Vol 3 will be on the magazine stands by May 10th. I'm excited and pleased to share my block "Crosstrack" with you. It's #257 on page 54 of the magazine.
To make a runner sew three blocks together. Adding a border is another option.
This is what it looks like as a quilt. For the desired size just keep adding blocks. Be creative and have fun with it. I just thought of another idea. Why not use kids novelty fabric for that special little one.
Now for the Giveaway contest. To have a chance at winning a copy of the 100 Blocks magazine leave a comment at the bottom of this post. A winner will be drawn on the morning of May 7th. Be sure to include your name and email address. If your not comfortable showing the information here just post a comment below and send your name and email address to me at jaybeehive@yahoo.com I will not share this info with anyone other than Quiltmaker if your the winner. To follow the blog tour and sign up with the other participating designers and more giveaways visit www.quiltmaker.com/100blocks.html
For unique southwestern and country patterns, plus more, explore my web site at www.quiltersfun.com Cheers,
Joan
Your block looks amazing. The dark cross and light cross seem to swap from back to front like an optical illusion.
ReplyDeleteGreat block, Joan. I think my email address will show in this post but if not, it's karensuttonquilter@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you for having the block published!
I love this block, your quilt design actually looks like it creates an optical illusion.
ReplyDeletegeneblack@gmail.com Gene Black
Your block is great! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI love this block, haven[t seen any block I don't like, would love to try this one, my kind of block, I wonder if you can quilt as you go. maybe not because you want to secondary pattern. oh well its one I would love to try....hope I win. dwr33055@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteYour block would look lovely made up as a set of tablemats and a runner to complement them.
ReplyDeleteAnother great block! Love it!Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the magazine!
ReplyDeleteGreat block...lots of possibilities! Hope I win a magazine so that I can start making your block!
ReplyDeleteLots of potential here. I love it.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being part of this magazine -- I can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being in the 100 Blocks book!
ReplyDeletedebgiro at wildblue dot net
looks like the purple is floating! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGreat block - I would love to win this magazine. dsb448@att.net
ReplyDeleteCute block. Love the colors. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteA lot of design possibilities with this block. Very nice and wonderful giveaway and a great opportunity. Beautiful block. Judy C
ReplyDeleteoh, that would be so good to use for religious holidays
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this magazine. vidaquilts@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI really like your block and all the possibilities it has. The table runner is awesome. I like the idea of making one for Easter. It looks like a cross. This blog hop is so much fun. I love seeing all the blocks and ideas that the creators are sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! I really like it a lot. Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy of the magazine.
ReplyDeleteMary
im exided to let you know i really like your block . i will make 1 for my husband , its just the right 1 for him .thanks and congrats to you.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being included in the book. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteThank you for showing the layouts - beautiful!
ReplyDeletenice block. Great to see the layouts too! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you! Love your block and the white print you used for it. The placemat idea will be great for the holidays!
ReplyDeleteLove your block expecially for the placemat. Different colors for different seasons. Congratulations
ReplyDeleteOh, loving this crosstrack block! I'm planning to make a quilt out of a variety of "crosses" and I think this would be a perfect addition! Congrats on getting into the magazine.
ReplyDeleteWhat an extraordinary block! I like the idea of the runner and the quilt. There are so many blocks that is could take a while to make each and every block. Thank you for giving all of us a chance to win such a great book.
ReplyDeleteSandi from Sonora, CA
sandit1@sbcglobal.net
Lovely block, and great choice of colors! Congrats on being in the magazine!
ReplyDeleteI like the lattice work effect when the blocks are pieced together. Love that little floral fabric too :o)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun block. You are right, it has a lot of possibilities. Love the table runner. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block! I love how it fits together in the quilt. Congrats on getting in the book!
ReplyDeleteshaines@gvtc.com - Shelley Haines
Visited your web page as well and liked your southwestern designs.
ReplyDeleteNice block and designs - I think I'd like to try it in scrappy colors!
ReplyDeleteYou used my favorite color for your block. NICE! Hope I'm a winner of a copy of this Magazine so I can make all the fun designs I've seen.
ReplyDeleteI agree childrens fabrics would be fun
ReplyDeletemhinders@myclearwave.net
Cool block. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteGreat block with a great secondary design, lots of possibilities.
ReplyDeleteShould be fun to make this block! thanks
ReplyDeleteI love this block!
ReplyDeleteI can see a lot of possilities with the coloring on this block. Thank you. Take care and God bless, Cory
ReplyDeleteVery fun block. Congrats on making the "cut"
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I love the print. I wish I could see a close up of it. This is a beautiful block.
ReplyDeleteGreat block and the fabric choice makes it look "rich".
ReplyDeleteI like this block and I can see it on my bed in the same colors as you have presented it. I am going to your site and check everything out now. Beautiful block
ReplyDeleteYour block is stunning! I especially like the visual effect of it placed in a large quilt setting. It makes me think of crusaders! I checked out your websight as well; you have wonderful patterns over there!
ReplyDeletegreat block
ReplyDeleteThe full quilt made with this block is absolutely breathtaking!!
ReplyDeleteFascinating block and makes a stunning quilt. congrats!
ReplyDeleteI like the boldness of your block. Congrats on being choosen for the magazine.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! Love the whole quilt layout.
ReplyDeleteReally nice block. Congratulations on being in the magazine.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! Can't wait to get my hands on the pattern!
ReplyDeleteTerrific block. Congrats on being included in the new 100 Blocks mag.
