Welcome to day 3 of the blog tour!
I am so excited to see you here on my blog. It is always fun to design a block for Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks magazine. I usually just play around with ideas in EQ and then raid my stash for fabrics.
First up- the cover of the issue.
Look whose name is on the front!!! Wow! So excited by that.
Those who know me know I like blocks that create secondary designs or ones that can look different when you rotate the blocks into new arrangements.
Here is my block.
I called it Pinwheel Plus because it makes a secondary design when you put the blocks together. Like this version.
In this version, there are a few less blocks but there is some dark blue sashing that was added as well as a couple of borders.
Or the sashing could be white.
Or the quilt could be made in shades of gray with magenta. Yum.
Not only did I change the setting slightly and the colors, but by using two shades of magenta in the pinwheel section, instead of yellow and blue, the pinwheels look different. You might see the 4 pinwheels first before the center one. Like the one below with the all yellow pinwheels.
Isn’t it amazing how you can change the look of a block by changing, not just the colors, but where the colors are? So many ways to personalize and customize a block. And I have only just begun to play!
There are so many ways to change the look… maybe move the dark blue to the edge of the block to highlight the center of the secondary design… or add a secondary color, like add some purple or red to the mix…
Have fun with this block! I would love to see what you come up with.
Would you like a chance to win a copy of the Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks vol 13 magazine? There are some pretty awesome blocks in there! Leave me a comment below and you will be entered into the drawing for one of 3 copies- yes 3 copies!- of the magazine.
If you get my newsletter (or if you choose subscribe to it now), you can get an extra chance. But you must leave a separate comment to get the extra chance.
Got it? Good!
Contest will close on Sunday May 8th at 9pm my time. I will announce the winners on Monday May 9th.
Contest is closed. Thank you to all who commented!
Enjoy the rest of the blog tour- click here to go to Quiltmaker’s blog to get today’s list!
happy quilting,
Kate
Pinwheels have always been my favorite blocks, and this is absolutely no exception! Love the secondary design and all the different possibilities!
I always fall in love with blocks that create a design within a design. Beautiful work.
This a wonderful example of the versatility of Hst’s. What a great block.
Hi Kate, you did a very good job, I like the block and all settings you made. Thank you for sharing.
Wow, amazing how your block turns into quilts, thanks for sharing!
Fun block! Love seeing your different setting and coloring options! Hard to decide which one I like best–they’re all fabulous!
Such a great block! Love the possibilities!
I already get your newsletter!
Very cute block, love secondary designs. Thanks for sharing!!
Great Block! I like the different color combinations.
Love your design and color choices.
That secondary design element sure pops when the blocks are placed in a project… what a deal. thank you for showing the various setting possibilities… with a little sashing added the project changes entirely… magic
Please sign me up for your newsletter… a little joy in the mailbox is always nice.
I love your block especially after seeing it put together in so many layouts. I’ll be making this one for sure, thanks!
Terrific block!
Such a versatile block!
new follower on bloglovin
congrats. your block is wonderful. i love blocks with versatility.
I am always impressed by blocks like yours that create a secondary design. t
Thank you for the inspiration!
I follow your newsletter by email.
love the purple and gray one tytyty for sharing your block with us… happyness04431@yahoo.com
i follow you on bloglovin and i get your newsletters…. happyness04431@yahoo.com
Congratulations on having a block in the magazine.
I have subscribed to your newsletter.
Pinwheels are so fun! crystalbluern at tds dot net
I am a new subscriber. crystalbluern at tds dot net
Just love those secondary designs. Congrats on having your name on the cover. It is so neat to have different versions showcasing your block. This is what your quilt is going to look like when you make this block. Thank you for being a part of QM’s 100 Blocks and the chance to win a copy of this treasured magazine.
Sandi Timmons
sandit1@sbcglobal.net
Love-love-love your block! I made a trip recently to a large fabric store and purchased essentially the exact colors of Kona cotton. A must make for me!
Love all the options!!
I love blocks like yours that can be turned into so many quilt options. Congratulations for making the magazine.
love this block.. can’t wait to see the magazine… thanks
I am a follower thanks for the extra chance
Love your block, especially the first version you show. Congrats and thanks for the chance to win.
Love your block. The end results are awesome.
Congratulations on your fantastic pinwheel block! I love all of the possibilities when changing color or pattern placements. Thank you for the chance to win!
I love blocks that do what your block does in making a design when it becomes a quilt. Looks very nice.
Awesome block! Congrats! And, thank you for a chance to win.
I am a newsletter subscriber. Thank you for a second entry. 🙂
Lovely block design, especially with all those sashing variations! Thank you for contributing to the Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks. I love seeing all the new designs.
