Quilt Block of the Month: April Showers

💦The April Showers Quilt Block of the Month series involves creating a specialty block with an umbrella design.

🧵In this series, we will be quilting as we go and ragging the quilt, adding texture and dimension to the finished project.

🌧️The blocks are designed to be sewn in a specific order, with attention to matching colors and fabrics for a cohesive look.

🌸Feel free to personalize your blocks by choosing different fabrics or adding extra embellishments, such as fussy-cut designs.

🎨Don't be afraid to get creative with your design choices, as long as you adhere to the general guidelines and sizes provided.

What is the Quilt Block of the Month series about?

—The Quilt Block of the Month series involves creating a new quilt block every month, with a specific theme. In this series, we will be making the April Showers block with an umbrella design.

What is quilting as we go?

—Quilting as we go is a technique where you piece together and quilt each block separately, instead of quilting the whole quilt top at once. This allows for easier handling and customization.

What is ragging the quilt?

—Ragging the quilt is a technique where you snip the seam allowances of the quilt blocks, creating a frayed or ragged edge. This adds texture and a unique look to the finished quilt.

Can I use different fabrics for the blocks?

—Yes, feel free to choose different fabrics for each block to personalize your quilt. Just make sure to follow the general guidelines and sizes provided for each block.

Can I add extra embellishments to the blocks?

—Absolutely! You can add extra embellishments, such as fussy-cut designs or appliques, to make your blocks unique. Just make sure they fit within the general size and layout of the block.

00:00Introduction to the April Showers Quilt Block of the Month series, which involves creating a specialty block with an umbrella design.

01:21Explanation of the quilting-as-we-go and ragging techniques used in the series, which add texture and dimension to the finished quilt.

02:57Tips for personalizing the blocks, such as choosing different fabrics or adding extra embellishments.

05:10Sizes and measurements for each block of the series, including the specialty umbrella block.

09:24Considerations for matching colors and fabrics in the series, as well as designing the blocks to fit together cohesively.