This is what it looked like at my house yesterday morning. AND it’s cold, going to be sub-zero tonight! Thankfully my husband cleaned the construction mess out of the garage and I could park in there so my car doors didn’t freeze shut. Nothing like a snow and ice storm and sub-zero weather to get you in the mood for the holidays though!
To celebrate the beginning of December I have 4 copies of the latest Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks to give away. That’s right 4 copies. Just leave a comment telling us your least favorite quilt block to make and I will pick 4 winners on Monday.
I would choose the Double Wedding Ring. All those bias edges...especially if you are hand piecing. My hats are off to anyone who can make a flat quilt-top!
Posted by: Debbie S, | 12/02/2011 at 06:50 AM
I don't like to make any blocks that have Y seams. I can never make the corner look nice.
Posted by: Jill | 12/02/2011 at 07:06 AM
Mine would be the Snowball to boring...sorry to hear about your snow, we on the other hand are still doing the happy dance as we have none here (North Dakota), which is so rare for us.
Posted by: Karen Martin | 12/02/2011 at 07:29 AM
I'm sorry to say I don't like anything with lots of half- or quarter-square triangles. The 'non-value-added' part of trimming them down drives me nuts!
Posted by: Sarah in MI | 12/02/2011 at 07:30 AM
My least favorite block to make is 7 sisters. I have a horrible time getting all those points to match!!
Yvonne
Posted by: Yvonne Morman | 12/02/2011 at 07:40 AM
I can't think of a particular block, but I've decided that I really dislike paper piecing on the machine.
Posted by: Maryann | 12/02/2011 at 07:41 AM
I don't think I have a least favorite--I mostly do applique! But I do have a hard time with something like a pinwheel.
Posted by: Ruth C | 12/02/2011 at 07:41 AM
I am not sure that I have a "least favorite" block. On the other hand, I do not enjoy making complex blocks that are smaller than six-inches. Working with the really small miniatures, even if it is possible to paper foundation piece them, pushes my patience level.
Posted by: Nancy Noah | 12/02/2011 at 07:55 AM
I can't think of a particular block, but blocks with zillions of pieces scare me.
Posted by: Michele | 12/02/2011 at 07:57 AM
LOL...stars...any kind. Even if they are "right", they never look right to me!! (Thanks for the opportunity, and LOVE the snow pictures!!)
Posted by: Rachel | 12/02/2011 at 08:04 AM
My least favorite block is drunkard's path, I sooooo struggle with curved seams . Thanks for a chance to win this great CD
Posted by: Hilde | 12/02/2011 at 08:07 AM
Those curved seams get me every time - so any block with curved seams is my absolute least favorite!
Posted by: Dawnmarie | 12/02/2011 at 08:28 AM
I don't really have a least favorite block some are just more tedious than others when you are making a whole quilt with them. I guess that would be my only complaint!
Posted by: Erin | 12/02/2011 at 08:54 AM
I must have some kind of mind reversal when it comes to foundation piecing on the machine. I should just stick to hand applique for the tricky stuff!
Posted by: Donna Baze | 12/02/2011 at 09:04 AM
I'm always cutting my points off when I make flying geese!
I know there are tips and tricks out there but for some reason I can never make those points work!
Posted by: Jane Swanson | 12/02/2011 at 09:04 AM
Least favourite? Gee...I dunno...something boring I suppose, I like a bit of a challenge but my most favourite would be anything appliqued.
Do I have to name a block? okay.... how about a log cabin.
Posted by: The Quilt Rat | 12/02/2011 at 09:11 AM
oh.....and CONGRATULATIONS on once again being a part of this FABULOUS publication..it is one I really REALLY look forward to.
Posted by: The Quilt Rat | 12/02/2011 at 09:13 AM
I know I'm in the minority here...but I hate making stars. Not a big star fan.
Posted by: Ruth B | 12/02/2011 at 09:24 AM
I don't think I have enough experience yet to have found a block I hate, but I do get bored if it is too simple or if I'm disliking my color choices.
Posted by: Lisa | 12/02/2011 at 09:25 AM
I can't really say that I hate the block but the wedding block is challenging for me because of all of the pieces and not getting them mixed up.
Posted by: jojo | 12/02/2011 at 09:53 AM
Strom at sea. I love the look of it, but do many pieces and those long narrow triangles.
Posted by: Sally m | 12/02/2011 at 10:07 AM
My least favorite block to make is the churn dash for some reason. It never looks right to me even though all the parts measures straight and true, I am never happy with my effort.
Posted by: Jennifer Padden | 12/02/2011 at 10:29 AM
My least favorite block is the log cabin although I just made 2 quilts using log cabin blocks.
Although your snow looks pretty, you can keep the snow. I live in NY and its cold here but no snow. I hope it stays away at least until Christmas.
Posted by: Sandi1100 | 12/02/2011 at 10:36 AM
I'm envious of your snow. We're hoping for some here in the desert today. I haven't run across any blocks that I don't enjoy making, but I haven't made anything too complicated. I love the look of the Mariners compass, but I'm thinking those thin points would make me crazy. Oh, the orange peel blocks look intimidating as well. Yikes. Thank you so much for offering this issue. I'm thinking there is enough inspiration within the pages to to last for a very long time!
Posted by: Ranch Wife | 12/02/2011 at 10:53 AM
I am not a fan of anything with too many half square triangles. I like the look but not the process. Thanks so much for the chance on your giveaway!
Posted by: Jill | 12/02/2011 at 11:01 AM