I love the “bright” cheerfulness of the color combinations. I wonder what a yellow border would look like.
Wow. Congrats on a great block.
Intriguing versions & easy adaptations to change the quilt pattern.
I receive your newsletter.
This block is wild!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
I receive your newsletter.
Interesting way to use pinwheels. I have lots of them made up. Will have to try it.
Love the pinwheel plus with the double yellow pinwheels. Great Block!
What a great block! I love how the quilt turns out. Thanks!
What a fantastic block! It always amazes me how changing the color can make the block look so different.
I already receive your newsletter.
I love pinwheel blocks! So much fun to play with all the design options. Thank you.
All I can say is wow!
What an interesting block. I love all the variations you showed. I particularly love the mauve and gray version. Congratulations on being included.
I signed up for your newsletter and look forward to seeing more of your work.
I love your block and all the options!
I signed up for your newsletter!
I love all of the different possibilities for this block!
Super fun block-so many directions to go!
I just signed up for your newsletter too!
Congratulations! I love your Pinwheel Plus block! I am always amazed at how small changes to a block can make huge amazing differences!
Love the secondary design!!! Cool Block!!!
I’m subscribing by email!
I love pinwheels & I love the quilts you can make using this block.
Great block! The gray blocks in the gray and magenta are saying “You are getting sleepy….”
I get your email, and like you on fb.
Wonderful pinwheel plus block with great quilt variations.
love your block
Fun block. It is almost an eye fooler. It took me a moment to see it in the first layout.
Thank you for a chance to win. I already subscribe to your email.
I love your block and how it plays with design by changing the layout and color choices.
Pinwheels are a favorite block for me and your block is wonderful! Thanks for a chance to win.
Pinwheel are always a favorite.. Thanks.
I do like a good pinwheel block. Then add in the secondary design and it makes it look like two separate blocks.
Thank you for the chance to win. Your block is very cheery, and I can see those possibilities you’ve pointed out. What a fun block with which to play!
What a fun block and so many different quilts. Now that is a versatile block. Thank you so much for sharing our talent.
Looking at all your examples makes me want to try them all! It’s difficult to decide which one I like best and, then, to try some different ones. Thanks for the inspiration!
love your block and the quilts made with it!!!!!!!
So inspiring to see all the designs that can come from one block. Great block ,thanks so much
So many great options with your block, I just love that!
I get your newsletter and enjoy seeing what you are creating.
What a GREAT Block!! Loooove the quilt lay-out..and different colorways too! Would definitely make this quilt!
Thank you for chance to win your Give-a-way too! 😀
I already get your Newsletter too! 🙂
Great block! I love the versatility! This is definitely going on my to do list.
I already get your newsletter.
Secondary design quilts are my favorite. Love this!
your block is so versatile! like the layouts you’ve shown.
I follow you blog and get your newsletters. good reading!
This is my favorite block so far! Love love love it!
This is a lovely design! Thanks for showing different colorways, opening my eyes to many possibilities.
As a newsletter subscriber, I was excited also to see your name on the cover.
Your block is great!! Congrats!
Thank you for showing the variety of ways your block can be used. Very interesting.
I love to make blocks that I can rearrange to make new designs, must be the puzzle lover in me.
Debbie
I am already a subscriber! Love receiving the emails.
reillyr2(at)hotmail(dot)com
Yummy! I’m glad I kept reading and saw all the great inspiration for secondary designs. My favorite is the purple and grey.
Stars, snowflakes, and now pinwheels are my favorite designs.
reillyr2(at)hotmail(dot)com
Love your Pinwheel Plus block! It is so versatile. Thanks for sharing the color and setting variations.
I love blocks that make secondary designs! It’s like getting two blocks in one!
I get your newsletter already!
Such a fabulous block. Congrats getting your block chosen for the magazine!
Very nice block. I love the effect when you put a bunch together.
Love your modern pinwheel block. Thanks.
I’m already subscribed to your newsletter. Thanks again.
Great block! All the options are great but I do like your original/first design the best.
I’m already a subscriber to your newsletters.
I love stars on my quilts
Love all the different layout and color options!
Congratulations on your block being selected. Looks like it has lots of possibilities.
Really cool and your various colorations really show how creative the block is!
I have subscribed to your newsletter.
Pinwheels have so many possibilities, as you’ve shown. Nice job. Thanks for the chance to win.
joyecox@yahoo.com
WoW! What a great block! Love all the different layouts!
Thanks for a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
Great block and love the options.
I follow you via email.
I’m always attracted to blocks that make secondary designs. I like yours very much!
