Quilt Therapy

Star Power: Spokane Star Quilt Block & Spokane Star Variation Quilt Block

Posted on June 5, 2023 by TK HarrisonMay 20, 2023

Spokane Star Quilt Block

Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

Gold: Cut FOUR (4) 2 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These are flanked by the results of the Red 3 1/4″ squares which will create EIGHT (8) Flying Geese.)
Red: Cut ONE (1) 3 3/8″ square. (This is the center of this quilt block. It’s paired with the White 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Red: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles. (These are paired on ONE (1) end with the results of the Red 3 1/4″ square. They’re also paired on TWO (2) sides with the results of the White 3 7/8″ squares.)
Red: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles are paired on ONE (1) side with the results of the Red 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles. They’re also paired on the other TWO (2) sides with the White 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Red: Cut TWO (2) 3 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These triangles are paired on TWO (2) sides with the White 2 1/2″ squares in the corners of this quilt block. They’re also paired with the Gold/Red Flying Geese.)
Red: Cut FOUR (4) 3 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These triangles will flank the results of the Gold 2 7/8″ squares which will create EIGHT (8) Flying Geese.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block. They’re paired with the results of the Red 3 1/4″ squares.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles. (These are paired on TWO (2) sides by the results of the Red 3 1/4″ squares. They’re also paired on ONE (1) other side with the Red 3 3/8″ square in the center of this quilt block. In addition they’re paired on another ONE (1) side with the Gold/Red Flying Geese.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These triangles are paired with the Red 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles.)

Spokane Star Quilt Block Diagram

Spokane Star Quilt

Sew TWELVE (12) “Spokane Star Quilt Blocks” to end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished & 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

Spokane Star Variation Quilt Block

Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

Gold: Cut SIX (6) 2 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These are flanked by the results of the Sea Green 3 1/4″ squares which will create EIGHT (8) Flying Geese.)
Sea Green: Cut ONE (1) 3 3/8″ square. (This is the center of this quilt block. It’s paired with the White 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Sea Green: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles. (These are paired on ONE (1) end with the results of the Sea Green 3 1/4″ square. They’re also paired on TWO (2) sides with the results of the White 3 7/8″ squares.)
Sea Green: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles are paired on ONE (1) side with the results of the Sea Green 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles. They’re also paired on the other TWO (2) sides with the White 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Sea Green: Cut SIX (6) 3 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These triangles will flank the results of the Gold 2 7/8″ squares which will create TWELVE (12) Flying Geese.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block. They’re paired with the results of the Sea Green 3 1/4″ squares.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles. (These are paired on TWO (2) sides by the results of the Sea Green 3 1/4″ squares. They’re also paired on ONE (1) other side with the Sea Green 3 3/8″ square in the center of this quilt block. In addition they’re paired on another ONE (1) side with the Gold/Sea Green Flying Geese.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These triangles are paired with the Sea Green 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ rectangles.)

Spokane Star Variation Quilt Block Diagram

Spokane Star Variation Quilt

Sew TWELVE (12) “Spokane Star Variation Quilt Blocks” to end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished & 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

Friday Funday! Free Patriotic Quilt Patterns

Posted on June 2, 2023 by TK HarrisonMay 27, 2023

“Star Spangled Sky” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Jo and Kelli of Jo’s Country Junction from Moda Bakeshop!

“Uncle Sam’s Quilt” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Andie Johnson from Moda Bakeshop!

“Long May She Wave” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Mel from Mel’s Own Place!

“Land That I Love” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter!

“Star Trails” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Andy from A Bright Corner!

“Sparkler Quilt” is a Free Patriotic Quilt Pattern designed by Carolina Moore from Always Expect Moore!

