Winter 2016 Issue of BLOCK Magazine

By now we hope you’ve had a chance to read the latest issue of BLOCK magazine. Isn’t it beautiful? It’s full of ideas and wonderful stories. Are you feeling inspired to make something new? Keep sharing your projects with us using #makesomethingtoday on social media. We think you’re sew amazing!

To help you get you started on your favorite new project, we’ve put together everything you’ll need to see your ideas come to life! Click HERE to find the perfect fabrics, all the necessary templates and supplies, Jenny’s tutorials from YouTube, and even links for machine quilting. After all, what’s the fun of an idea book if those ideas never become reality? We know you’ve got it in you! You’re a quilting champion!

Pssst… The second issue of ModBlock is fresh off the press and we’re so excited! We think you’ll love the innovative ideas and inspiring projects! They’re for everyone, whether you consider yourself a modern quilter or if you just want to try something new. This is a special edition of BLOCK and is not included in your regular BLOCK Subscription, but it’s a great addition to any order! Grab your very own copy HERE and start quilting outside the box!

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New Friday Tutorial: The Strips and Four Patches Quilt

MSQC New Tutorial on the Blog!

Make a Strips Four Patches Quilt with Jenny Doan and her Free Video Tutorial

Sometimes simple things are the most beautiful: Catching a lacy snowflake on your tongue. The first scoop from a freshly opened jar of peanut butter. That magical moment at the end of the day when you can finally trade your jeans for your favorite stretchy pants (Hooray for elastic waistbands!)

Yep, I’m a big fan of the simple joys in life. That’s why I’m loving this week’s new quilt tutorial. Strips and Four Patches is uncomplicated and gorgeous – what more can you ask for?! (And if you’re looking for a quick lesson on chain piecing and assembly line quilting, Jenny will demonstrate a few tricks to speed up your quilt production!)

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Click on the button to watch the tutorial and shop for supplies to make your own version of this quilt!

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Motivational Monday Part 4

Motivational Monday on the MSQC Blog
Quilts Happen One Stitch at a Time! Free Downloadable Printable
Click on the Image to Download the Free PDF Printable!

It’s the last week of National Quilting Month but that doesn’t mean we want all the quilting motivation to end! On this Motivational Monday, we hope you always remember that quilts happen one stitch at a time. When the process seems long, difficult and time consuming, remember that every stitch counts. Each and every stitch is a stitch of love for someone to wrap up in and when all those stitches come together, the end result is beautiful! <3

Click on the image above to download this Free PDF Printable and hang it in your sewing space as a reminder that every stitch counts.

Find the other Motivational Monday Free Printables HERE. Happy Quilting!

 

New Friday Tutorial: The Wallflower Quilt

MSQC New Tutorial on the Blog!

Make this adorable Wallflower Quilt with Jenny Doan in her free video tutorial!

Quilts tend to bring out the nostalgia in folks. And it’s no wonder; there’s nothing quite as cozy as a well-loved quilt that is worn to a perfect softness, smells like heaven, and holds a lifetime of memories.

This week’s tutorial, The Wallflower Quilt, is a tribute to a very special quilt that belonged to Jenny’s daughter-in-law, Misty. Be sure to have a box of tissues close at hand! After all, quilts are love!

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Here’s what you need to make this quilt. Click on the diagram to download a printable PDF.

Make the Wallflower Quilt!
Click on the image to download a printable PDF.

Click on the button to watch the tutorial and get all the supplies you need to make your own wallflower quilt!

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Introducing ModBLOCK (Vol. 2)

ModBLOCK Volume 2!

If you’re a Missouri Star fan, then you’ve probably heard of our wonderful bi-monthly magazine, called BLOCK. It features 10 patterns with beautiful photos, tons of inspiration and no ads! This isn’t your typical magazine that you recycle once the next issue comes out. It’s more of an idea/pattern book for the price of a magazine! That sounds like a winning combination, right? Get the newest issue, Winter Volume 3 Issue 1, HERE.

For the second time, we have released a special edition of BLOCK Magazine called ModBLOCK. It’s a little bit different, but mostly the same. Here’s the scoop on our brand new Volume 2!

Check out ModBLOCK, the best magazine for Modern Quilters, for just $5.99!

The theme for this issue is Form and Function. There is a wonderful article written by our very own Nichole Spravzoff, which discusses the important place quilting has had in our hearts throughout history. She says, “Quilts are personal, functional, and most of all beautiful.” We completely agree!

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Just like BLOCK, ModBLOCK offers 10 quilt patterns with detailed instructions, supply lists, and step by step photos to help with your piecing.

Check out the Sashed Hexagon Quilt in ModBlock Magazine!

In this issue of ModBLOCK, we have wonderful Contributors who create the quilts and articles in the magazine. These are people who are known and respected in the quilting industry, who we have just loved working with as we collaborated to create this special issue.

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Flip through this special issue and be be inspired by the colors, prints and patterns each designer used. Learn about the latest trends and let them speak to your creative side! This Slice-a-Block Quilt was created by Rob Appell, the amazing quilter and host of Man Sewing!

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This little bit of insight shows off Chris Thompson‘s Modern Courthouse Quilt!

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You can preview all of the projects featured in ModBLOCK HERE. Since this is a special edition issue, it’s not included in your regular BLOCK Subscription. Be sure to grab your copy of ModBLOCK Vol. 2 HERE and join the modern movement!

Check out ModBLOCK, the best magazine for Modern Quilters, for just $5.99!