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Four Corners

Greetings to all of the blog tour visitors – thanks for stopping by.  Look for Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks from Today’s Top Designers, Collectors Edition in your local quilt shop, on newsstands after Nov. 16 or purchase from Quiltmaker.com.

I was approached at market in Pittsburgh about contributing to the issue…I thought it sounded like fun and besides, the block wasn’t due until later in the summer.  Well, summer flew by and the deadline was upon me.  My husband chuckled and shook his head.  I guess I am pretty predictable in that way and somehow am always working against a pressing deadline!

I had just finished a project using the Frosted Memories line by Holly Taylor from Moda.  I loved the soft greens, reds. creams and tans.  I had bits and pieces left from a Layer Cake pre-cut pack, so went to work with that, determined to make it work as a scrappy block.

QMMS-091033-P-CELINE-P

Here is a setting option using four Four Corners blocks – what a cute Christmas topper this would make!

QM BlockTopper 35 x 35

Four Block Topper Yardage

Sashes:  1/4 yard
4 rectangles 2- 1/2″ x 12- 1/2″

Cornerstone:  Scrap
1 square 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″.

Border/Binding: 1 yard
2 strips 4-1/2″ x 26-1/2″ for sides
2 strips 4-1/2″ x 35″ for top/bottom
4 strips 2-1/4″ x width of fabric for binding

The 100 Blocks magazine has setting options for larger sizes as well.  This is an issue worth having!

Prize drawing! Before you continue on, be sure to visit our website and be sure to leave a comment on this post and you will be entered in a drawing to win a copy of Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks from Today’s Top Designers. The winner will be posted here on Thursday morning!

Follow the 100 Blocks Blog Tour daily Nov. 9-13 at quiltmaker.com/quilty pleasures for inspiration, ideas and giveaways galore!

This entry was posted on Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at 12:00 AM and is filed under Blog Hop, Free Pattern, Quiltmaker Magazine. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

98 Responses to “Four Corners”

  1. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:49 AM
    Lynn S. said:

    Congratulations on being featured in the 100 design issue! I enjoyed your blog and website!

  2. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:49 AM
    Brenda said:

    I love the table topper. I can’t wait to make your block. Hoping that I will win the magazine.

  3. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:10 AM
    Lin Strticker said:

    Love the block

  4. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:15 AM
    Sarah Vee said:

    I really like your table topper setting. Congrats on being in the magazine. Thanks for the chance to win a copy!

  5. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:20 AM
    Mary Jo Baird said:

    I love your table topper setting! What a great idea for a Christmas present! Thank you!

  6. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:38 AM
    Robyn Brown said:

    Thanks for a chance to win!

  7. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:54 AM
    Amy C said:

    I love the Christmas topper idea. What a cute block! Would love to win a copy of the magazine. I think it is great that everyone joined together to offer all the giveaways. Makes it fun!

  8. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:30 AM
    Katie B said:

    I love your block!

  9. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:42 AM
    Cara said:

    Very cute! It really looks soft and lovely, but still fun and scrappy!

  10. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:48 AM
    Norma said:

    I bet this would look stunning in lots of different palettes

  11. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:54 AM
    Jane said:

    Oh Gosh, I just love it!!!

  12. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:01 AM
    Barbara said:

    Such a pretty block and the fabric you used is just great.

  13. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:09 AM
    Celine said:

    Thanks for all of the wonderful comments! I forgot to mention that the topper finishes about 35″ x 35″!
    Celine

  14. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:16 AM
    dianne said:

    what a nice table topper!like the block, too!

  15. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:19 AM
    Ruth B said:

    Cute design and I love that fabric. Now I need to find some Frosted Memories for my stash!

  16. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:26 AM
    Mindy Peterson said:

    Congratulations Celine! Love the block and the fabric choice is perfect.

  17. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:34 AM
    Debra in Ohio said:

    Love your block choice. Looks like a keeper!
    Thanks for the chance!

  18. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:35 AM
    Beth said:

    I like the block and the table topper. I can see it would be great for all seasons in a variety of fabrics.

  19. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:35 AM
    Carol from Rock Hill, SC said:

    Love the colors you used!

  20. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:38 AM
    Sally said:

    That’s a great line of fabric for your block! It’s a nice update to a traditional Christmas color palette. Thanks for being part of the fun!

  21. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:43 AM
    Pat said:

    Love the use of light and dark shades of similar colors to create depth. This is an appealing project!

  22. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:51 AM
    Cindi C said:

    I absolutely love your block. The colors that you chose are great! the table topper is perfect!

  23. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:52 AM
    Sue Hecker said:

    Celine, another winner! Congratulations on your inclusion in this publication…can’t wait to get my hands on it!

  24. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:54 AM
    Cecilia Young said:

    I really like your block, the colors are great together. I would love to win the book. Congratulations on being included in the book.

  25. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:58 AM
    Beth Schnellenberger said:

    I love your color palette and often use this in projects of my own. I’d love to be entered into the drawing for the Quiltmaker magazine.