On Cloud Nine: Feathered Quilt Block

Posted on May 31, 2023 by TK HarrisonMay 20, 2023

Feathered Quilt Block

Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

Dk. Blue: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ rectangles. (These are paired with the White
2 1/2″ square in the center of this quilt block.)
Aqua: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles will flank ONE (1) end of the Aqua 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles which will partially create FOUR (4) Flying Geese.)
Aqua: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles are paired on ONE (1) end with the Aqua 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Aqua: Cut FOUR (4) 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles. (These are paired with the Jade 1 7/8″ x
3 3/8″ rectangles. They’re also paired on ONE (1) end with the results of the Aqua 3 1/4″ square.)
Jade: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles will flank ONE (1) end of the Jade 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles which will partially create FOUR (4) Flying Geese.)
Jade: Cut ONE (1) 3 1/4″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles are paired on ONE (1) end with the Jade 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles.)
Jade: Cut FOUR (4) 1 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ rectangles. (These are paired with the Aqua 1 7/8″ x
3 3/8″ rectangles. They’re also paired on ONE (1) end with the results of the Jade 3 1/4″ square.)
White: Cut ONE (1) 2 1/2″ square. (This is the center of this quilt block. It’s paired with the FOUR (4) Dk. Blue 2 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ rectangles.)
White: Cut TWO (2) 2 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These triangles are flanked on ONE (1) side by the results of the Aqua 3 1/4″ square. They’re also flanked on ONE (1) other side by the results of the Jade 3 1/4″ square. Once sewn together they’ll create FOUR (4) Flying Geese.)
White: Cut TWO (2) 2 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles per square. (These are the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block. They’re paired with the Aqua/Jade/White Flying Geese.)
White: Cut FOUR (4) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles. (These triangles are paired on TWO (2) sides with the Dk. Blue 2 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ rectangles.)

Feathered Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Feathered Quilt Block Diagram

Feathered Quilt is a 36" x 48" Free Quilt Pattern at QuiltTherapy.com!

Feathered Quilt

Sew TWELVE (12) “Feathered Quilt Blocks” to end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished & 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

In Honor of Memorial Day: Liberty Quilt Block

Posted on May 29, 2023 by TK HarrisonMay 20, 2023

Liberty Quilt Block

Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

Blue: Cut TWO (2) 4 1/2″ squares. (These are the upper left-hand & the lower right-hand corners of this quilt block.
Blue: Cut ONE (1) 4 7/8″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles. (These triangles are paired with the results of the Red 4 7/8″ square which will create ONE (1) Quarter-Square Triangle. Once sewn together it’ll be the center of this quilt block.)
Red: Cut TWO (2) 4 1/2″ squares. (These are the upper right-hand & the lower left-hand corners of this quilt block.
Red: Cut ONE (1) 4 7/8″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. Will yield TWO (2) triangles. (These triangles are paired with the results of the Blue 4 7/8″ square which will create ONE (1) Quarter-Square Triangle. Once sewn together it’ll be the center of this quilt block.)
White: Cut THREE (3) 5 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. Will yield FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These triangles are paired on ONE (1) side with the Blue 4 1/4″ squares. Then they’re paired on ONE (1) other side with the Red 4 1/2″ squares. In addition they’re also paired on TWO (2) sides with the Blue/Red Quarter-Square Triangle in the center of this quilt block.)

Liberty Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Liberty Quilt Block Diagram

Liberty Quilt is a 36" x 48" Free Quilt Pattern at QuiltTherapy.com!

Liberty Quilt

Sew TWELVE (12) “Liberty Quilt Blocks” to end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished & 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

Friday Funday! The Disconnected Piecers Quilt Guild sewed my “Happiness is Quilting” BOM Quilt Together!

Posted on May 26, 2023 by TK HarrisonMay 28, 2023

“Happiness is Quilting”
2017 Block of the Month Quilt. An original quilt designed by TK Harrison from BOMquilts.com!

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The Disconnected Piecers Quilt Guild Inc. was formed in May 1994 by 14 original members who came together to attend the National Quilt Show in Paducah, KY. Each of the women were from different states and countries with the common love of quilts and quilting, so they named themselves the “Disconnected Piecers” based out of Port Charlotte, FL. They also intend to encourage and provide opportunity for the exchange of quilting ideas and projects for beginners on up.

Their guild has monthly meetings with programs, show and tell, door prizes & treats. They are a 501(c)3 organization and community service is a high priority! Donations include lap quilts to Tidewell Hospice,and nap quilts to the Head Start Program of Charlotte County. They have a biennial quilt show (even years), go on quilt retreats & bus trips. They also have local & national teachers for classes and workshops. They are a very friendly and diverse group of quilters! Over the years the Guild has grown to over 100 members!

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Peggy N.

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Here’s a look at the marvelous “Happiness is Quilting” BOM quilts that the Disconnected Quilt Guild members made:

: Barbara C.

: Barbara M.

: Denise L.

: Karen M.

: Karla S.

: Pat K.

: Peggy N.

: Shirley R.

: Sue F.

: Kathy P.

Pat B.

What a wonderful display of “Happiness is Quilting” BOM quilts! The Disconnected Piecers Quit Guild Inc. did a marvelous job using my free pattern! Each quilt is different & reflects the character of the individual quilter!