Sentimental Stitches

There's a big snowstorm coming across most of the United States which makes it the perfect time to tackle some challenging quilt blocks.

Block 69

attributed to: Mary Deacon / 1841

You'll want to piece your little Dresden Plate before appliqueing it to the background square. This is a sweet blocks!

Block 70

attributed to: M A Buzby 1841

Use the templates to piece your ring of diamonds and then applique to the background square.

Block 71

attributed to: William Deacon

There's a full size block illustration if you want to make templates to machine or hand piece the block. A foundation pattern is also included for this block.

Block 72

attributed to: Wm C Snyder / April 1842

This block is going to be a challenge. There's a full size drawing for you to make templates. Take your time and I'd recommend piecing this one by hand and then applique the pieced circle to the background square.

Ella Maria Deacon Quilt - Month 18

It's a new year and we're going to be finishing up the Ella Maria Deacon Quilt during this year. Today I have four more blocks for you.

Block 65

Attributed to: Abigail S Coles / N Jersey

This block is interesting with it's angular ribbons. I'm not used to seeing them with squared off corners.

Block 66

Attributed to: S.W.Coles

There's a lot going on in this block and it was fun to draft. I think you'll enjoy working on it.

Block 67

Attributed to: 4 Mo 14th 1842 / Richard Buzby

This one is a simple, classic block!

Block 68

Attributed to: Elizabeth B Deacon / 1842

Isn't this a fun block? The flowers will be a joy to stitch. The rounds stars in the corners.................not so much. Take your time. This simple block is worth the effort.

Ella Maria Deacon Quilt - Month 17