Welcome to Little Quilts! We're so excited to have a block in Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Volume 11. We love flags and everything patriotic. We hope the upcoming patriotic holidays will inspire you to try our block, combining cotton with wool applique, to make this block as a pillow, little quilt, or a medallion center.
We pieced the background in scrappy reds, creams, and blues, and then added a wool applique swag. We carry hand dyed wool in the store and love using it in our blocks because it adds such rich color and texture and it's so easy to do! If you are 'allergic to traditional applique'...this is the block for you! Simply fuse the shapes down and use a hand or machine buttonhole stitch to secure the edges - no needle turn stitching or fraying edges!
We'd love to hear if you've tried wool applique before! Share your comments below and one lucky winner will receive a free copy of Quiltmaker 100 Blocks, Volume 11!
We hope you're having fun and finding lots of good quilting tips from all the designers. Check out Quiltmaker for more information about other designers in the tour and how to win more prizes!
I like wool applique because of the nice neat edges. Great block. Your stitches are nicer then mine.
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique but I love the look of it!
ReplyDeleteI have a kit, but I have never tried wool applique before. You have inspired me to try it! Willsjgl@comcast.net
ReplyDeleteI have tried wool appliqué before.
ReplyDeleteI've not tried wool applique yet but hope to soon.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried wool applique yet--it's on my list of things to try! Love the look of it.
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique.
ReplyDeleteI've tried wool applique. I need to become better about the embroidery part of it-- never know what stitches or how much I should embellish.
ReplyDeleteI love to do wool applique!
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Love looking at all this creativity!!! thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteNever tried it, but I have done the patterns using cottons.
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique and it sounds so interesting!
ReplyDeleteI am allergic to wool. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteYour block is very pretty. I have admired many wool projects that I've seen in stores and magazines, but have hesitated in trying it. I already have a mountainous stash of fabric and fear adding what could be lots more.
ReplyDeleteI have done a little wool applique.
ReplyDeleteI love the look of wool applique, especially when quilters use it for more modern blocks in brighter colors. It's so unexpected and yet adorable and cool!
ReplyDeleteI personally do not wool applique because I have never been able to touch wool without getting the heebie jeebies. I don't know why! So I have to admire from afar. However, I wanted to comment because I've been quilting for 20 years and my very first applique quilt was made from your "Little Quilts" book - the ABC with blanket stitching. I made about 12 of them for all my fertile friends in the early 90s!
Congrats on a wonderful block! I have not tried wool applique. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteLovely block! I tried wool applique already and love it very much!
ReplyDeleteLove your block.. would be a good addition to a quilt of valor...
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What a neat block! I would have to make it with cotton because wool makes me itch like crazy!
ReplyDeleteBeen saving some wool to do a special project. Hopefully will be completed soon!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried wool applique yet, but I hope to one day. Your block is lovely!
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique before.
ReplyDeleteI've never used wool applique, but I'm getting more and more tempted the more I see! Thanks for the chance to win :)
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I have never tried wool applique. I bought wool once, but never have used it. Maybe this is the project to use it with :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat block! I haven't tried wool appliqué before, but it is on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect block for the 4th of July holiday! I have never tried wool applique, but after seeing your block I will have to give it a try. bhometchko(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI love wool applique on cotton--so relaxing--totally stress free applique! Your block is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love the look of wool applique but have not tried it.
ReplyDeleteOh, this would be a perfect block to make for my desk at work! I have a seasonal little quilt on display - helps me remember what's really important as I slave away at making a living. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love wool applique. Because it doesn't fray or have to be turned under, it's a joy to work with. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteHave never done any applique before. It is on my bucket list. poladydwd(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteTwo of my favorite things -- Little Quilts and wool applique! This would make a great pillow for the upcoming holidays.
ReplyDeleteI am so allergic to wool that I can't work with it. But I still think this is a very unique block, great job!
ReplyDeleteI am so allergic to wool that I can't work with it. But I still think this is a very unique block, great job!
ReplyDeleteI confess that I have collected wool for appliqué and even bought a couple kits ... though I haven't finished any wool appliqué project.
ReplyDeleteI have tried wool applique and I really enjoy it.
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I have tried wool appliqué and find it very easy to do. Your block is a big winner in my book.
ReplyDeleteLove the applique but I am allergic to wool.
ReplyDeleteHave never attempted wool appliqué… this maybe my lucky pool,, to dabble my feet in and and try...
ReplyDeleteI have done other applique, but never wool.
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Cute block and perfect for the summer holidays coming up!
ReplyDeleteI have tried a little wool applique. Hard to beat the look and feel of wool :-)
thank you for joining the Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks tour.
What a fun block. I love your colors. I have never used wool applique before but I am always ready to learn something new...just have to get some wool! Thanks so much for sharing your block.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried wool applique yet, but I definitely want to! Thanks!
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I love wool applique but I have never tried this before. I love the projects and maybe some day I can attempt this wonderful project. Thank you for being a part of the QM's 100 blocks, Volume 11, blog tour and giving all of us the chance to win a copy of this exciting and priceless magazine.
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I am attempting the Summertime Sampler by Erica Kaprow in wool...definitely a challenge even though I enlarged it to 130 percent...
ReplyDeleteI am attempting the Summertime Sampler by Erica Kaprow in wool...definitely a challenge even though I enlarged it to 130 percent...
