Owl Tree Block
my design for
the June ~ Block 5 for the
The background of this block is pieced.
I drew this layout of the block on EQ but
I used graft paper, pencil and my own measurements for design and cutting.
The owl is the main component of the applique pieces.
There are several smaller appliques, including a snail,
that are optional and may be added.
Most of these appliques were handdrawn by me ...
... and my furry helper ...
"the old-fashioned way,"
with paper , pen and light box.
The snail was drawn on EQ,
as my applique efforts are entering the computer age.
This block measures 12 and 1/2 inches wide by 24 and 1/2 inches high.
It is designed to be placed in the June position
of this master layoutof this mystery quilt.
I am also designing the November block.
The background of the June block will transition
into the reverse L-shape of the November block.
You may wish to plan your background fabrics accordingly.
I have also designed an optional
Bonus Block for this month
and it will be released on June 15th.
You may find the pattern for my
This file may also be
Downloaded Here in Google Docs
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See Amy's Owl ("Friends")Tree Block
and add your block to this month's
Wild Block Party Page @ Sew Incredibly Crazy
Visit my other design team friends for their version of this block:
Carol @ Just Let Me Quilt
who added an adorable knothole critter to here tree.
Joan @ MooseStash Quilting
who used beautiful batiks for her block.
Carla @ Creatin' in the Sticks
who carved her initials in her tree!
I hope you enjoy making this block s much as I enjoyed designing it
for this wild and wonderful Block of the Month!
Looking forward to seeing your version of this block!
9 comments:
Just so cute. Thanks for sharing.
What a cute block Pat. You did a good job with your drawing!
I love your OWL!! You do an awesome job! thanks.
I love this block Pat. Thank you so much.
Great block. Love the owl.
Great design, Pat. The owl is so cute.
Whooooo...doesn't love this block! Thanks Pat for a perfect addition to our "Wild Life"!
Great block!
Thanks so much for this great block! Of course, I'm using the snail!
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