sewcialities block 35 – compassion

It’s time for block 35 for the Sewcialities sew-along from Fat Quarter Shop!  If you’ve been following this sew-along, you should be very excited!  After this block, there is only one block left, and then you can assemble and finish your quilt.

This week’s block, designed by me, is called Compassion, and it’s super easy.  If you’re making the 3″ version of this quilt, you’ll thank me for this easy one.  Everyone should have success with this block because it’s designed for beginners. My only advice is to starch and press your fabrics before you cut.  The starch gives the fabric more body and helps keep it from raveling.

This sew-along includes three sizes of each block, 3″, 6″, and 9″.  I’ve made all 3 sizes for my sample because it’s so easy it was a joy to make!  The block looks great in any fabric, but instead of a solid for my background, I chose two prints from my collection of 3 Sisters fabrics.

So, pick your favorite size, and head over to The Fat Quarter Shop for the pattern.  You’ll find all the Sewcialities blocks on their website. It’s not too late to print them all out.  There are 36 blocks total, and you’ll get the last one next Friday over on the Jolly Jabber blog.  Then it’s onto assembly and finishing.  It’s always exciting when a sew-along completes.

Happy sewing!

Anne