Let's Get Cutting and Labeling

Welcome back to Week 2 of the "THOSE TREES" Quilt Along! I hope you’ve got your fabrics picked out and you're ready to dive in, because this week, we’re all about the cut. It’s time to take those gorgeous fabrics you’ve chosen and slice and dice them into the perfect pieces to bring your "THOSE TREES" quilt to life.

So, where do we start? With your selected fabrics, of course! Grab that background fabric and those lovely prints you’ve chosen for your trees, because we’re going to cut them down to size. But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with a step-by-step video tutorial below, that will walk you through the entire process. Whether you’re working on the Lap-Size quilt or the Table Runner, we’ll make sure every piece is perfectly prepped and ready to sew.

Your Assignment for Week 2: Cut and Label Your Fabric

Here’s a pro tip: keeping your fabric pieces organized is key to a smooth quilting experience. That’s why I’ve created some handy printable labels just for you. We’ve got big letters for the large trees and small letters for the smaller trees—both for the print fabrics and the background pieces. So, each block will have its own set of labels, keeping everything neat and tidy.

Take a few minutes to label each piece as you cut it. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later when everything’s organized and ready to go.

Remember the Two Size Options

Just a little reminder, because options are always a good thing: you can choose between two sizes for your "THOSE TREES" quilt. Whether you’re going for the cozy Lap-Size or the sleek Table Runner, make sure you’re cutting the right amounts for your chosen project.

WIN A PRIZE

Share Your Progress and Win Big!

Now, let’s talk about something really exciting—prizes! We’re absolutely buzzing to give away weekly prizes for Instagram or Facebook posts featuring the hashtag #ThoseTreesQAL. This is your chance to flaunt your fabric choices and show off your cutting skills.

Here’s the lowdown:

• What to Post: Snap a pic of your cut fabrics, maybe even with all those lovely labels attached.

• Where to Post: Share it on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #ThoseTreesQAL. Just make sure your profile is public so we can see your beautiful work!

• When to Post: between September 11th and 17th, 2024.

• What You Could Win: This week’s prize is a Layer Cake of my upcoming Low Volume fabric line STILL MORE PAPER. It’s super exclusive, and trust me, you’ll want it in your stash (especially since it won’t hit stores until November 2024!).

Each picture you post counts as an entry, and there’s no limit to how many times you can enter in a single week. Remember, each week is a new opportunity to win, so keep those entries coming!

We’ll randomly select a winner from all eligible posts, and the lucky quilter will be announced in next week’s blog post. So, get those fabrics cut and those photos posted—you might just be our lucky star this week!

And the winner of our last week’s prize is….

Woohoo! Let's shower Annette of @annettegraczewski with congratulations, our giveaway winner from last week! She's now the proud owner of the Shimmer Jelly Roll. We're just bubbling over with excitement for you!

But don't forget, there's a new chance to win each week.

So keep those entries coming For week 2: Share a photo of your neatly organized fabric cuts using #ThoseTreesQAL.

Who knows? You could be our next lucky star!

How to Win Prizes on Instagram and Facebook

Alright, fab quilters, it's time to show off those stunning fabric finds! This week’s photo challenge is a breeze:

• Snap a pic of your chosen materials. Don't forget to tag it with #ThoseTreesQAL.

• Make sure your Instagram profile is public or share your post in our Facebook group.

• Each pic counts as an entry, and guess what? There’s no limit! Post away all week long. Remember, entries reset every week, so keep those posts coming.

• Your photos need to be posted between September 11th and 17th. We’ll pick a winner randomly from all eligible entries and announce the lucky star in next week’s blog post. Good luck, and may your fabric choices be as fabulous as you are!