Farmer’s Wife 1920’s Sampler Quilt Block 1 – Attic Windows
Farmer’s Wife 1920’s Sampler Quilt Block 1 is Attic Windows. I’ve taken inspiration from one of my favourite china patterns; Spode’s Blue Italian for the block fabrics. I treated myself when I turned 40 to some pieces from this collection with the intention that I’ll add to it over the years until I can complete the full set. I’ve never made a single colour quilt and I’m really excited to make this blue quilt. I’ve paired it with a light cream and that’s a first for me too. I normally use a bleach white with my work.
Important Information
Block Number: 1
Block Name: Attic Windows
Fabrics: Kona Cotton in Snow, Midnight, Deep Blue and Lapis
Construction Method: English Paper Piecing
Pieced by: Caroline (@nightingalequilts) , Raylee (of Sunflower Stitcheries & Quilting) and Angie (of GnomeAngel) <- You are here
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Assembly Order
This is a pretty simple block (it’s really simple compared to some of the blocks coming up!). If you’ve checked out these tutorials on how to EPP you should be ready to go. I’ve labelled the pieces in the order that I’ve attached mine to help you think about how you’ll assemble them.
Here’s my tip for basting these blocks: make sure you’re consistent with how you baste. If you start with one side first, always start with that side. This will help you reduce bulk in your seams. For example, I always baste one of the small sides first, then the second small side and the longest side last. This helps point the “tails” away from rest of the pieces.
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I would also like to see how you baste your pieces.
I am signed up for your emails and on the yahoo group. I am not getting any messages about what block to do for the 1920’s quilt. Have I missed signing up some how?
This will be beautiful quilt
I would like to see your basting as well. I think this would improve my technique.
I too need help with how to baste. It would be useful to see how you actually put the whole piece together. thanks.
Hi Angie! If it’s not too much trouble, could you post how you actually baste your pieces. It would be great to have a visual. My “tails” seem extra long and I think I have way too much bulk. Thank you so much!
I am joining in with you…I have had this book for ages, so I need to do it….Thanks for inspiring me…
and OH “I am a farmers wife”… he’s no longer on the farm but is still a farmer at heart.
Hurrah! And off we go! Thank you for hosting this wonderful pattern.
I believe I missed what size are the pieces?
Hi Judy! You will need the book to find out the sizing of the blocks pieces. For more details please see the frequently asked questions by clicking here