RBDNotSoBasic...Candy Stripe
It’s Christmas Eve!
While running here and there and everywhere, I created another fun FPP template for you!
For my next #RBDNotSoBasic project, I designed this beginner friendly foundation paper pieced block to celebrate obsession for candy canes and those magical stripes!
Once white in color and believed to represent a shepherd’s hook, the candy cane has certainly evolved. Adding those iconic peppermint stripes begin around the 20th century and today you can find all sorts of new flavors including sour, chocolate, and even bacon. Yes, you read that correctly, bacon!
From Christmas ornaments to gift decorations and everything in between, I can’t remember a Christmas without them. I made candy cane reindeers one year. Googly eyes and brown pipe cleaners—so cute y’all!
Well, now you can make a FPP quilt block to celebrate those glorious stripes! And guess what, this block is super versatile—imagine it in black and white!
The Riley Blake Design’s basics I picked to highlight in this project include:
Confetti Cottons
Shabby
Gunny Sack
This block is scrap friendly but works with fat quarters as well. It can stand alone or in multiples, like in this adorable table runner. There’s sashing built into the block design, how rad is that?
If you’re new to foundation paper piecing or FPP, don’t worry. There are some amazing tutorials online. Do a quick search and find a method that works best for you!
You’ll need to make 6 Candy Stripe blocks for the table runner. You can purchase the pattern here.
You also need to cut the following from background fabric:
Cut 2 (2 1/2’’x 12 1/2’’ rectangles)
Cut 2 (2 1/2’’ x 22’’ rectangles)
You’ll also need a 20’’ x 26’’ piece of batting and a 20’’ x 26’’ backing rectangle.
After making the 6 blocks, you’ll need to sew the following:
With a layout you prefer, sew the 6 blocks together.
Press seams towards the sashing.
Sew a 2 1/2’’ x 12 1/2” rectangle to the left and right of the block section.
Press seams towards the background fabric.
Sew a 2 1/2 x 22’’ rectangle to the top and bottom of the block section.
Press seams towards the background fabric.
Quilt and bind as desired.
Finished size is 16’’ x 22’’
I can’t wait to see your Candy Stripe blocks and project.
Tag me in your photos and follow the #rbdnotsobasic hashtag to see more awesome projects.
cut, sew, repeat…
the tattooed quilter
RBDNotSoBasic...Rainbow Trees
Merry, almost Christmas Eve!
Remember those adorable Rainbow Trees I made earlier this holiday season? So cute, right?
Well, for my latest #RBDNotSoBasic project, I designed this beginner friendly foundation paper pieced block to celebrate the cuteness! And you know what? You can create a solid color forest of trees or use a mix of colors to create a rainbow forest of trees.
The Riley Blake Design’s basics I picked to highlight in this project include:
Confetti Cottons
Shades
Kisses
This block is scrap friendly but works with fat quarters as well. It can stand alone or in multiples, like in this adorable mini quilt. Add a little sashing and the possibilities are endless!
If you’re new to foundation paper piecing or FPP, don’t worry. There are some amazing tutorials online. Do a quick search and find a method that works best for you!
You’ll need to make 6 Rainbow Trees blocks for the mini quilt. You can purchase the pattern here.
You also need to cut the following from background fabric:
Cut 4 (2 1/2’’x 8 1/2’’ rectangles)
Cut 3 (2 1/2’’ x 16 1/2’’ rectangles)
Cut 2 (2 1/2’’ x 22’’ rectangles)
You’ll also need a 26’’ x 24’’ piece of batting and a 26’’ x 24’’ backing rectangle.
After making the 6 blocks, you’ll need to sew the following:
Sew the 2 1/2’’ x 8 1/2’’ rectangles between the blocks.
Press seams towards the background fabric.
Sew a 2 1/2’’ x 16 1/2” rectangle to the top, middle, and bottom of the block sections.
Press seams towards the background fabric.
Sew a 2 1/2 x 22’’ rectangle to the left and right of the block section.
Press seams towards the background fabric.
Quilt and bind as desired.
Finished size is 22’’ x 20’’
I can’t wait to see your Rainbow Trees blocks and project.
Tag me in your photos and follow the #rbdnotsobasic hashtag to see more awesome projects.
cut, sew, repeat…
the tattooed quilter
Little Christmas Sew-A-Long...
Christmas is next week!
Next week!
Eeeeeep!
Yay!
Amber from Alder Wood Studio invited me to join her for her Little Christmas Sew-A-Long. The sew-a-long started at the beginning of December. Each week a designer shares his/her project. So fun!
If you’re not following Amber on Instagram, you’re missing out. Her Instagram feed is full of beautiful inspiration. She’s also the founder of Monthly Modern Makes, a subscription box that sends you a mini quilt project each month. You can add on a pillow or hand quilting kit to each month. How cool is that?
My project features foundation paper piecing. And guess what? It only takes about an hour to make! That’s perfect, especially if you’re looking for a last minute holiday project or gift.
Here’s what you’ll need to make your own:
Tree Lot Foundation Paper Piece Template (click on the button below)
Fabric
Felt
4’’ Embroidery Hoop
Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Fabric Safe Pen or Pencil
Ribbon for Bow/Hanger
Scrap Faux Garland Twigs
Button for Bow
Miscellaneous Sewing Supplies
Here’s the simple instructions for making your own:
Trace the embroidery hoop on a piece of felt.
Following the line, cut out the felt circle and set aside.
Make the Tree Lot FPP block.
Remove the paper from the back of the block.
Center and insert the block into the embroidery hoop. Tighten.
Trim the excess fabric from the back of the embroidery hoop.
With the glue gun, apply the felt circle on the back of the embroidery hoop.
Using ribbon, a button, and faux garland twigs, decorate to the top of the embroidery hoop.
How cute, right? I couldn’t help but make two. Which one is your favorite?
I used Riley Blake Designs Shades and Hashtag, two of my go-to basics!
Head over to #littlechristmassewalong to see more projects! Oh, and the Tree Lot FPP Template is perfect for other little projects too. Sew four together for a mini quilt or add some quilting and bind for a mug rug.
cut, sew, repeat..
the tattooed quilter