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Posted on May 3, 2022May 1, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Marvelous Moth Block- Complimentary Block Pattern for May 2022

Things are starting to get buggy and Quilt Block Mania is ready with this month’s theme of bugs for May 2022. There are a lot of cool looking bugs with this month’s blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of May 2022, Marvelous Moth, is sure to delight bug collectors everywhere. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month. The designers thank you for your support, through your purchases, which allow us to offer these complimentary block patterns each month.

In May 2022, we are offering 20% off two digital download quilt patterns. They are South Seas Shuffle Quilt and Timberland Tumble Quilt. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 15 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- bugs. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Marvelous Moth block.

This block features an appliquéd teal and lime moth on a white background.

Here is a photo of the Marvelous Moth block made with fabrics from my stash.

The Marvelous Moth block makes a festive 44″ x 18″ table runner with 2 Marvelous Moth blocks, 1 center flower block of your choice, 1″ finished lime sashing and inner border and a 2″ finished teal outer border. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover. I also show the block as a quilt and wallhanging. Yardage for all the examples is in the pattern.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Marvelous Moth block for May, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of May 2022.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on May 3rd which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways.

Be sure to look at my last several posts, which have the details for my April project as an Island Batik Ambassador. In April, I made a memory bear from the Funky Friends Factory.

Throughout the year, there will be tutorials, blog hops, giveaway, etc. I love batiks and I am so excited to share the projects that I make throughout the coming year with you. If you like my April Project, I can’t wait to share my May project with you. It will be a project that incorporates triangle blocks in it.

Please follow me on social media so you don’t miss a thing.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Ladybug Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Snail by Appliques Quilts and More
Dragonfly by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Aragog by Inquiring Quilter
Bugs in a Jar Quilt Block by Julia of Inflorescence
Christmas Beetle by Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Bug Jar Quilt Block
Butterfly by Penny Spool Quilts
Beetle Bug by Perkins Dry Goods
Caterpillar by QuiltFabrication
Jewel Beetle by Sugar Sand Quilt Company
Bumblebee Block by BoBerry Design Co.
Arachnid at Patti’s Patchwork
Butterfly Wreath by Jessica of Blue Sky Modern Craft
Marvelous Moth by Blue Bear Quilts

Posted on March 8, 2022March 6, 2022 by Reed — 2 Comments

Quilt Block Mania-Budgie on a Branch Block- Complimentary Block Pattern for March 2022

Spring is getting ready to appear any day and Quilt Block Mania is getting ready with a theme of birds for March 2022. There are a lot of fine feathered friends with this month’s blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of March 2022, Budgie on a Branch, will warm your heart and is the perfect design to place on a pillow, table runner or wallhanging. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month. The designers thank you for your support, through your purchases, which allow us to offer these complimentary block patterns each month.

In March 2022, we are offering 20% off two digital download quilt patterns. They are Feeling Groovy Quilt and Scarborough Fair Quilt. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Both of these patterns use the fabric line that we are giving away this month. The announcement of the giveaway is explained below.

Quilt Block Mania has 16 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- birds. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Budgie on a Branch block.

This block features an appliquéd teal and lime bird sitting on a dark gray branch on a white background.

Here is a photo of the Budgie on a Branch block made with fabrics from my stash.

The Budgie on a Branch block makes a festive 31″ x 18″ table runner with 2 Budgie on a Branch blocks, 1″ dark gray sashing and inner border and a 2″ finished teal outer border. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover. I also show the block as a quilt and wallhanging. Yardage for all the examples is in the pattern.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Budgie on a Branch block for March, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of March 2022.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on March 8th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways. We are currently having a giveaway, during the month of March to celebrate National Quilting Month and the fact that we have reached over 1200 newsletter subscribers. We are so grateful for all of your support. Here is a picture of the fat quarter bundle of QT Fabric’s Brilliance line that is being given away along with a copy of the Feeling Groovy pattern. If you like this fabric, both of the patterns that we have on sale this month use this fabric line.

