Hive 1 September and October blocks 😬

 

Super late with these--I've been sick but am finally feeling better and have the energy to sew again! These will be in the mail ASAP. Thank you for the patience! -Julia

Hive 1 Economy Block for Ruth

 

My printer did not want to cooperate with the FPP, so I also went the traditional piecing route. Hope this works well; going to the post office tomorrow!

--Caitlin 

Hive 1 Economy block for Ruth

 I used the tutorial for a regular economy block. I am generally not a bright color person but I love how these turned out! Might be a bright quilt in my future :) 

Will mail out Tuesday. 

Hive 1 August wonky hashtag

 

Loved this block! Going on my list for a future quilt!

Hive 1 August wonky hashtag block for Pam

 This was so fun to make!! In the mail today. 

Hive 1 July beggar block for Cindy

Sorry this one is late! It's in the mail today. 

Hive 1 July beggar's block for Cindy

 

Can't wait to see this one all finished! -Julia

Hive 1 July Beggar's Block for Cindy

 

Hi Cindy! I ended up making two blocks--the one on the right is slightly smaller (and possibly not the right color-scheme...), so I made a second one just in case. Happy sewing!

Hive 1 June Purple Log Cabin

 Late! but done! These are in the mail to you :) thank you for your patience! -Julia

Hive 1 - June log cabin block for Caitlin

 I love the color scheme you are going with!! Purple is my favorite color, so the hardest part was narrowing it down to just a few fabrics :) 

Hive 1 Tutorial for June--Log Cabin Block for Caitlin

This month’s block is the Log Cabin Block! I’m making a quilt for some friends whose favorite colors are red and purple—it’s also summer break for the kids, and my brain is being pulled in six directions, so if this tutorial is wonky, please forgive me.

I used these tutorials to help me put my block together:

https://ourlittlehandmadehome.com/log-cabin-quilt-block/ (this is the main tutorial I used)

https://patternprincess.com/how-to-make-a-perfect-log-cabin-quilt-block-tutorial/ (this tutorial has diagrams and an “add-and-trim” method for attaching the strips that I found helpful!)

 

 

Here are some fabrics from my stash for inspiration; if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

 

Fabric Requirements for a 12.5” block:

• 2” strips of purple fabric and white/cream/light grey fabric (can be scrappy/patterned/solid, please no religious/patriotic/juvenile)

• Center square: 3.5” red/reddish fabric (can be scrappy/patterned/solid, please no religious/patriotic/juvenile)

   

  

  final square with parts labeled

  For the strips:

  Light fabrics:

  a) 2” x 3.5”

  b) 2” x 5”

  e) 2” x 6.5”

  f) 2” x 8”

  i) 2” x 9.5”

  j) 2” x 11”

  
  

  Purple fabrics:

  c) 2” x 5”

  d) 2 x 6.5”

  g) 2” x 8”

  h) 2” x 9.5”

  k) 2” x 11”

  l) 2” x 12.5”

  
  

  Steps to make the log cabin block:

  1. With right-sides together, sew light strip (a) to one side of the center square using a ¼” seam. I pressed my seams away from the center, but pressing seams open is ok too! I also used the add-and trim method for some of the strips, as shown in the first picture.

  
  
   

   
  

   

   

   2. On the long edge of the now-rectangular piece, sew light strip (b) to the piece. Press seams outward or open, trimming if necessary.

   

  
  
    
  

   

   

   

   

   

   

  
  

  3. Working counter-clockwise, sew purple strip (c) to the piece. Press seams outward or open, trimming if necessary.

   

   

    

  4. Working counter-clockwise, sew purple strip (d) to the piece. Press seams outward or open. Trim if necessary. 

  

    

  Continue working counter-clockwise, adding strips in alternating order, trimming if necessary. 

  

  after sewing strip (e)

  
  

after sewing strip (f)

attaching strip (k)

 

 

 

 

 

  

After attaching strip (l), press and square up the block (if needed). It should measure 12.5" or close to it. 

 You're finished! Thank you all so much <3

Hive 1 - Neon Geese for Kelli

I love the impact of this block! Kelli, thanks for introducing it. I made my first quilt coat this year and am now planning my third!

I also included a fat quarter that perfectly matches your color scheme--I got it in a bundle years ago and have never been able to find the right project. Maybe you can use it in your lining :)

-Julia

Hive 1-May Neon Stroked Flying Geese for Kelli

 These were really cool! Thanks for giving us such a fun block to make; I love how the geese popped out at the end of assembly. I can't wait to see your new coat!

Hive 1 May - Flying Geese for Kelli

 This was a fun one to make! 

 Hive 1 May 2026 Stroked Flying Geese for Kelli

This is a great block!  I found my most neon fabric and darkest gray and put them together for you.

Hive 1 May 2026 Neon Stroked Geese for Kelli

 

This block is a fun variation on the traditional Flying Geese, and Kelli's color choices make them modern.  Thanks Kelli for sharing a fun and easy to follow tutorial.

Pam 

Hive 1 April: Yellow Squares for Julia

Right under the wire! I’m sorry these are coming to you so late in the month. I cut out all the pieces weeks ago, then promptly lost them under a big project I had to finish. These were nice and simple to piece, but fun to put together too! Thank you!

Hive 1 April 2026 blocks for Julia

These were fun to make! Hope these fit the vibe!

—Caitlin

Hive 1 April, 2026 Colorful blocks

I loved making these blocks and it has inspired me to make my own quilt based on your idea.  What a great way to use up scraps!   Jane A. 

 

 

Hive 1 March Blocks- Evil Eye Block for Leah

I am really falling behind this month! I've had this one done but keep forgetting to post and mail it. I've got it in a bubble mailer ready to go out with my postman tomorrow morning. 

Super fun and easy make, thanks!