ReplyDeleteI really like your block. I also had a look around your site and found some very useful articles such as the link to the Flash Quilt Calculator and your Great Quilting Tips. Thanks for the tips and thanks for the opportunity to win the magazine.
ReplyDeletejennhgray at gmail.com
There have been so many blocks that create illusions this time around, and I'm so excited about it. Yours is wonderful and I'm looking forward to playing with it! larmenti at bellsouth.net
ReplyDeleteNice block! I enjoyed visiting your blog!
ReplyDeleteGreat block! I really love the way your block looks especially around the edges in the centers.
ReplyDeleteMy email should be linked from my profile but here it is to make it easier.
vburr at charter dot net
Love your block made into a quilt! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteIt looks as if it is floating!!! Totally cool block!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing how we can come up with different ideas about fabric, while we are looking at a single block --- and how many ways can we set it, and should we use lattice, corner stones, etc.,etc.? It is what adds so much fun to quilting and your block is ideal for "playing".
ReplyDeleteI love how your block looks in a quilt!! Thanks so much for showing all the great ideas! Congratulations for being in 100 Blocks Vol. 3!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting your block in the magazine. I really like your color combination.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun and versatile block. Congrats on being in the new volume.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win a magazine. I like your block very much. It is traditional and yet up dated too. Nice job and congratulations on being selected for the magazine.
ReplyDeleteI love how this looks by itself or with others. So many possibilities! Dana nelfamily at windjammercable dot net
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block!
ReplyDeleteI love it as a table runner!
The secondary pattern when blocks are joined makes a very striking quilt top! Well done
ReplyDeleteCongrats on making it into the magazine! I would love to win a copy. I have the last issue and loved it to pieces!
ReplyDeleteVery nice and great options for colors too. Thanks! butterhill@comcast.net
ReplyDeleteVery nice block design. It's simplicity doesn't deter from its impact.
ReplyDeleteThe block looks beautiful in those shades, I can imagine all the different color combinations you could use.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
woolensails@verizon.net
your block has so many possibilities Love it.
ReplyDeleteI love your block. I really love the 3 block runner. Very striking. Congrats on being in the magazine and thanks for the chance to win a copy of the magazine,
ReplyDeleteYour pattern looks great in the full sized quilt. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove your block! It would look wonderful in scrappy colors. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis block is a winner! I already have plans for it. How did you know I was looking for something to make a 2 color quilt out of?
ReplyDeleteGreat block, can't wait to use it in my quilts!
ReplyDeleteA great graphic block! Very bold and versitile!
ReplyDeleteJudy W
I love this block. I think it would make great place mats. I think it would look great with bold bright colors and I like how you gave some great suggestions in your blog post.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being in the Quiltmaker's 100! I appreciate that you showed us lots of ideas for using your block, great fun!
ReplyDeleteKaye M.
tkmattson@hotmail.com
What an interesting block you designed! I like the patterns it creates in repeat. I'll send you an email with my address. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being chosen to be in the new volume of 100 blocks. Simple yet elegant block.
ReplyDeleteLove your block! Keep creating!
ReplyDeleteVery nice block! Thanks for the chance to win an issue :D
ReplyDeleteNice block! Thanks for showing the layouts and for a chance to win this issue.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I like your block. A very imaginative illusion.
ReplyDeleteGreat block. Thanks for showing the different setting options. Congrats on being chosen for the magazined
ReplyDeleteLove your block. I can see this in a red and white quilt. Congratulations on being in the magazine.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate you sharing your talent with us. Congrats having your block in the magazine. I truly love the fabric you used also.
ReplyDeleteWonderful block!
ReplyDeleteLove the block and love the colors you chose. Congrats on being selected.
ReplyDeleteI love your block; so elegant and effective!
ReplyDeleteThe purple and white is very pretty together.
ReplyDeleteI like your block!! Very versatile!! Congratulations on the magazine!!
ReplyDeleteThis design does tricky things with your eyes--very cool.
ReplyDeleteVery nice block and settings!
ReplyDeletecongratulations! i love your block, i think it would be AMAZING in kona solids!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being in the magazine. Your block would look so cute in kids novelty fabrics. Thanks for a chance to win a copy of the magazine. bimbi9@verizon.neet
ReplyDeleteLove seeing the different setting options for your block! Very striking!
ReplyDeletektyoung1(at)gmail(dot)com
Love your block and all the options for settings!
ReplyDeletejillquilts at gmail dot com
Awesome block. Loved the quilt layout!
ReplyDeleteI love the block, it looks great as a quilt!
ReplyDeleteI love the tablerunner. I think it would look great in all kinds of color combinations.
ReplyDeleteLove your block. Really like it in the table runner. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteCindy W.
cwcavy@hotmail.com
I particularly like how Crosstrack's outer edges can disappear into a border. Makes the project appear endless. Nice design. Sandi
ReplyDeletegreat block with lots of design possibilities. love the secondary design it makes. looks more complicated than it is. i can't wait to get this magazine.
ReplyDeleteWonderful block and I really like the fabric and colors you used. Thank you.
ReplyDeletethis is a wonderful block it almost looks like it's tessellating.
ReplyDeleteLove your block, color selection and the secondary designs
ReplyDeleteI need a new tablerunner & your block would be perfect - I'm thinking pink & green - very springy! Thanks for the chance to win the magazine.
ReplyDeleteStunning block, very clever design!
ReplyDeleteThe quilt is gorgeous and the runner too! A great block!!
ReplyDeleteAs a new quilter this is right up my alley! quietwatersfarm@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteLove your block..was one of the first I flagged to do. Looks wonderful as runner or full quilt.
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