Be sure to look at my last post, which has the details for my February quilt project as an Island Batik Ambassador. The quilt is called Timberland Tumble and it is a row by row quilt as each row has a different block. There will be a pattern coming out in late March after the pattern testers are done testing it. The pattern for my January project called South Seas Shuffle is now available on my website.

Throughout the year, there will be tutorials, blog hops, giveaway, etc. I love batiks and I am so excited to share the projects that I make throughout the coming year with you. If you like my February Project, I can’t wait to share my March project with you. It will be a project emphasizing Aurifil thread and the city of Milan Italy.

Please follow me on social media so you don’t miss a thing.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

Bird Quilt Blocks - Quilt Block Mania — Bird Quilt Blocks – Quilt Block Mania

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Birds on a Wire by Carolina Moore
Signs of Spring by Inquiring Quilter
Cute Bird by Powered By Quilting
Flamboyance by Becca Fenstermaker
Migration by Patti’s Patchwork
Peacock Quilt Block by Appliques Quilts and More
Blue Bird by by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Chubby Chicken Block by Kaye Collins
Hummingbird Quilt Block by Julia of Inflorescence
Flying in Formation by QuiltFabrication
Birds Circling by Nancy Myers
Lorikeets by Sue Griffiths
Fly Away Home by Scrapdash
Puffin Head by Penny Spool Quilts
Birds in the Air by Perkins Dry Goods
There is always one
Budgie on a Branch by Blue Bear Quilts

Posted on February 1, 2022February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Hearts Aflutter Block- Complimentary Block Pattern for February 2022

February is a month for love with Valentine’s Day and Quilt Block Mania is thinking ahead with a theme of wedding for this month. If you have any weddings coming up, you are sure to find a great project to make with this month’s blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of February, Hearts Aflutter, is the perfect design to place in a pillow, table runner or quilt. With the chosen color scheme this month, it has a Scandinavian feel to it for me. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month. The designers thank you for your support, through your purchases, which allow us to offer these complimentary block patterns each month.

In February, we are offering 20% off two digital download quilt patterns. They are Sunbonnet Sue Calendar Quilt and Zany Zasu Quilt. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 16 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- wedding. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Hearts Aflutter block.

This block features an appliqué wreath of orange, yellow and medium teal hearts on a light teal background with dark teal leaves and a yellow circle in the center.

Here is a photo of the Hearts Aflutter block made with fabrics from my stash.

The Hearts Aflutter block makes a festive 44″ x 18″ table runner with 3 heart blocks, 1″ dark teal sashing and a 2″ finished yellow outer border. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover. I also show the block as a quilt and wallhanging. Yardage for all the examples is in the pattern.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Hearts Aflutter block for February, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of February 2022.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on February 1st which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways. We will be having one soon to celebrate over 1000 email subscribers.

Be sure to look at my last post, which has the details for my January quilt project as an Island Batik Ambassador.

Throughout the year, there will be tutorials, blog hops, giveaway, etc. I love batiks and I am so excited to share the projects that I make throughout the coming year with you. If you like my January Project, I can’t wait to share my February project with you on February 9th. It will be a row by row quilt, which is something that I have not done before.

Please follow me on social media so you don’t miss a thing.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Wedding Dress Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
With This Ring by Inquiring Quilter
Wedding cake by Powered By Quilting
Loopy Hearts by Becca Fenstermaker
Tying the Knot by Patti’s Patchwork
Car with Wedding Couple by Appliques Quilts and More
True Lover’s Knot by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Vintage Hankie Dress Quilt Block by Kaye Collins
Wedding Invitation Quilt Block by Julia of Inflorescence
Wedding Chapel by QuiltFabrication
Lucky horseshoe charm by Sue Griffiths
Apple Blossom Quilt Block by Scrapdash
Solitaire by Penny Spool Quilts
Something New by Perkins Dry Goods
Courthouse steps by Sew Joy Creations
Hearts Aflutter by Blue Bear Quilts

Posted on January 4, 2022February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Birdie Block- Complimentary Block Pattern for January 2022 and I’m an Island Batik Ambassador

Happy New Year! Quilt Block Mania is celebrating all things pets for January 2022. What a wonderful way to celebrate your pets. Hopefully you will find your favorite pet among this month’s blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of January, Birdie, is likely to please bird lovers and even non bird lovers as it is so cute. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month. The designers thank you for your support, through your purchases, which allows us to offer these complimentary block patterns each month.

