Sorry, beginner here. How much fabric does it take to do this? 36 fat eights, plus whatever other fabric is needed to make up the rest of the 36 blocks?


sounds like a lot of fabric is needed, has anyone done the math?

You need 4 1/2 yards to cut 36 fat 8ths so you would need about the same to complete the blocks.
Count on about 9 yards of fabric.

It's approx 4 1/2 yards of fabric to get the 36 fat eighths...you will be getting that 11x18 piece to work with to make a 12 1/2 inch block. So not too much more for the block. The great thing is that you would be using just as much fabric if you made the quilt all yourself..this way you get a block from all over! =) yay!

Blockhead
As the ladies previously said it really is not much more than what you would be using if you made the quilt yourself. Only this way you will get blocks from all over and have the opportunity to have fabrics included in your quilt that you may not otherwise have access to.
Hope you will decide to join us :-)
Hugs
April

Quick on the replies here!!!

As much as I'd like to play, 9 yards is too much right now. It's $20 - $25 per metre here for the nice stuff *ouch* and it could take up to a month to have it shipped from the states.

Have fun ladies and post lots of pics.

Blockhead,
You can use fabric from your stash-it does not have to be brand new.
I am sorry that you won't be joining us but I understand.
Hugs
April

Would sending a block of this (each block is appox 7" x 7"), and a F8 be okay, would I be breaking any rules???

It's a brighter in real life!

Would you want it cut up, or a border added to the square?

Donna,
I don't see why you can't send the block and an F8. I would have no objection.
Hugs
April