Bee Imaginative - February 2010

It is John from Quilt Dad's turn this month to receive swap blocks.  John requested 9 1/2 inch blocks with "the sky's the limit" block design whilst still reflecting your own style.

The fabrics sent by John were a compilation of much sought after Lush fabric by Erin Michaels, Lotus by Amy Butler, and Hope Valley by Denyse Schmidt.  I really enjoy using modern fabrics and simple piecing to make these fun blocks. 

The design of this particular block (above) is from my new Quilter's Album book by Jinny Beyer, and is called Pudding and Pie by Alice Brooks.  It was taken from an unidentified newspaper clipping, date unknown.  I found it easy to re-size and recreate.  

These blocks are winging their way back across the Pacific Ocean.  This fabric is certainly well traveled.

More of John's blocks can be seen here:  Bee Imaginative Blog