In January, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that are table runners. They are Color Play Table Runner and Periwinkle Prisms Table Runner. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 12 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- Pets. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Birdie block.

This block features a red star on a yellow background with orange and green corners and an orange bird appliquéd in the center.

Here is a photo of the Birdie block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Birdie block makes a festive 42″ x 16″ table runner with 3 Birdie blocks 1″ dark brown sashing and a 2″ finished dark brown outer border. I have also shown the table runner with different colorings. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Birdie block for January, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of January 2022.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on January 4th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways. We will be having one soon to celebrate over 1000 email subscribers.

My big announcement is that I am an Island Batik Ambassador for 2022.
Throughout the year, there will be tutorials, blog hops, giveaway, etc. I love batiks and I am so excited to share the projects that I make throughout the coming year with you. The first project that I am working on for January uses these Brilliant Blues. Are they beautiful?

Please follow me on social media so you don’t miss a thing.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Chicken Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
First Snow by Inquiring Quilter
Clown Fish by Powered By Quilting
Bunny Buddies at Patti’s Patchwork
Cute Turtle by Appliques Quilts and More
Doghouse Quilt Block by Kaye Collins
Scottie Dog
Dog Bone by QuiltFabrication
Bird Feeder by Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Birdie Block by Blue Bear Quilts
Fishies at Perkins Dry Goods
Parlor Panther Queen at Orange Blossom Quilt Design Studio
Perky Pig by Masterpiece Quilting

Posted on December 7, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Toy Truck- Complimentary Block Pattern for December 2021

Happy Holidays! Quilt Block Mania is celebrating all things toys for December. You are sure to find something you will love in this moth’s choice of blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of December, Toy Truck. is most likely to delight someone in your life. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month. The designers thank you for your support, through your purchases, which allows us to offer these complimentary block patterns each month.

In December, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that are panel quilts and will allow you to make some quick gifts. They are Cowboy Claus Quilt and Moonlit Garden Quilt. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 20 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- Toys. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is theToy Truck block. In the pattern, I have provided the templates so that you can fill the truck with a tree, packages or flowers.

This block features a white background with a red truck filled with a Christmas tree, packages or flowers.

Here is a photo of the Toy Truck block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Toy Truck block makes a festive 46″ x 20″ table runner with 3 Toy Truck blocks and a 1″ finished gray inner border and a 3″ finished white outer border and red binding. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Toy Truck block for December, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of December 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on December 7th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways. We will be having one soon to celebrate over 1000 email subscribers. In the January 2022 issue of American Quilter, our Coco Chic table runner is in the magazine and I am so honored to have it be featured on the cover. We also have a big announcement coming up in January regarding a new relationship with a fabric company. Please follow us on social media so you don’t miss a thing.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Puzzle Cube Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Swirlybirds by Scrapdash
Rocking Horse by Appliques Quilts and More
Old-fashioned toy by Blockofthemo.com
Wooden Toy Blocks by Penny Spool Quilts
Xylophone by QuiltFabrication
Stacked Rings at Patti’s Patchwork
Toy Truck at Blue Bear Quilts
Bullseye at Pretty Piney Quilts
Toy Plane by Mom and Me Quilting Co
Nutcracker by Inquiring Quilter
Water Colors at Perkins Dry Goods
How to Theread a Book by Craft Towards Joy
Sling Shot by Faith and Fabric
Candyland at EvaPaige Quilt Designs
Shape Sorter Block at Patchwork Breeze
Colorku at Love to Color My World
Toy Wagon by Cristy Fincher
Baboushka dolls by Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Baseball by Masterpiece Quilting