  26. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:05 AM
    Nancy B said:

    I like it! Really looks nice!

  27. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:09 AM
    Mary Flynn said:

    What an honor to be asked to participate in such a wonderful event! Your blog is very pretty..I’ve printed out the pattern for my never ending bucket list! Thank you!!

  28. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:14 AM
    Pat C. said:

    Your block is lovely!

  29. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:18 AM
    arlette said:

    Hello!, I never tried this one before, I wish I’ll do it, if I win the book, lol, please count me in!

  30. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:40 AM
    Diane Fink said:

    Oh, I love the block. Now I will have to search for a copy of the magazine. I love block pattern books.

  31. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:45 AM
    Mary Peterson said:

    Found your web site today and really like the block you have up. I am always looking for quilting sites with Minnesota people. I am new to quilting and enjoy finding patterns that are pretty and fun to make.
    Nice Pattern.

  32. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:48 AM
    WYO Di said:

    Congrats on being 1 of 100!

    Di

  33. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:00 AM
    Lisa said:

    beautiful topper or small quilt! the colors are stunning!

  34. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:07 AM
    Sherri said:

    I love your block! And thank you so much for the table topper setting…it will be perfect!

  35. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:08 AM
    dee said:

    Beautiful as always

  36. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:10 AM
    robin (rsislandcrafts) said:

    I love how the topper says “Christmas” but doesn’t feel Christmas-y.

  37. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:11 AM
    Melissa C said:

    Love the block and the topper. I am making a log cabin wall hanging with Frosted Memories now.

  38. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:23 AM
    Kris S said:

    I love the block. You placed the red and green accents in just the right places. Beautiful.

  39. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:29 AM
    Eileen said:

    Looks like a winner!

  40. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:33 AM
    Nancy said:

    What a great block! Of course, I can’t say enough about the fabrics either. Yes, it does make a lovely topper.
    Congratulations for being in the 100.

  41. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:35 AM
    SewLindaAnn said:

    It turned out to be a beautiful block. You work so well under pressure. Thank you for the pattern as well, it was nice of you to take that time. Congratulations!

  42. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:35 AM
    Sequana said:

    You guys are SO tempting me with the samples from the zine.

  43. On November 11th, 2009 at 11:56 AM
    Jill Neely said:

    I love the block, and the fabrics!

  44. On November 11th, 2009 at 12:33 PM
    Brenda M said:

    thanks so much for the chance to win. Your website is lovely..

  45. On November 11th, 2009 at 12:47 PM
    Debbie St. Germain said:

    I love your block and see so many possibilities using different fabrics, perfect for scraps too.

    Debbie

  46. On November 11th, 2009 at 12:55 PM
    Mary on Lake Pulaski said:

    No wonder you were chosen to add a block to this book – it’s beautiful!!

  47. On November 11th, 2009 at 1:04 PM
    karen McMahon said:

    What a cute Christmas table topper!

  48. On November 11th, 2009 at 1:04 PM
    Susan G said:

    I LOVE this block. I can see it in all kidnds of fabrics and it would lok great. Thanks for showing it as a topper.

  49. On November 11th, 2009 at 1:36 PM
    debra kinkade said:

    congratulations one being selected for the book, and of course an opportunity to win this great book such excitement debra

  50. On November 11th, 2009 at 1:46 PM
    Judy in SC said:

    Thanks for the layout information. Lovely colors.

  51. On November 11th, 2009 at 2:56 PM
    Esther L said:

    Congrats on being included! I love your choice of colors.

  52. On November 11th, 2009 at 3:09 PM
    Julie said:

    I love this table topper and if it wasn’t for the renovations going on at home I would make one for Christmas. Looks like it’s on the list for 2010.

  53. On November 11th, 2009 at 3:11 PM
    Randee said:

    Congrats on being 1 in 100! I love your block and color choices. I really like the idea of the tabletopper! Gets us in the holiday spirit!

  54. On November 11th, 2009 at 3:24 PM
    MStark said:

    thank you for sharing your block with us
    this is so much fun, wandering thru the blogs

  55. On November 11th, 2009 at 3:46 PM
    Billie K said:

    Great Block!
    I love giveaways.

  56. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:04 PM
    Julie in WA said:

    I will have to go check out that Moda line, as it is so soft in its reds and greens! It looks great in the small quilt!

  57. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:10 PM
    Dj said:

    I love your block! Thanks for the chance to win.

  58. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:22 PM
    Carrie P. said:

    A beautiful block and a gorgeous quilt. Congrats on having your block published.

  59. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:23 PM
    Becky in Georgia said:

    Really like this block! The wall hanging is great. This is one project that I’d like to make. Thanks for sharing!

  60. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:26 PM
    Cindy B said:

    The block is very pretty. I love the colors.

  61. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:29 PM
    Teaquilts said:

    I love your block and that you got selected to be in the issue. Congratulations.

  62. On November 11th, 2009 at 4:43 PM
    JoAnne said:

    I love your block and what a gorgeous topper it makes! Thank you for the info for the topper.