ReplyDeleteI haven't done wool applique, but I've been wanting to try it.
ReplyDeleteLove summer and americana pieces and using wool is a wonderful way to add appliqué without needle turn.
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Never tried wool applique. 24Tangent@gmail.com
ReplyDeletenever tried wool applique, I do hand applique while watching TV.
ReplyDeletegreat block for July 4th!
Lovely blocks.. This issue is a MUST for me.
ReplyDeleteI love the look of wool applique, but too many wool loving bugs around here, so wool is out of the question.
ReplyDeleteStill hope to try wool someday. Great block.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried wool applique but I would love to. Just need to find out where I can get the wool.
ReplyDeletecongrats. this is a very fun block. no I have never tried wool applique before. looks like a lot of fun.
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How fun! I love wool applique, but never thought of adding it to quilt blocks...you've opened my eyes :o) Thank you so much for an opportunity to win a copy of Volume 11!
ReplyDeleteWool applique don't get me started. It's as addicting as piecing,I love it!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I've done felt applique, I've never used actual wool. I keep felting wool garments and never get around to using them.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your block appearing in 100 Blocks!!!
ReplyDeleteVery fun block, it reminds me of summer. I have done wool applique and LOVE it. I prefer it to traditional applique. I love working with wool.
ReplyDeleteCute block - thanks for sharing & thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being chosen for the magazine. Your block is so cute! I have not tried wool applique, yet. cknapp3626@sbcglobal.net
ReplyDeleteI am just beginning to try wool. I just love the look of it. My first project has been a name tag to ear at my guild meetings. I am hooked and want to do more!! I love your block! Congratulations for having your block in the magazine!
ReplyDeleteVery nice for sharing. What a great magazine.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I used to do garment sewing with wool, I've never done wool applique, so it is on my "bucket list." I was tempted to buy some wool scraps at our latest quilt show, but missed out. Love your pattern.
ReplyDeleteI am doing my first wool applique project now and loving it. Your block would be fun to make for the 4th of July.
ReplyDeleteI have not done any wool applique yet. But just purchased one last year and haven't worked on it yet.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! One of my favourite stitching technique is wool appliqué! Soooo much texture! Will watch for your block in the magazine! Take care, Leslie
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique but have something in my mind now..thank you...martamanole@yahoo.com...marta
ReplyDeleteIt's great to see a patriotic block that's unique and pretty.
ReplyDeleteCute block! I like the addition of wool applique. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCute block!
ReplyDeleteI do like wool applique and enjoy patriotic blocks.
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool...not yet anyway.
ReplyDeleteWool applique is completely foreign to me! I have never been fond of hands sewing, but I think the un-fray-ability of wool would make it worth a try!
ReplyDeleteI have never used wool applique - it's something I will try in the future.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway!
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Lovely block. I love fusible applique. I liked the turn under version for many years, it is amazing how much faster fusible applique is.
ReplyDeleteLove your block! I have not tried wool applique.
ReplyDeleteLove the flag background! That would be fun to do.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique before!
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I'm with you--I love red, white, and blue!
ReplyDeleteI love working with wool and applique is my favorite technique. Thks pjrquilter (at) msn (dot) com
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique. Maybe someday!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy wool applique because the edges don't need any special treatment.
ReplyDeleteI've been working on a wool sampler for ... um to protect the guilty maybe I should say how long. ;o)
ReplyDeleteI've not tried wool appliqué yet but I do felt appliqué on christmas stockings so I can't believe it's much different.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique. My applique skills are definitely expanding and I'm getting more confident, so I should try this technique.
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I like to wool applique - I love the look of it!
ReplyDeletePatriotic colors and flowers. Nothing say summer better than that! I have not tried wool applique yet, but my Mom has. She's hooked!
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ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique before, it does look fun though. Congrats on being chosen to be in the magazine. I love the patriotic look of the block
ReplyDeleteI have never tried wool applique but I love how it looks!
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique but like the way it looks.
ReplyDeleteI have a few kits but have not recovered from an injury enough to brave them.
ReplyDeleteYours is very cute.
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Have not tried wool applique. My applique talents are sadly lacking.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried wool applique as yet.
ReplyDeleteI have not tried wool applique but like the way it looks. Will have to give it a try.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done much wool appliqué, but I want to do more.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool appliqué, I want to try wool needle felted animals
ReplyDeleteEasy applique is good. Great block.
ReplyDeleteI have tried wool applique before, and it's so easy!
ReplyDeleteThis block will make such a pretty little pillow!
ReplyDeleteOur local shop had a block of the month last year with wool applique. I'd never tried that before, and it was really fun!
ReplyDeleteNope, never tried wool applique but it's on my list of "to dos" along with about a couple dozen other things. kthurn@bektel.com
ReplyDeleteI love wool appliqué and making little quilts using it!
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I've never tried wool applique
ReplyDeleteI've never tried wool applique. funnylady93@nyc.rr.com
ReplyDeleteNice block!! I find wool applique so relaxing and fun to do - no fraying edges and there are so many rich colors!
ReplyDeleteI'm allergic not wool. But I love your block!
ReplyDeleteCutest block ever!!!
ReplyDeleteAr a retired Army nurse And the daughter of TWO WWll vets (including one of Patton's nurses) I love all things red, white and blue and I do so love your block. kathleendotlutzatcomcastdotnet
ReplyDeleteCute block. I've never tried wool applique. Thanks.
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