Minna Block by Carolyn Friedlander

Intermediate | 29 min

Taught by Carolyn Friedlander

Combine linear paper piecing and applique techniques to create a lovely, layered block featuring vibrant blooms. Modern quilter Carolyn Friedlander teaches you how to paper piece a background layer, remove the paper easily, and then applique curved flower petal shapes on top.

Learn how to:

Create a linear background with paper piecing
Remove paper
Trace applique designs
Baste applique pieces onto background
Applique pieces

What You'll Get:

Step-by-step expert instruction on how to combine techniques to create a lovely, layered block
1 HD video lesson you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list and a downloadable PDF template ($16 value)
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters

Introduction
Overview00:28
Materials01:24

Create Block
Paper-piece background and applique foreground27:13

Materials

Here’s what you’ll need:

Finished Size: Square is 7 1/2” x 7 1/2”

Background template printed on paper
Bloom template printed on paper or template plastic
Sewing machine
Table extension for sewing machine (optional)
Quilting needle for machine
50wt cotton thread in three colors: a neutral color for machine piecing, and colors to match and contrast applique
Seam gauge
Thread conditioner (optional)
Rotary cutter
Cutting mat
Quilting ruler
Iron
Ironing surface
Sharp snips
Applique pins
Hand-applique needle
Quilting cotton fabrics:
1” wide green strips for stems
3¼” wide strips for background
5” scraps for appliques in desired colors and patterns