May- Block of the Month 2025- Churn Dash
Sorry for being late on this post. This is May's block of the month. This is one of my favorite blocks and it is the Churn Dash block. This is an old, traditional block. It was made in approximately the 1800 - 1850 time period. I love the traditional blocks and in my quilt designs, you will see that I use these a lot. For this block, it is normally done with 2 colors. I found a perfect piece to use in my stash, and so I am using 3 colors in the block. So, what do you need to get started? One of the first things I do, before cutting is starch my fabric. I get a much better cut, which means my seams are more accurate. Background Fabric: This will be known as color A 1 square 7" 1 strip at 2 1/2" x 19" Print Fabric: This will be known as color B 1 square 7" 1 strip at 2 1/2" x 19" Focus Fabric: This will be known as Color C 4 1/2" square Sew the "A" 7" square to the "B" 7" square around the outside edge 1/4...