Can I just have your blocks?? they're lovely!

Hi Everyone....I don't believe this block is any more challenging than the January Ohio Star.... I'm no block making pro, but I've made a half dozen of these blocks (different color scheme)...and they go together very nicely!

Linda's color scheme is perfect for this block!!! Wished I'd thought of it...these will make a beautiful quilt.

I'm looking forward to making more over the weekend and seeing everyone's color combinations over the month.

Jen...you could win the blocks if you want to join in the lotto this month! Send in a few...

V.

:( I never win anything. LOL

Got a lot on my plate this month (what's new?) and can't commit to making any...

Jen, it only take one to get your name in the drawing! Give it a try!

If I can get the machine set up, I'll do at least one this month.

I wasn't sure I was going to be able to participate this month, but I got one done. Yay!

Lois.. That looks great! I need to get mine started today.
V.

This is a really pretty block and it actually worked up pretty well for me. I have a question, however...wondering if I did something wrong? It seems that the block usually measures 12.5", but mine only measures 12. I was really careful in cutting and sewing...my seams are the scant 1/4" ...wondering if I should continue? I have one done and more cut and ready to sew. :/

Go for it Beth! Without seeing the block it hard to say, but i've had the same experience ... So go for it, don't quit now! ! !
V.

Beth, This can be conquered!!! As V said, 'Don't quit now!!!'

Try measuring each unit before sewing them together to see that they square up to 4 1/2". After sewing them all together for the block, measure the center row down and across....it should measure 4" and the outer rows should measure 4 1/4" ....... After measuring, you'll know where to make your adjustments. It took me awhile to figure out if I measure, measure, measure, it usually comes out right. :-)

SharonG/FL

Hi...anyone participating in the August lotto and "the Challenge", feel free to mail your challenge quilt along with your lotto blocks...I'm driving to the retreat, so I'm happy to deliver your challenge to the retreat. Also...you have some extra time for the August blocks...I'll do the drawing at the retreat - that's gives everyone a few extra days!

Sorry I didn't offer quilt delivery earlier...didn't think about it...was too caught up in deciding on my challenge!...thanks heavens it's just about done...done...done... <:-0gt;V.

Will be mailing three blocks.

Beth, your blocks look great! So happy you stayed with it...can't wait to see 'em in person.
V.

Pretty ones, Beth.

Valarie, I have one....in lavender/purple. I plan to send it to Beverly and she will give it to you at retreat.

SharonG/FL

Here's my two for august...,although the picture on one of the blocks is off...it shows the corners to be a royal blue which they are not, the actual color is purple that blends with the other colors in the block...oh well, not sure why that happens.....

Lots of time to get those August blocks made and mailed...We need at least 2 more for an even dozen...anyone else out there considering ??.. It could be your lucky month to win...!!!

Posted three blocks this morning. Pinks!! *laffin* nobody uses pinks!

Hi Beth, Your pink blocks arrived today and they look great...will be taking all to the retreat and let someone pick the winning name!
V.