Leaving out one of the design elements
 

The blocks that don't highlight one of the design elements are very interesting. A totally different look! Thanks everyone for sharing - they are all great.

How much snow you getting Sulabug?

Hi QuilterMomma. I'm also Western WA (on the Peninsula to be specific); we've already have 3 inches and it is still snowing.

My BIL sent us some pictures of what it's doing in Sequim - sure glad I'm not there. And my boss has closed our office for probably the rest of the week in Port Angeles. Glad to be here in Arizona.

Hi everyone,
Would you believe it, but so far no snow yet!! :D It is still in the forecast for later this evening & into tomorrow. I am hoping that we don't get snowed in, here in Yakima. I hope everyone is staying warm & safe. I will keep you posted.
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Close to 4 inches here. The trees and plants were all laden with snow. Actually was quite pretty. Then the sun came out and began to melt it. But, Schools are closed tomorrow, so my office is closed too. (our rule is if the schools think it is too dangerous out there on the roads, so do we). Nice. I even get paid. Nicer. Another snow day, yipee! Don't fret Sulabug, I'm sure it is coming your way soon.
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January 2012 BOM
 

I love the Snowblossoms block. Can't wait to start after a long absence from the board. My computer has been down for several months and I finally got the money to have it repaired. Missed everyone while I was gone. Hope everyone is well and enjoying this winter weather (or at least trying to hang in there til Spring).

Waving from 95F. over here.

Waving but also wilting.

Come on over & we can make a Snowman together!! :D That should cool you down a bit!!
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Sounds good Sulabug.:thumbup:

Could you send some of that temperature over here? It's cold here :(

Sending it express post. :D

My Snow Blossom Block
 

Here is my Snow Blossom. I have also posted a picture of my oopsy block. Lesson: do not rush through a sewing project late at night just to finish it because you have to be a work early in the morning and won't have time to finish it before work!
I really like the idea of calendar blocks. Think I may make a couple for gifts.

Which of the 2 blocks go in the gift one??? Your braver than me to show your blooper block.

Thanks I enjoyed seeing both and actually like them both.

AddieLou: The second one looks artistic, like snowblossom night and day.
Thanks for showing us both.

I quite like the offset look of your oopsy block.

Addie Lou..........Both of your Snow Blossom blocks are wonderful!! :D What pretty fabric's you have used in putting them together. Your fabric with the snowflakes is my very favorite. You have a great idea of making extra Calendar blocks to make gift's, when they are all done. Way to go, girl!! :D The second block posted looks just perfect for a day & night star look. You just have to use it. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us here on the quilting board.
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I love your block. I also like your "blooper" block - I think you could use it successfully in the right quilt!

hahah thanks, everyone! I couldn't believe that I didn't even notice it until it was all done and I stepped back to look at it! I took of the two pieces that weren't right and fixed it so the mistaken one is no more. I will try to use those pieces in something else.

Good for you!! :D We quilter's can always come up with a solution, can't we?
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Hello Everyone,

This month is close to an end & I hope everyone is just about finished with their January Snow Blossom blocks. Before we know it, the February block will be posted & we can get started making our next one!! :D I can hardly wait, as I get way to excited about the next one!! :D If anyone has any question's be sure to ask, so we can help you out. Have a great weekend.
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I am already looking forward to the February block. I've been in a slump and I hope the BOM and forum will get me going again.

I think this year is going to be really interesting, with every month doing something different. I am so looking forward to the next block, but I sure hate wishing my life away just to get another block to work on.

I'm having the same "slump" problem since my mother passed away on New Years Day. I can't seem to be able to get started on anything...hope I get over this soon.

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I will be praying that you will find peace and comfort.

My sympathies to you on the passing of your mom.

I'm sorry, Surfergirl. Did your mom sew or quilt? Maybe you could make these blocks kind of as a memory quilt for or about her. Put small touches of things she liked or that remind you of her in each one.

Beautiful idea. Surfergirl your loss will be hard to overcome,but will get better.

Sorry to hear of your loss, Surfergirl. What a wonderful idea for a memory quilt. Maybe in your Mom's favorite colors?

Sorry to hear of your loss Surfergirl. I lost my mom almost 14 years ago and I still miss her very much. A memory quilt is a great idea, I finally started one to honor her. Not with fabric that was hers as there isn't any but I'm making a chicken quilt as she loved chickens and bright colors.

I am sorry about your mother.

So sorry to hear about your mom's passing.

Thank you all so much. My mother was a wonderful woman and I miss her so very much. A memory quilt is a good idea and I will give it some thought.

Just checking in to see if everyone is still getting their Snow Blossom block done, for January. Don't feel pressured to hurry if you are behind. Just be sure to post pictures & share with all of us here on the quilting board. Happy Sewing!!
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How do I officilly join this group?

Hello there,
There is no need to offically join this 2012 Calendar BOM project. You just need to find the January 2012 & February 2012 pattern's, listed under Block of the Month & Week. Make a copy of the pattern's, pick out your fabric color's you want to use & start sewing!! :D There are no time limits as to when you have to finish your block, just be sure to post a picture when you are finished, so everyone can see your nice work. These blocks are for you to keep so when the year has ended you will have enought block's to make your own quilt. Either for yourself or a gift to someone special to you. Good Luck & keep us informed on how things are going!!
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January Snow Blossom Block pattern.

http://www.quilterscache.com/S/SnowblossomsBlock.html

February Heart Cat Block pattern.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art1667.asp.

Heya Sulabug and everyone.. Finally have all of my quilting stuff out of storage and Im set up in our new house. Between the moving and having a bad car accident. My quilting was put on hold :( When I was unpacking I came across all the house squares from last year and I made a mental note to log back in to the site here and see whats happening. Ive printed out both Jan and Febs patterns and am off to play in my fabric. Will post soon as I am done. Im so glad you are all still here. Hugs. Jen

Jen...congratulations on the new house. Looking forward to seeing your Jan and Feb blocks. Glad you're back!

Hi Jen........I am so thrilled to see that you are back with all of us again. We missed you, but are glad you are back. Congrat's on your new house & I hope you are well recovered from your accident, too. Most of us are still working on our House blocks for 2011, at some point or another. Myself, I am making a few more of them, to make a bigger quilt. We can't wait to see your new blocks for the Calendar theme BOM for 2012. Do keep us posted as we always want to see the new blocks!! SHOW & TELL are US!!
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