Posted on November 2, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Santa Fe Peppers- Complimentary Block Pattern for November 2021

Quilt Block Mania is naturally all about food for November. I hope you don’t get too hungry looking at this month’s delicious blocks. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of November, Santa Fe Peppers, reveals the wide array of colors that peppers are available in. This block is sure to spice up any quilting project. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month.

In November, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that are unique table runners to help you get your tables ready for holiday entertaining. They are Color Play Table Runner and Periwinkle Prisms Table Runner. Either of these table runner patterns are sure to brighten up your tables for the holidays. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 16 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- food. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Santa Fe Peppers block. Did you know that New Mexico is the Chile Capitol of the world? You can use this block on its own or combine it with other blocks from this month for a delicious food themed quilt.

This block features a dark green background with peppers in shades of yellow, orange and red.

Here is a photo of the Santa Fe Peppers block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Santa Fe Peppers block makes a fun 56 x 20″ table runner with 4 Santa Fe Peppers blocks and a 1″ finished light green inner border and a 3″ dark green outer border. The block also makes a striking table runner if you substitute white for the background. You also can turn the block into a 16″ pillow cover to brighten up your home. We have a pattern called Wonky Hearts Pillow, in our shop, if you would like a pattern for making the pillow cover.

This block also makes a beautiful 47 x 47″ lap quilt when you combine 16 blocks, using a light green background and dark green stems, and add 1″ finished dark green sashing, 1″ finished light green cornerstones, 1″ finished dark green inner border and a 3″ finished light green outer border.

Finally, switching to a white background and mixing up the colors of the stems, the block could make another great 47″ square quilt like the one above. The pattern shows you other potential layouts for this block.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Santa Fe Peppers block for November, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of November 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on November 2d which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Hot Dog Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Corn off the Cob Quilt Block at Scrapdash
Pumpkin Pie by Appliques Quilts and More
Ice Cream Cones by QuiltFabrication
Citrus Wedges by Patti’s Patchwork
Peppers at Blue Bear Quilts
Pineapple at Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Strawberry by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Home for the Holidays by Inquiring Quilter
Red Delicious at Perkins Dry Goods
Pumpkin Quilt Block
Little Lemons by Love Sew Modern
Sew the Carrots Go Round Block at Patchwork Breeze
Cake Quilt Block at Masterpiece Quilting
Avocado at EvaPaige Quilt Designs

Posted on October 5, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Fall Prism- Complimentary Block Pattern for October 2021

Quilt Block Mania is blinded by science this October and you will be able to make a fun science themed quilt this month. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of October, Fall Prism, shows you the science of light and color in a fall perspective. If you like receiving the complimentary blocks from Quilt Block Mania, please share this with your quilting friends on social media (please ask them to sign up for their own copy) so the designers can continue to do this every month.

In October, we are offering 20% off three digital download patterns with a spectrum of color to help you with your holiday gifts. They are Marble Merger, Celebrity Squares and Cowboy Claus. Isn’t it time to brighten up your world? The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Quilt Block Mania has 12 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- science. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Fall Prism block. You can use this block on its own or combine it with other blocks from this month for a science themed quilt.

This block features shades of green and brown filtering through a light tan prism.

Here is a photo of the Fall Prism block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Fall Prism block makes a fun 56 x 20″ table runner with 4 Fall Prism blocks and a 1″ finished dark green inner border and a 3″ medium green outer border.

This block also makes a beautiful 56 x 56″ lap quilt when you combine 16 blocks and add 1″ finished medium green and 3″ finished dark green borders. The pattern shows you other potential layouts for this block, and the Alternate block, which is made at the same time.

