Step 9 of Mystery Quilt 2025 I bet you are ready for Step 9 of the Mystery Quilt! We are finally starting to see some results. It is fun to see everything come I hope you’re ready—because it’s time for Step 9 of the Mystery Quilt! Can you believe how far we’ve come? It’s so exciting to finally see all the pieces starting to come together into something beautiful. Every step brings us closer to…
Step 8 of the Mystery Quilt 2025 Are you ready to dive into Block #2 of the Mystery Quilt? Each step brings us closer to the final masterpiece, and I can’t wait to see how yours is coming together! As you work on this block, my biggest tip is to double-check the orientation of each individual unit before sewing them together. Even a small misplacement can change the entire look of the design. Take your…
Step 7: Mystery Quilt 2025 It’s finally time to put together a block for this Mystery Quilt! Since I’m a visual person, I always begin by laying out my pieces to match the picture. This method works wonderfully—unless, of course, you get distracted (which I may or may not have done a time or two). But hey, it’s all about playing to your strengths, right? Block 1 Layout Let’s dive in! I start by stacking…
Step Six for Mystery Quilt 2025 Step Six of the Mystery Quilt is here! Now that I’m back in town, we can get back on track to stay on schedule. It was a nice break to escape the snow and cold for a while and enjoy the sun and warmth of the Caribbean. Mystery Quilt 25-Piece Block This step can be approached in various ways, so feel free to get creative with your block. The…
Step 5 Installment – Mystery Quilt 2025 Hello Quilters! Here is Mystery Quilt, step 5, another quick and easy step. (The bonus is that you get this installment ahead of time due to other commitments. Hopefully ,I will be back on schedule once I get back.) You will work with rectangles and a square to create 2 or 3 “rail” units. We are getting closer to the point of putting the different blocks together. Right…
Mystery Quilt 2025 – Step 4 Square in a Square (SIAS) This installment of the mystery quilt highlights the Square in a Square (SIAS) unit. It’s a quick and easy step that shouldn’t take long to complete. Once you’ve finished, be sure to label your units for easy reference later. Let’s Get Started on this Step of the Mystery Quilt This week, you’ll work with squares of two sizes and three colors. It’s a straightforward…
Step Three – Mystery Quilt 2025 Welcome to Step Three of the Mystery Quilt! Before diving in, take a moment to read through the directions a couple of times before you begin. This step will guide you through creating several combinations of Quarter Square Triangles (QSTs), so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the process before you start. A Note on Labeling I’ve received questions about labeling, so let me clarify. I find…
Sew day? No, Sew Weekend! This weekend has been a combination of sewing and spring cleaning, even though we have a lot of time before the warm spring weather. I spent some time with the grandkids this week, and, of course, they both came down with colds. So, I’ve been doing some deep cleaning to clear out any lingering germs. It’s that time of year when the little ones share, and I really don’t want…
Step Two – Mystery Quilt 2025 Time for step 2 of the Mystery Quilt. This step has a few different units, but they are easy to make. I look forward to seeing your fabric choices as you work through this step. As you can see below, you will be working with two different squares. Pay close attention to the labels in the directions. Creating A Little Bit of This and That In this step, you…
Tips for Choosing Fabrics for a Mystery Quilt Choosing fabrics for a mystery quilt can be one of the most exciting and challenging parts of the process. Since you won’t know the final design until you’re well into the project, here are some tips to help you select fabrics that will give you a beautiful outcome while keeping the fun and mystery alive: 1. Follow the Mystery Quilt Pattern Guidelines 2. Choose a Color Scheme…