  63. On November 11th, 2009 at 5:05 PM
    Vivian said:

    A topper or cut a circle in the center (and bind it with the same green used for the center square) for a tree skirt.

    What’s been also great about this tour is all the holiday ideas. Hope I can win the issue!

  64. On November 11th, 2009 at 5:25 PM
    Sheila C said:

    I love the table topper design!!

    Thank you for sharing your block

    Sheila

    shecarita(at)yahoo(dot)com

  65. On November 11th, 2009 at 5:28 PM
    Barbara said:

    What a great idea for a Christmas table topper! Your block is great-I want to try it with pinks, browns and white or maybe cream.

  66. On November 11th, 2009 at 5:45 PM
    Laurie said:

    What a neat block – it even looks simple enough for me!
    Laurie

  67. On November 11th, 2009 at 5:48 PM
    Betty said:

    Celine…I love the topper…perfect from that block…thanks for sharing with all of us!

  68. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:10 PM
    Kerry said:

    I love your block,and the colours you have used are georgeous. Congratulations on being included in the new book.

  69. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:21 PM
    lisa said:

    your block is wonderful! I LOVE IT!!! I so need this book to make your awesome block (how many ways can I tell you I am impressed by it?) and the many others I am fallng in love with via the hop!

  70. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:29 PM
    Debbie Rhodes said:

    we should all be so talented that we could be up against a deadline and produced such a beautiful block….. Have added your web site to my favorites.

  71. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:34 PM
    Jenny said:

    I love the block. How warm and cozy it makes me feel!

  72. On November 11th, 2009 at 6:41 PM
    Jocelyn said:

    I love this block! So pretty. Thanks for the directions.

  73. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:21 PM
    Jean Kritenbrink said:

    This is a very cute block…it would be wonderful to use up some scraps too.

  74. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:34 PM
    Nancy said:

    Love this block, especially done up in Christmas colors!

  75. On November 11th, 2009 at 7:49 PM
    arlette said:

    Love the 35 x 35 table topper, it’s medium size, it fits my table

  76. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:02 PM
    Sandy Rizzo said:

    Great Block, love all your designs.

  77. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:11 PM
    Wendy said:

    Great design with this block. Perfect Holiday gift! Thanks

  78. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:41 PM
    Karen in Breezy Point said:

    I love the block and also it looks so great with those fabrics. Thanks for the table topper instructions!

  79. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:46 PM
    pat said:

    Cute little tabletopper, I love it!

  80. On November 11th, 2009 at 8:49 PM
    Sharon said:

    Celine
    Geat block. You have to stop designing. I have so many projects now that I will never get caught up.

  81. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:02 PM
    Bridget said:

    Cute table topper and simple enough to finish in time for the holidays. Congrats on being published in the magazine.

  82. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:23 PM
    Michelle said:

    Great block, wonderful!

  83. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:31 PM
    Barb said:

    I would love to win a copy of this magazine! I just love your block and adore the Christmas table topper you have created.

  84. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:46 PM
    Nancy said:

    What lovely fabrics and beautiful block design.

  85. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:47 PM
    Joy P said:

    Congratulations on being featured in Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks.

  86. On November 11th, 2009 at 9:51 PM
    Carol said:

    I love the block in your table topper. Thank you for sharing.

  87. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:07 PM
    Carlie said:

    I like your block…it looks like it could have a lot of design possibilities.

  88. On November 11th, 2009 at 10:41 PM
    Loy said:

    Love, love this block. I would buy the book just for this one. Will be making it for sure and appreciate the layout suggestion. Thanks

  89. On November 12th, 2009 at 12:48 AM
    Bonnie said:

    please enter my name in the drawing, great block, wonderful for Christmas

  90. On November 12th, 2009 at 3:18 AM
    Trisha said:

    Love the pattern! Thanks for both the pattern and giveway!

  91. On November 12th, 2009 at 5:12 AM
    betsy said:

    Lovely. congratulations
    Please include me in the giveaway

  92. On November 12th, 2009 at 6:13 AM
    Anne D said:

    Your block is gorgeous. Congrats.I cant wait to get the book.If I don’t win one I will have to buy it!

  93. On November 12th, 2009 at 6:46 AM
    Cathy N said:

    Congrats on your great block! Would love to win!

  94. On November 12th, 2009 at 7:01 AM
    cabesh said:

    I love the block! How fabulous to be in the book!

  95. On November 12th, 2009 at 8:57 AM
    Annette said:

    Celine~~
    Congratulations on your wonderful block and being in the book— it’s beautiful and blew me away!
    Annette~~

  96. On November 12th, 2009 at 9:15 AM
    Jayne said:

    I think we just found our December project for our quilt group. Thanks for the great block!!

  97. On November 12th, 2009 at 12:55 PM
    DebbieKL said:

    Great holiday block!

  98. On November 15th, 2009 at 7:26 PM
    Margaret Ballinger said:

    What a lovely table topper and just in time for Christmas. Thanknyou so much.

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