Finally, switching to a rainbow of colors, the block could make a great 56″ square quilt when you combine 16 Fall Prism blocks and add 1″ finished light gray and 3″ finished black borders.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Fall Prism block for October, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of October 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on October 5th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways, like last month where we gave away a fat quarter bundle of QT Fabrics Origins line. The winner was @arbandwife.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) for more quilting fun and inspiration.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Rocket Ship Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Using Fibonacci in Quilts at Scrapdash
Microscope & Test Tubes by Appliques Quilts and More
Test Tubes FPP Block at Penny Spool Quilts
Benzene Ring from QuiltFabrication
Erlenmeyer flask at Patti’s Patchwork
Fall Prism at Blue Bear Quilts
Atomic at Pretty Piney Quilts
Test Tubes by Mom and Me Quilting Co
Discovery by Inquiring Quilter
Molecules at Perkins Dry Goods
Gravity at Duck Creek Mountain Quilting

Posted on September 7, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Pinwheel Pizzazz- Complimentary Block Pattern for September 2021

Quilt Block Mania is having a twist on traditional blocks for the month of September and there are so many unique blocks for you to be able to create a special project with your own twist. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of September, Pinwheel Pizzazz, is having a twist with the pinwheel block.

In September, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that are brightly colored. They are Ring Bling and Scarborough Fair. Isn’t it time to brighten up your world? The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Testers and Checkers wanted!

Blue Bear is still looking for some additional quilt pattern testers and checkers. Testers and checkers receive a preliminary pattern before it is released. Testers actually make the quilt out of their stash and let the designer know if there were any issues with the pattern. Checkers also receive a preliminary copy of a new pattern before it is released. They review the pattern for any errors or things that may be confusing. Both are volunteer activities. An email is sent out telling you about the upcoming pattern and you can then let us know that you are interested in participating. Testers and checkers receive a digital download version of the final pattern; get photos of their work shared on Blue Bear’s social media; receive a free digital download pattern from our web store and occasionally other goodies like fabric. If you are interested in participating in our tester/ checker program, please send me an email at reed@bluebearquilts.com

This Moonlit Garden panel quilt, made with Lantern Song fabric from QT Fabrics, is a recent pattern that was tested and will be showing up at quilt shops near you soon.

Here are some of the awesome items the testers made from the pattern. They couldn’t make the entire quilt as the fabric was not available. I appreciate so much all of the wonderful work that the Blue Bear Quilts pattern tester/checkers do. I am so grateful for all your time and effort. I love the runner that Gail made and how nice it looks on her table.

I love all the bright colors that Jogi put into her runner.

Randi’s table runner, if you look closely, has sashiko stitches on the lanterns and bird embroidery in the center of the knots. Well done everyone!

We are participating in another year long sew along and this time it is called Sew Much Fun. Many quilt designers will be proving a sewing themed 6″ block every Sunday stating on August 1st. So you can get in on this one right from the beginning. Here is where you go to get the blocks: www.blockofthemo.com Our block won’t be for a while, but I know that you will enjoy participating in this sew along.

Sew Much Fun Tour

Quilt Block Mania has 17 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- traditional with a twist. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Pinwheel Pizzazz block. This is a twist on the traditional pinwheel block with added piecing and fun colors. This block is sure to add a twist and some fun to any project you make with it.

This block features a lime background square with pink accents and a blue and dark purple pinwheel dancing on the top.

Here is a photo of the Pinwheel Pizzazz block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Pinwheel Pizzazz block makes a fun 56 x 20″ table runner with 4 blocks and a 1″ finished lime inner border and a 3″ dark purple outer border.

This block also makes a beautiful 46 x 70″ lap quilt when you combine 15 blocks and add 1″ finished lime and 4″ finished dark pink borders.

Finally, the block makes a great 32″ square baby quilt when you combine 4 blocks and add 1″ finished lime and 3″ finished dark purple borders.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Pinwheel Pizzazz block for September, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of September 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on September 7th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways, like this month where we are giving away a fat quarter bundle of QT Fabrics Origins line.