I love how the colors or sashing or layout, completely change the look of your block. Congrats on such a versatile block 🙂
I love Pinwheeels so for sure this will go on my To Do List. Great block.
I subscribe to your newsletter 🙂
I love Pinwheels so for sure this will go on my To Do List. Great block.
Pinwheels are such fun. The color choices make it look so different each time even the pattern itself never changes.
Good job Colorado gal! And thanks for sharing the different color ideas with us. Kathy in NE Colo
So glad to find your blog again. My email had problems and I lost you, so now I can rejoin. Kathy in NE Colo
Very nice!! I have to get EQ to play with too. But then I’d probably never get to using the real fabric.
It always amazes me when those secondary designs show up. I try to imagine what they will look like but I’m usually off. Thanks for showing so many possibilities.
Great block, and I love the secondary design (especially in purple). Thanks!
I follow via bloglovin
I already get your email newsletter but I’ve also subscribed to your blog with Bloglovin as tunaquilts.
I love the quilts that can be made with your block. I have to try it!
I too love blocks that form a secondary design. Your block is so bright and beautiful!
Nice block! Congratulations and thanks for the opportunity to win a copy of the magazine.
Love the look of the purple and grey. Too beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win this issue of the magazine.
Love the secondary design! So many color ideas!
I love that you’ve shown so many color variations for your block. Sometimes it’s hard to visualize the drastic differences that fabric choices make.
Your color choices are beautiful! Each one the same block but they look so different.
I love a quilt that has me looking to see something different each time. Great block to make some wonderful quilts.
I am signed up for your newsletter.
As always, you have designed a fun and interesting block! I plan to play with it some myself! Thanks for the give-away!
I love your block it is going on my to do list!
Love your block!!! It is so much fun!! Thanks for showing all of the different options! Definitely going on my “to do” list!!
I truly like your design and your presentation of different options!! Thanks!
I love blocks that make secondary patterns, yours is brilliant!
I like your block – and the different options. Like the magenta & gray particularly.
I’m blown away by your block and the possibilities!
Fun block–love seeing the setting possibilities!
What a versatile block you designed. So many possibilities. Gotta love the HST.
Love your block!!
Really like the versatility of your block – fun to play with!
Half Square Triangles- Almost limitless possibilities. Love what you have done with them.
would love to win! Love your block!
I agree with you about the fun of not only color choices but color placements as well.
Wow! So many secondary designs. Like the way you are able to do that.
Would love to win!! Thanks for the chance!!
I, too, like blocks that give a secondary pattern when put together. It makes the simplest blocks look more complicated.
This quilt would be lots of fun to make.
I love the original but all the variations are so cool.
Pinwheel Plus is awesome. Love the settings and layouts.
I’m a beginner quilter and sometimes I feel intimidated by all the wonderful quilts on your blog, but I’d still like to try a couple of blocks in this magazine. Thanks!
Pinwheels are the happiest blocks in my opinion. Your version is beautiful!!
I’m also a newsletter subscriber. Thank you for the second chance of winning!
Your block is awesome. I love that magazine.
I love how using different colors can change the whole look of a quilt. I dream quilts.
awesome quilts variations from your block. would love to have this book. thanks for the chance.
Thanks for the chance to win this awesome reference.
Secondary patterns are always so much fun.
I love the setting on your Pinwheel Plus quilt! What a beautiful block! How sweet of you to post that coloring page! That gives me some practice colors! The 100 Blocks always have such awesome blocks to play with and build on!
What a great block!
I subscribe to your newsletter.
A nice block. I like pinwheels and have lots of 1/2 square triangles waiting for special project. Congratulations on having your block selected for inclusion.
Nice job great site
Congratulations on having your block published and making the cover! I do like how your block may be used in different settings for a variety of looks. Thank you for sharing and for the opportunity to win a copy of the book.
I receive your newsletter. Thank you, again, for the opportunity to win a copy of the book.
I love your take in my favorite pinwheel block! Super design!
Love all the variations that are possible with your block!!
I am getting your email newsletters!!
I am already signed up for the newsletter and I love it.
I would love to win a copy of the 100 blocks.
What great possibilities. Congratulations on getting in!
I get your newsletter by email. Livens up my morning tea breaks. Thanks.
Love your block.
Love your block!. Would love to win the magazine as I love all the 100 block magazines from Quiltmaker.
Great block! Love how it goes together!
Your block has so many options. It would be great to win a copy of 100 Blocks. Thanks!!!
I love your option in the greys and purple! What a great versatile block!
Great block! Pinwheels are fun. I like to play around with color placement to see what secondary designs can be created.
I follow you by email.
I love working with half square triangles and I’m delighted to see your lovely designs! Thanks for the coloring page, too!