Sewcialites Quilt Along: Rose in Bloom Quilt Layout
FRIENDS. I’m so excited to finally share my layout plan for the Sewcialites Quilt Along. For those of you unfamiliar with Sewcialites – it’s a free block of the week project by Fat Quarter Shop. It features 36 blocks from various designers with new block releases every Friday since it started last September. It will wrap up in just a few short weeks! (To check out my individual Sewcialites blocks, visit the posts here.)
Sewcialites Quilt Along: Fabric + Color Groupings
I jumped into the Sewcialites Quilt Along late–but finally caught up! I’m making the 6″ finished block size and using Christmas Morning fabric (in shops July). The plan has been to make 40 blocks total and organize them into the following color groupings: 10 red blocks + 12 green blocks + 16 grey blocks + 2 low volume blocks. This color breakdown will make more sense in a minute…
Sewcialites Quilt Layout
Ta da! I’m using the Rose in Bloom layout for my Sewcialites blocks. (Rose in Bloom is an upcoming block of the month book coming out later this year. It was created for my Love Note fabric collection, you can read full details about it here.) What is most pertinent is that the Rose in Bloom quilt layout features (40) 6″ sampler blocks arranged in a flower-inspired layout. It’s easy to swap out those (40) 6″ sampler blocks – an thus, a great layout option for Sewcialites, Moda Blockheads, or any other 6″ sampler block programs out there.
The Rose in Bloom book is anticipated to release November 2021… a bit of a wait, but I think you’ll agree well worth it. I’ve put together a list of finishing materials for anyone who might like to make this in Christmas Morning:
MATERIALS NEEDED:
- (40) sampler blocks (in a 6″ finished size)
- The Rose in Bloom book
- 3-1/2 yards white background fabric (SKU 5147-11)
- 3 fat eighths of red fabric 9″ x 20″ each (SKUs: 5143-16, 5145-16, and 5146-16)
- 4 fat quarters of red fabric 18″ x 20″ each (SKUs: 5140-16, 5142-16, 5144-11, and 5147-16)
- 4 fat eighths of green fabric 9″ x 20″ each (SKUs: 5142-14, 5144-15, 5146-14, and 5147-15)
- 1 fat eighth of a low volume print 9″ x 20″ (SKU 5145-11)
- 3/4 yard grey floral print (SKU 5140-13)
- 1-2/3 yards light grey dot print (SKU 5147-12)
- 1/2 yard dark grey dot print (SKU 5147-13)
- 7/8 yard binding (SKU 5142-16)
- 7-7/8 yard backing (TBA – I haven’t decided which SKU)
- 92″ x 92″ batting
The Sewcialites Free Block of the Week Patterns:
Here’s a complete archive of the 6″ sampler block patterns I used to make this project:
- Block 1: Harmony by Lissa Alexander
- Block 2: Loyal by Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings
- Block 3: Affection by Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic
- Block 4: Spirited by Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique
- Block 5: Wisdom by Sherri McConnell of A Quilting Life
- Block 6: Devoted by Robin Pickens
- Block 7: Kindred by Bonnie Olaveson of Cotton Way
- Block 8: Soulful by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree Quilts
- Block 9: Gracious by Vanessa Christenson of V & Co.
- Block 10: Sincere by April Rosenthal of Prairie Grass Patterns
- Block 11: Cheer by Me & My Sister
- Block 12: Faithful by Camille Roskelley of Thimble Blossoms
- Block 13: Joy by Susan Ache
- Block 14: Serenity by Chelsi Stratton
- Block 15: Genuine by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet
- Block 16: Friendship by Carrie Nelson
- Block 17: Peace by Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs
- Block 18: Hearty by Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts
- Block 19: Unity by Lissa Alexander
- Block 20: Honor by Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings
- Block 21: Zest by Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic
- Block 22: Blessed by Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique
- Block 23: Steadfast by Sherri McConnell of A Quilting Life
- Block 24: Abundant by Robin Pickens
- Block 25: Virtue by Bonnie Olaveson of Cotton Way
- Block 26: Courage by Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree Quilts
- Block 27: Earnest by Vanessa Christenson of V & Co
- Block 28: Hope by April Rosenthal of Prairie Grass Designs
- Block 29: Delight by Me & My Sister Designs
- Block 30: Gratitude by Camille Roskelley of Thimble Blossoms
- Block 31: Noble by Susan Ache
- Block 32: Bright by Chelsi Stratton
- Block 33: Inspire by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet
- Block 34: Passion by Carrie Nelson
- Block 35: Compassion by Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs
- Block 36: Kindness by Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts
What do you think about this layout? Let me know in the comments!