Also, please check out our Tik Tok and YouTube Channels (Blue Bear Quilts) where we are making videos of how to make our Ring Bling Quilt with this fabric.

We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

September - Traditional with a Twist — September – Traditional with a Twist

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Starry Steps Quilt Block by Carolina Moore
Log Cabin with a Twist by Appliques Quilts and More
Faux Log Cabin by PhoebeMoon Designs
Twisted Irish Chain by Inquiring Quilter
Pinwheel Pizzazz at Blue Bear Quilts
Rail Fence Roundabout at Perkins Dry Goods
Twirling Star by Mom and Me Quilting Co
Neon Churn Dash by Pretty Piney Quilts
Pinwheel Twist by QuiltFabrication
Quilt Block Exhibit
String of Stars by Orange Blossom Quilt Design Studio
log cabin twist by Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Twisted Log Cabin at Penny Spool Quilts
Wonky Star by Patti’s Patchwork
Modern Churn Dash at The Quilting Room with Mel
Wonky Log Cabin by Love to Color My World
Shoo Two by Oh Kaye Quilting

Posted on August 3, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Picnic Bouquet- Complimentary Block Pattern for August

Quilt Block Mania is having a BBQ or Picnic for the month of August and there are so many fun blocks for you to be able to create that special summer quilt. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of August, Picnic Bouquet, may be incorporated with some of the other blocks, or used as a stand alone project.

In August, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that have that summery feel to them. They are There’s a Bear in My Watermelon Patch and THere’s a Bear in My Watermelon Patch 2. I hope a bear won’t crash your Picnic when using these beautiful summer quilts. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

There's a Bear 2 Quilt cover — There’s a Bear 2 Quilt cover

Testers and Checkers wanted!

Sew Much Fun Tour

Quilt Block Mania has 15 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- Picnic/BBQ. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Picnic Bouquet block. When you are going on a fancy, or romantic, picnic, it is an absolute must to have a bouquet of beautiful flowers. Maybe if you don’t want to bring any real flowers, this beautiful bouquet in a quilt will suffice.

This block features red and orange flowers with green stems on a charcoal background with a light tan frame. This is a traditional block sewn with a modern method of stitch and flip for the flying geese units.

Here is a photo of the Picnic Bouquet block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Picnic Bouquet block makes an awesome table runner. You could also make cool placemats to go with the table runner.

This block also makes a beautiful quilt when you combine 16 blocks and add 1″ finished tan and charcoal borders. The cool thing about this block is that it creates it’s own sashing which makes sewing the blocks together so easy as there are no seams.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Picnic Bouquet block for August, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this complimentary pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of August 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on August 3rd which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways.

Also, please check out our You Tube Channel (Blue Bear Quilts). We are so happy that you stopped by to visit us in the Quilt Block Mania hop and we hope that you like our block. Please stop by to see all of the other designer’s wonderful blocks.

Picnic Theme - August — Picnic Theme – August

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Hamburger Block at Always Expect Moore
Popsicle Picnic at Slice of Pi Quilts
Picnic in the Park
Let’s Fly a Kite at PhoebeMoon Designs
Picnic by Inquiring Quilter
Picnic Bouquet by Blue Bear Quilts
Kebabs at Patti’s Patchwork
BeeHive by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Picnic Basket at The Quilting Room with Mel
Watermelon Wedge from QuiltFabrication
Labor Day Picnic
I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing
Picnic Fun at Perkins Dry Goods
“Cheers!” at Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
Lemonade FPP Block at Penny Spool Quilts

Posted on July 6, 2021February 10, 2022 by Reed — Leave a comment

Quilt Block Mania-Treasure Chest Star- Complimentary Block Pattern for July

Quilt Block Mania is traveling for the month of July and there are so many wonderful blocks for you to be able to commemorate a special trip. Our complimentary block of the month for Quilt Block Mania, during the month of July, Treasure Chest Star, may be incorporated with some of the other blocks, or as a stand alone project.

