitude resonated across my online community.

In my home, some traditions stayed the same…

Someone always takes a pinch from the rising yeast rolls!

Anyhoo…

I’m part of the Facebook group, Quilt of Valor, and over the past few days, a member shared what her family did over Thanksgiving. She said it’s a new family tradition - a "Thanksgiving Collaboration" - started this year. I thought it was such an amazing project that I wanted to share with you!

Three generations contributed to the endeavor. They made the quilt blocks, then they assembled the top, sewed it together, created the border, and then she loaded it in her longarm quilting machine! One of her last entries stated the quilt was DONE (meaning QUILTED) before “time to get the dinner on the table.”

Thank you, Lori K. (Washington), for letting me share your pictures!

“We” – Momma & me, with my husband "supervising" – worked on the border for one of the three quilts Gail and I assembled from the blocks created by Lori and Dona (sent from California). It's one quilt from the "Just One Block" Community QOV project. We had a grand time while creating a new Thanksgiving experience.

Next year, I will have a longarm quilting machine and Momma will see a quilt TOTALLY finished while she’s here visiting over Thanksgiving!

Have you wondered?

Steps toward making one QOV:

1. Purchase fabric for top, backing, and batting
2. Pre-wash/dry/press fabric
3. Cut out
4. Sew pieces together making blocks
5. Assemble blocks, attach border
6. Load into quilting machine
7. Quilt
8. Bind
9.  Label
10. Wash/dry finished quilt
11. Create presentation case to hold the quilt (a pillowcase)
12.  Have quilt blessed during church service
13. *Present Veteran with quilt

One week worth of work, that’s it, to do #1-12.

At least 52 quilts per year!!! And, that’s only if I made the quilt top myself! If others make them and send them me to quilt, I could do so many more in one week/month/year! How wonderful would that be!?!?!

*Number 13 may be a few weeks, or a specific future time with multiple finished quilts when many Veterans receive quilts at once, like during an American Legion special event, or to answer a call-out. For example, my Region 4 coordinator needs 50 quilts before February 1-2, 2014, for presentation to Naval Reservists Returning, RWW Honor Banquet in Austin.

Without having a quilting machine, the minimum time to create a quilt from start to finish is 30 days. That’s only 12 per year, if I’m lucky!

This is why I started the funding campaign to help finance the long arm quilting machine…will you donate a dollar?

Thank you!

QOV Community Update!

Head over to the So Sew Etc blog and read about our Community QOV Project! I'm so excited! You will be, too!

Quilt blocks created and provided by Lori & Dona from Auburn, California!

Just One Block

UPDATE: Thank you all for participating in this endeavor! I'm in the process of assembling the fourth and final quilt top for this project!

I listed first the Quilts of Valor Foundation in my Community Service article back in September. Yesterday, while working on a scrappy quilt for the QOV National Service project, a light bulb went off...  actually several went off (with the help of a friend!). But, for now, I want to share, and ask of you… will you make just one block for a QOV?

Maybe you want to help, and say “Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and valor,” but don’t have the time to create and piece together an entire quilt. Maybe you can do just one block in a matter of minutes, then mail it to me!

There is an urgent call-out for more QOV since the Nightly News did a piece on this fabulous endeavor last Monday (10/21/2013).

I will collect the blocks, put them together, and get it quilted & finished according to their specifications. I will share pictures of the finished project with everyone!

What I need in just one block (based in part on their requirements):

š                  Use PRE WASHED high quality 100% cotton quilting weight fabric appropriate for an adult.

                              Do not use sheets (bedding), thin, stiff, metallic or scratchy fabric.

š    9.5” x 9.5” block – in any design you would like to create using RED WHITE AND BLUE colors!

  š  As customary in quilt making, a ¼” seam allowance is used.

Need ideas for a block? I did a google search and found quite a few “free quiltpatterns” !!!

Please consider helping me get another quilt together by making just one block!

Thanking you in advance! Send me an email when you need my address!