I have a box of 3.5″ nine patches just waiting for designs like this. I also have some inky-dark fabrics that I have trouble incorporating into other projects. These are for donation. Nann’s...

I cheered when I saw the block for this month since I have a container overflowing with 3-1/2 inch 9 patches that I swapped over many months with fellow lovers of these little blocks. I’m so glad to put them to use. I’ll donate my 4 blocks this month since I have plenty that I can use to try out Sophie’s suggested pattern. Kathie...

Since February is a short month, I’ve chosen this quick-to-make, scrappy block for us and if you happen to have some 3 inch (finished size) 9-patch blocks at your house, you’re almost done. I call it an Alternating 9-patch and you can find the block directions here: Alternating 9-Patch Block When you post your blocks, use the tag Alt-9P for your blog post. Your 9-patch units can be made from your choice of fabrics, as long as the...

3 is a good start for me in January....

I have not posted anything for so long, I find it’s different now. Hope to do it right. Here are my two blocks. Fun colors! Christa in...

Here are my 3 blocks for Jan. Happy Quilting. :)Carol...

8 from me for donation. Had fun making these! Karen...

These are my 9 Fireball blocks for the drawing. So easy and fun to...

I am new to Block lotto and this is my first post! I am in Michigan…brrr. My friend has been a member for sometime now and has been having so much fun I wanted to...

Gorgeous scrappy stars arrived from Karen N. in South Africa today. Such beautiful fabrics were used.

I enjoyed making the January blocks — the colors provided heat during a nice steady snow here in Michigan. A good time to hole up and get serious about sewing and sharing. Thanks, Sophie, for the inspiration and good instructions.

Well, these are just like (insert your favorite snack here), totally addictive. I pulled a bunch of red and white strips and couldn’t stop until they were all gone! One of my 2019 goals is to get serious about clearing out some scraps that have been waiting their turn far too long and Sophie’s Drunken Fireballs layout inspired me. I plan to give it a chance to make them shine. In the meantime, my schedule is full so these are for...