In July, we are offering 20% off two digital download patterns that are patriotic. They are Patriotic Polka and Sparkles on Liberty Square. These quilts are great for summer nights and those patriotic summer holidays. The link to these patterns is here: downloadable-patterns/

Sparklers Cover — Sparklers Quilt Pattern

Testers and Checkers wanted!

Blue Bear is looking for some additional quilt pattern testers and checkers. Testers and checkers receive a preliminary pattern before it is released. Testers actually make the quilt out of their stash and let the designer know if there were any issues with the pattern. Checkers also receive a preliminary copy of a new pattern before it is released. They review the pattern for any errors or things that may be confusing. Both are volunteer activities. An email is sent out telling you about the upcoming pattern and you can then let us know that you are interested in participating. Testers and checkers receive a digital download version of the final pattern; get photos of their work shared on Blue Bear’s social media; receive a free digital download pattern from our web store and occasionally other goodies like fabric. If you are interested in participating in our tester/ checker program, please send me an email at reed@bluebearquilts.com

Quilt Block Mania has 18 talented quilt designers creating blocks for this month’s theme- Travel. Here are the theme colors for this month.

This is the Treasure Chest Star block. Many tears ago, travelers used stars to navigate their way and often they were in search of treasure. Perhaps this block will set you on some travels of your own in search of treasure.

This block features a gray star emanating from a treasure chest in Celery green, hunter green, sky blue, black and tan. This is a traditional block sewn with a more modern method of strip tubes.

Here is a photo of the Treasure Chest Star block that has been sewn with fabrics from my stash.

The Treasure Chest block makes an awesome table runner. You could also make cool placemats to go with the table runner.

This block also makes a beautiful quilt when you combine 16 blocks and add a 2″ finished black border. The quilt appears to create an optical illusion of the blocks moving as your eyes dance all over the quilt.

How to get the block

If you are new to our website and are interested in downloading a complimentary PDF pattern of our Treasure Chest Star block for July, all you have to do is look for the box on our blog, on the right hand side, that says “Like this content? Sign up for free updates” and sign up to receive our newsletter. When you have done that, you will receive a welcoming email from us that will contain a coupon code and a link back to the complimentary pattern. You will act as though you are purchasing the pattern and in the cart, you will apply the coupon code, which will make the pattern free. You will need to fill out contact information, but no payment method will be necessary. Don’t worry, we do not send out newsletters very often and we never sell email addresses or contact information. Here is what the pattern looks like. It is in a format very similar to most Blue Bear Quilt patterns, so if you see what you like in this free pattern, you will like our other patterns as well.

Please note: This pattern will only be complimentary during the month of July 2021.

Current newsletter subscribers, don’t despair! You will be able to download the complimentary pattern as well. You have already been sent a newsletter on July 6th which gave you the coupon code.

Be sure to follow us on our Instagram page, @bluebearquilts, as that is where we occasionally have giveaways.

You can click on the links to the other blocks here.

Bridge Quilt block by Carolina Moore
Lucky is on the road again at Puppy Girl Designs
Scenic Route by Slice of Pi Quilts
Travel to the Woods by Oh Kaye Quilting
Embark by Inquiring Quilter
Delectable Mountains at PhoebeMoon Designs
Treasure Chest Star by Blue Bear Quilts
Wanderlust by Heidi Pridemore
On the Water by Patti’s Patchwork
Come Sail Away by Mom and Me Quilting Co.
Wish You Were Here at Pretty Piney Quilts
Pack It Up by QuiltFabrication
Me and Bobby McGee at Orange Blossom Quilt Design Studio
Wild Blue Yonder at Perkins Dry Goods
Take a Hike by Devoted Quilter
Into the Blue at Duck Creek Mountain Quilting
T-Shirt Fun at The Quilting Room with Mel
Stitch and Flip Mountain Block