Juggling Act :: Pattern Release

It's been a long time coming, happily and with great relief I finished writing a pattern!  

'JUGGLING ACT' is now a reality and ready for sale.  I couldn't have done it without a little help, encouragement and support from my friends.

JUGGLING ACT PATTERN

The Shoo Fly quilt block is one of those traditional quilt block names that every quilter knows. Also known as Hole in the Barn Door in the mid-to-late 1800’s, this block was and still is very popular. It’s made up of nine patches, usually Half Square Triangles and squares. There have been many variations of the Shoo Fly block throughout the years and the fact that we continue to go back to the original is a testament to the tried and true quilting of yesteryear.

When designing this quilt I wanted to use a simple but classic block. I settled on the Shoo Fly block because of its playful nature and versatility.

This pattern is constructed using panels and includes instructions for two (2) quilt sizes:
Baby: 43 1⁄2" x 49 1⁄2", and Lap: 49 1⁄2" x 65 1⁄4".

Having a Technical Editor go over my written pattern is something that gives me peace of mind.  If you ever need Tech Editing I highly recommend Yvonne @quiltingjetgirl.  She is efficient, fast and knows her stuff.  

Fabric requirements for the Shoo-Fly blocks are based on a scrappy version of the quilt. If you'd rather be more strategic with your fabric choices, this design can accommodate that as well.



My baby version has a Kona Snow background and 24 colors for the Shoo-Fly blocks.  There are five (5) different sizes of the Shoo-Fly block and it's a great way to use scraps of most any size.

BABY JUGGLING ACT
43 1/2" x 49 1/2" 

Grid quilting and a few strategically placed circles, plus a black and white stripe binding bring it together in the most fun way!



I was lucky enough to have two volunteers to test my pattern.  Let's face it, it's one thing for me to make my own pattern...it's quite another to have someone else do it.  Real world testing!



How pretty is that?  It's a gorgeous color combination!  Ellyn @ellyn's place choose to make the baby quilt using five (5) colors.  Kona Jade, Pool, Turquoise, Ice Frappe and Chartreuse.  The background is Kona Silver.  

Again, you can use as many colors/prints and you want!  



Wendy @Pieceful Thoughts of My Quilting Life used prints with a low volume background.  Love that!  I think I could even use prints now after seeing Wendy's!   

Another idea would be to use scrappy low volume or neutral scraps for the background.  

If Ellyn's and Wendy's quilts haven't inspired you, I made a few color/print options in EQ8.

  

  

 

    

        

The PDF instant download is now available for purchase in my Etsy Shop.  

Click here: 'JUGGLING ACT'  

LINKING:

OH SCRAP! ● MAIN CRUSH MONDAY ●  MONDAY MAKING 
MIDWEEK MAKERS ● NEEDLE & THREAD 

PEACOCK PARTY  ● TGIFF ● WHOOP WHOOP FRIDAY

BRAG ABOUT YOUR BEAUTIES ● FINISHED OR NOT FRIDAY