Like this post? Drop your email in the box below to get new post notifications via email.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
23 Comments
Julie B
May 19, 2021 at 4:40 amI love the Rose in Bloom lay out. It looks especially striking with the Christmas morning fabrics! I am looking forward to seeing the finished quilt with the Sewcialites blocks; I am sure it will be beautiful.
Michele Zahn
May 19, 2021 at 7:32 amI too adore the Rose In Bloom layout and will be using this one! Thank you Vanessa, ever so grateful!
Laurie Copeland
June 19, 2021 at 11:57 amLove love love it, will be using too. Thank you!
Little Quiltsong
May 19, 2021 at 4:59 amWhat a wonderful idea! This layout will look beautiful in your Christmas Morning fabrics, Vanessa!
Kim Poper
May 19, 2021 at 7:28 amLove it! I was able to get my hands on Christmas Morning Fat Quarters, so beautiful! I can’t wait to use them.
lellaboutique
May 19, 2021 at 10:01 amOoh lucky! It’s been delayed so it probably won’t be in shops until June or even early July.
Karen Seitz
May 19, 2021 at 7:58 amIt looks really great! Looking forward to seeing the final quilt.
Darlene TaylorDarlene
May 19, 2021 at 8:27 amIt is absolutely lovely! You must have really been on a sewing frenzy to catch up so fast. Can’t wait to see the finished quilt.
lellaboutique
May 19, 2021 at 10:00 amThere have definitely been a few Sunday catch up days! They have been pretty to work on during those quiet days.
Cindy K.
May 19, 2021 at 8:40 amI get so many ideas looking at this blog. Love seeing your work.
lellaboutique
May 19, 2021 at 10:00 amAw thank you!
Janice
May 19, 2021 at 9:45 amI love it!
quilter52
May 19, 2021 at 12:57 pmThe Rose in Bloom layout is beautiful. It showcases your blocks wonderfully and is very creative!
Yvonne Craig
May 19, 2021 at 6:00 pmLove the layout and the fabric line❣️❣️❣️🎁
Jennifer
May 20, 2021 at 7:05 amThis is amazing. Going to add it to the top of the list!
tracey9860
May 20, 2021 at 10:18 amI have a fat eighth bundle of Christmas Morning would that be enough fabric to do the six inch blocks or do I need to wait for additional yardage to come out?
lellaboutique
May 20, 2021 at 7:25 pmI would probably recommend a fat quarter bundle, but a fat eighth bundle is a great start. I used yardage and scraps for mine, making it up as I went. (I didn’t even know what layout I was going to use when I made my blocks.) I’m sure there are certain prints I used more than others (i.e. the “Magic Dot” prints and “Comfort” near-solid prints since some of them were used as backgrounds AND in multiple blocks. Hope that helps 🙂
Janet Bain
May 21, 2021 at 2:08 amA beautiful layout with exception fabric choice. I too, have delayed starting these blocks because I like to have a layout and color plan before starting. You have made a very difficult decision effortless for me with this layout and fabric choice. Thank you.
lellaboutique
May 23, 2021 at 11:44 amI’m so glad to hear you found this helpful. It’s definitely not ideal for me to jump in and make blocks before I have a layout in mind but it just worked out great this time! Thanks for your sweet comment.
Debi Thompson
June 18, 2021 at 3:07 pmLOVE the layout!! This will give me time to complete the blocks before your Rose in Bloom pattern is released. Best layout idea I have seen for this quilt! Thank you so much!!
mary4g
June 20, 2021 at 4:39 pmI really love this layout and the fabrics. I wanted a Christmas type quilt and now I have so many ideas floating around, Thank you for the inspiration.
Jennifer Morrissey
November 2, 2022 at 5:25 pmThank you so much for the beautiful patterns and upbeat outlook! I have your book and for my first quilt, I chose the Cat’s Cradle. Very challenging! Here’s the thing: I can sure square up nine-patch seams now! Learning how to do presentable flying geese and HSTs. I can’t wait to do the Chandelier quilt! I bought 3 charm packs of Riley Blake’s Saturday in Paris, and I’ll probably use a pastel cream background and one of the flower fabrics for the backing. Thanks again!
BJK
June 5, 2023 at 7:54 amWhere can I see the finished quilt? Thank you!