Quiltcast Big Tent Block Swap 2010

What does everyone think of the block pattern I chose? I had a hard time picking one that I thought would be easy for beginners but still fun for experienced quilters.

I like this pattern! It is fun and can be really fun in most types of fabrics.

I like the pattern. I have never made this block so I am looking forward to digging into my stash to get them put together.

Deadline is almost here! Pass the word along to your friends :) Then we can get started on the blocks and post pictures of our swap.

The pattern you link to says in the top left corner that these finish to 10", but in the description you say to cut to 10 and a half. Do you want us to upscale the pattern or finish at 10" using the current pattern? Thanks

When the blocks are sewn together into a quilt they will end up being 10" square. Blocks that are not sewn into a quilt yet will be 10.5" due to the 1/4 seam allowance on all sides.

The pattern will have you create 10.5" blocks that will be sewn into a quilt creating blocks that will then measure 10" square.

I'm a newbie to Swap-bot. Where do I find the info of my assigned partner?

I am an experienced quilter but I had a little difficulty with this block. I ended up drafting it on squared paper after unpicking a few times. I would have prefered a block that required no templates as it would have been a lot quicker. I don't think I'll be doing a full quilt with this swap but will look forward to doing further swaps. Good luck to everyone. My blocks are ready to be dispatched.

I also had a little difficulty w/ this block because of the templates. I finally managed to make 4 blocks that finished at 10.5 inches for this exchange. Whenever I've made this type of tilted block before, I have sewn oversized rectangles to the center then trimmed the block to the desired size. That method is a lot easier and more accurate than dealing w/ the long skinny triangle.

Sorry about the template problem! I didn't test the pattern before assigning it and probably should have. It seemed simple enough. Does everyone want to swap something different or stick with this pattern?

Mine are already done but I'll go along with the rest of the group. Has anyone seen Crumb piecing ? Its easy,uses almost any size scraps, no templates and addictive. I actually have made 26 blocks (5") in one sewing session and can't stop ! Its so much fun. Once you have the blocks there are so many ways to put the blocks together into a quilt. Check out http://quiltville.com/crumbspf.html, you wont be dissappointed..

@Smoothquilter - I was really hoping to do a string block swap or crumb swap at some point since it is fun to put those scraps to work. Maybe that'll be part of the next swap I host.

Everyone that answered the e-mail I sent said they'd stick it out, especially since some already had their blocks done.

I didn't get an email, and I signed up Oct 29.

Did you actually join the swap or just create a swapbot account? I don't see you listed in the participants list at all. :( Sorry!

We will be doing another Swap after this one so sign up for that.

I finished one block and I'm nearly finished with the others. I think using the freezer paper on the back kept the fabric from moving around so much, my blocks turned out fine. I also made the triangles bigger than they should have been and just trimmed the block down to 10.5". That worked out much faster and it was more accurate I think. Will finish mine this week and get them mailed out. Looking forward to an easier block next time! :)

re the question did I join the swap or just create an account, I thought I did everything I was supposed to do. At a minimum I created the account. What else am i supposed to do other than come to this page http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/73949

You would have to click "Join Swap" once you come to the page. It is past the deadline now so you aren't able to do that any longer. The button is located after the swap description and there is also an option to "watch swap" so you can just see how it went without actually participating.

Your swap bot account is good for any swap on swapbot so you have to tell it which swaps you want to participate in. :)

I received my blocks today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not sure if I'm supposed to say who they came from, so I won't say it yet....but many thanks to my partner! Love them!

I received my blocks this week and I love them!! Off to e-mail my partner with a big thank you!! Mine are ready to mail on Monday. I am excited about them.

I got my blocks and all I can say is WOW!!! Laura's blocks are beautifully pieced and her fabric choices are wonderful! Plus she included a special treat. Thank you so much! Debbie in Spring Valley

Almost everyone has sent out their blocks! We're only missing blocks from 4 swappers. I'm trying to figure out if they plan on sending out any blocks or if I need to start making replacement blocks for their partners. Swap ends Saturday!

Please link photos of your blocks in Big Tent.

I am signed up...I am behind schedule because of Christmas gifts I will have mine done Friday!

Well after looking at this last night and this morning I just realized I didnt sign up for the swap I only signed up for a swapbot account :( I will keep my eyes open on big tent for the next one!

I'm planning out the next one soon! I'll post when it is up.

All participants have reported that they've sent out their blocks to their partners. If you haven't received your blocks by 1/21/11 please e-mail me and I'll make replacements for you.