Here is the link to the 10-Minute Block Book on Connecting Threads.

http://www.connectingthreads.com/Boo...s__D45225.HTML

Is it just me? If we've got the instructions on video and all there is are three seams, why buy the book? Just wondering what the excitement is all about . . . .

Glad you asked that. Only thing I can think of is maybe the book has more than one pattern?

Yes, the book has blocks done using layer cakes and jelly rolls, but also gives yardage for different sizes of quilts, so you can use your own yardage. It tells you how to do regular square or curved finishes for the center. It tells you how to add extra "centers" between blocks. It has great step by step illustrated instructions. I have not had time to try it yet, but am planning on making one soon.

I couldn't sleep last night so decided to get on here around 5 this morning. I took a look at the video at least 5 times before I tried it. I had some odd 6 inch blocks I wouldn't know what to use on so I tried it with them. My first block was awsome! I was hooked. I spent the day cutting untill I felt guilty and had to make dinner, clean the kitchen and make a couple of hospital runs! Long story. But anyway if I weren't so tired I'd be back at the table cutting or sewing. BUt I did make 4 blocks and it was about 10 mins per each. Except one I had to work on. I will say the smaller the block that harder it is to line up the middle block but believe me if I can do it I know you can!! I was so tickled I had to show my girls when they came over. Oh I also done the Cathedral center block. Yeah I can make them but still I woudln't mind having the book, I'd like to make added center blocks like on ones you've completed. I think it would be a challenge but worth it.

Had hoped to see pictures of quilts done with this pattern..

Mine turned into a UFO. Had to do 4 fast quilts for my grandsons Christmas. Well 3 for the boys and 1 doll quilt for my youngest grand daughter. I did clean up the sewing area last night and found the blocks, I do want to get them done. I enjoyed doing them!

well get it finished up and show us!!

I take it that is an order Maam!! Ok Ok, I'll put it on my do soon list!! Today is my brothers BD and have to take him to dinner later, maybe I can work on it tomorrow. Thanks for the push! I needed that! HA! :-)

Well ok enjoy the evening and Happy Birthday to him but then I hope to see pictures of the quilt soon!!

I ordered it from Amazon.com. It came from an ind. seller but I found it on the Amazon site...

a bit more info on 10 minute blocks , different patterns.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgAZ3...DEF6C601DFBED2

Thanks for the link. I have the 10 Min.Block book and have made a couple of quilts using her tecq. But think I'll try her Twist & Turn next. Love YouTube videos

It is by Suzanne McNeill.. amazon.com has it. I love this pattern, I made a twin size one for my SS at church and it only took me about 4 hours total..start to finish including machine quilting it. I got the pattern from youtube too. I want to try the one that has the triangles in the corners next.
Happy Stitchin' Linda B.

http://www.amazon.com/10--Minute-Blo...9997381&sr=1-8

Makes it look easy. Thank you for sharing.

really is such an easy fast block to do..

I sewed one block up and sent it to a sewing friend of mine..
Got an e-mail from her yesterday and she loved the block and has made 12 of them in the 10 inch size.. (I used 5 in. blocks for her sample.)These are addictive and contagious!! (( in a fun way))

Looks sooooo easy, think I will give it a try

Casper..when we moved my machine rode right beside me in the front seat of my truck *L* The cat was in the back seat..it was a long ride for her..we moved 6 hours away from where we were. Been here 11 years now..don't plan anymore moves (hopefully) anytime soon..
I love this block. Here are a couple of photos of the twin size one I made for my SS at church. I finished it in 4 hours. The only thing I had problems with was making sure the center square didn't 'sneak' back up and try to come out of the last seam..once I figured that out they went together fast & easy peasy..I added some sashing and corner squares on mine. Suzanne McNeill (the designer) is on facebook. I emailed her a photo of it and she sent me back a nice email.
Happy Stitchin' Linda B.

Wow the sashing and cornerstones really add a nice touch. Great thinking!!

I just made one and like the center bow about 1/2" smaller than rest of bow.... I tried it both ways. All 5 squares same and then center smaller. Will be posting in next few days. it is a easy one onece all is cut. fast to sew together as well.

Here is the link to one I followed.. Same but a little different.

http://www.reginagrewe.de/00main/05gratismuster_e.html

Go for it Deb, :) use some of the floating materials (((hugs)))

I love the colors that you used! :thumbup: :thumbup:

Fantastic block,Gonna try this one for sure!

The block is sew pretty. I love the colors/prints used. Did you do a whole quilt in these colors?

What size squares would I start with to end up with a 12.5 inch block?

love it ,looks easy and fun

This is one of the easiest and most fun blocks I have done. I couldn't get the book, 10-Minute Blocks, at my LQS, but found it this summer at my favorite Montana quilt shop when I visited this summer...am currently making a lap quilt using 2 charm packs plus a little yardage of the 2011 Minnesota fabric...I'll try to post pics when it's done...I'm a newbie at that sort of thing!

I'm not positive but I think that 7" squares will make 12.5.

Thanks so much for the link. Looks like a fun project!

No It doesn't add up but you could cut down & square up! :-)

How do you quilt the blankets made with these squares?

wow sounds like alot of fun .can't beat easy

More pictures and how are the seams pressed? I've ordered the book but don't want to wait to start!!

That is so pretty.

what size block for the middle of the larger block. say a 4 or 5 in block what size for the middle.thanks for all info.