This challenge is to draw some Log Cabin blocks. There are quite a few Log Cabin blocks ready to use in the electric Quilt block library, but although it is a traditional design, there are many variations on the size … Continue reading
It is challenge weekend again, and with each challenge I hope to encourage those with Electric Quilt to play with block designs to see what happens. Of course, modifying the block designs is only the start … playing with quilt … Continue reading
Simple … or challenging? Find a Log Cabin block in the EQ library. The block I usually use is not in the extensive collection in the EQ Library. I use a 9 inch block, with 1 inch strips (cut 1.5 … Continue reading
The monthly challenges so far have not included any instructions, as all the techniques covered so far have been well and truly covered in manuals, video lessons on the Electric Quilt site and by numerous users sharing their knowledge of … Continue reading
More examples of block modifications … and a reminder that a new challenge will be presented next weekend. Why do I modify so many blocks? So I can design something with a collection of similar blocks, so I don’t have … Continue reading
In this months challenge I said I would show you what sort of changes you can make to a block. I started playing with block designs before I got Electric Quilt 5, but I have learned a lot about the … Continue reading
Challenge 4 This month the challenge is tackling two skills. Saving Blocks to the Library EQ and Accurate Applique Challenge 4 Part 1 The first is to start learning to save block designs in My Favourite Libraries. Instructions for using … Continue reading
How many ways are there to place colours and contrasts in a block? If there are only four squares in the block there is a fairly limited variety. So, go to the Electric Quilt Library, Contemporary Pieced 2, Kaleidoscopes. Select … Continue reading
Time for another Virtual Quilt Challenge, and as December is upon us I thought this months challenge should have a Christmas theme. Many of the Christmas themed project files I have in my stash of virtual quilt designs are simply … Continue reading
Probably the first challenge is to find the time, but if you beat that challenge, here goes! Select a block from the Electric Quilt Library … Classic Pieced … Antique Mosaics. Add at least four seam lines, then play with … Continue reading
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