Mariposa Puzzle

Our goal this week is to construct 9 blocks. You will need:      - pattern pages 3, 4 and  5      - a sewing machine and regular sewing supplies      - an iron and ironing surface      - the following HSTs: 5 AB, 1 AD, 2 AV, 2 AW, 2 AX, 3 BC, 1 BE, and 1 CV.      - the following fabric pieces:   2½” (3½”, 4½”) sq. 2½”x4½” (3½”x6½”, 4½”x8½”) 2½”x6½” (3½”x9½”, 4½”x12½”) A 8 B 12 2 2 C 2 1 D 1 E 1 U 1 V 1 1 W 5 1 X 4 2 1...

Our goal this week is to make a few Half-Square Triangles (HSTs). You will need:      - pattern page 2      - a sewing machine and regular sewing supplies      - an iron and ironing surface      - a fabric marking pen or pencil      - a 6½” wide ruler or a Tucker Trimmer (recommended)      - the following fabric pieces:   3” (4”, 5”) sq. A 13 B 11 C 10 D 1 E 2 U 2 V 1 W 4 X 5 Y 1   Here is a quick review for making HSTs. Draw a...

Our goal this week is to construct 12 of the simple blocks. You will need:      - pattern pages 3 to 5      - a sewing machine and regular sewing supplies      - an iron and ironing surface      - a thread and a loaded bobbin that matches your background fabric or a neutral thread colour.       - the following fabric pieces:   2½” (3½”, 4½”) sq. 2½”x6½” (3½”x9½”, 4½”x12½”) U 11 6 V 10 8 W 8 4 X 7 6 Let's start with blocks 2 and 44 at the top of page 3.  These...

Welcome to the thimbles & things’ Spring/Summer Quilt Along. Each installment will guide you through the making of a “Mariposa Puzzle” quilt. Please feel free to ask questions or comment. Your insights may help other participants. Let’s get started! There is no sewing this time, just fabric gathering and cutting. You will need:              - the Mariposa Puzzle pattern available at thimbles & things or Threads That Bind              - your fabric collection              - a rotary cutter with a sharp blade              - cutting mat              - a ruler               - Optional: Stripology® XL Ruler      ...

Welcome to the thimbles & things’  2021 Spring/Summer Quilt Along. We hope you decide to participate, as this is going to be fun!   Each installment will guide you through the making of a “Mariposa Puzzle” quilt. This pattern definitely combines both our love of quilts and puzzles.  Beginning June 7st, 2021, there will be a weekly blog post on our website to help you stay on track, give you helpful hints and answer any questions you may have. The pattern includes instructions for 3 sizes: Lap (48" x 42"), Throw (72" x 63") and Queen (96" x 84") and can be purchased as a PDF...