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Originally posted by sewlove2quilt:
The last couple of days, I've been working on Mar blocks. Have 2 made...here's the 1st 1...

Sewlove, what is the name of this star block?

KC, I believe it's the Missouri Star

http://www.quilterscache.com/M/MissouriStarBlock.html

Thanks, Angela. I'll have to save that in my "to do" folder!

Yesterday I finished the blocks for August. Now I've got the whole year ready. I'll be mailing to KC (Apr/Nov) this week.

Thank you Mary Beth, for the six beautiful blocks. I will post pictures when the quilts are finished.

Aliquilt, I mailed your blocks today. I carried them around in my car for three days, lol, but never fear they are now in the hot little hands of the USPO.
Joan

Since I seldom host a month, I try to make several blocks for the hostesses. Last week, as I was making some Louisiana blocks for KC I wasn't paying close enough attention and put them together incorrectly. However, Aliquilt listed quilter's choice for her month so she will be getting these.

Aliquilt, please PM me your updated address. I have the address on Harrison that you said is incorrect. I'll get these in the mail as soon as I get it.

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Then I made some for KC like she requested. These will be sent out tomorrow.

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I've got these ready to mail to KC1930

And these will go in the mail for Terrimae

MaryLou.. just emailed you the hostess list for this year.

I haven't been out of the house for a couple days...and my house has been an internet dead zone ugghh...anyway..Pvillelou, the blocks are cute and I pm'd back my address. I received very cool blocks Wednesday and Thursday from Sewlove2quilt and Quiltimama2...all the blocks will play well together. I'm finishing up a "CAR" quilt from my friend's sons birthday in April and a cutting for a couple swaps, then will work on putting these together. I made it to Fabric Shack/Waynesville last week to find several fabrics perfect for backings--cause they were $1.98 yard!! no excuse now not to get some things finished up!

AngelaC..nice! thanks. I look forward to seeing them in person.

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Originally posted by Aliquilt:
I received very cool blocks Wednesday and Thursday from Sewlove2quilt and Quiltimama2...all the blocks will play well together.

Aliquilt, I only mailed mine Monday. Is there a Quiltimama2? or do they come from someone else? One of my blocks was a hexagon applique block and the other one was concentric squares.
Joan

Quiltnana2, I did get your 2 very cute blocks yesterday. I'm not home to double-check the two names I have listed in that previous post.

MaryLou, your cute blocks arrived yesterday. After I add borders on a QOV, make some blocks for KC and finish the toddler quilt, I'll be playing with the blocks I've received. No rush on sending blocks if someone is still planning on sending, I have a couple other swaps I can add them too! KC, thanks for posting that picture. I know I sometimes forget how little so many people have and how touched/grateful they are to receive a beautiful quilt! I sobbed through the PBS special on QOV yesterday, which also reminded me. Thanks ladies!

AngelaC and Pvillelou, your blocks arrived today!

Many thanks for the packages of sunshine!

Aliquilt and KC, I'm glad the blocks arrived.

As I look ahead on the hostess list, I see that terrimae and Aliquilt are both requesting red/white/blue blocks. Do the two of you want that to be restricted to bright red and bright blue as on our flag or is it OK to use reds that are almost maroon/burgundy and blues that are closer to navy? I have a lot of the darker ones on hand but will buy the brighter ones if you prefer that.

The reason I'm looking so far ahead is that I often do a future month at the same time as a current month if they use the same fabrics and/or patterns. It seems easier to me that way. Also I know I'm going to be super busy in May and June so I'm hoping to work ahead a bit.

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Originally posted by Aliquilt:
Quiltnana2, I did get your 2 very cute blocks yesterday. I'm not home to double-check the two names I have listed in that previous post.

Glad you got them OK. I didn't take a photo before I mailed them so don't have one to post.

The mailperson dropped off four lovely blocks for April and November from Terrimae! Many thanks for the bonus triangles!

Glad to see that blocks are being made for the hostesses.

Aliquilt is the hostess for March and I'm sure she can still use some blocks.

KC1930 is the hostess for April. I know that she has received some blocks already. Lets help her out for her quilts.

Did you see the picture she posted above! How nice to see what your work is doing. (Thanks for posting KC..)

Mailed blocks along with the triangles yesterday to KC... (oops - no picture.. I did them in January and forgot to identify which went to you.)

Sewlove, looking forward to your blocks!

Here are blocks sent in for April by Elainetoo:

And also for November! Many thanks, Elaine!

Ah, glad they arrived. Wasn't sure if I included November's or not. If there's time later this year I'll make a couple more for November - never know.

pvillelou, as to your question about color...as for me, the maroon/navy shades are fine. I have plenty of fabrics in each family for filling in as needed. Will be glad to have whatever blocks you are able to send. Thank you.

AngelaC, your blocks arrived safely..not sure when as I was out of town..but they are here, and even lovelier in person. Thanks.

Sewlove, the Louisana block is so cute for the kiddies so why not use them both months? It will also save postage $ for those of you who would like to make them for the year.

Since this is April 1st, here is a list of blocks I have so far for April only. I'll post the ones many of you sent in for November when that month comes along. Again, thank you all of the extra triangles!

**Charmingsister-2 blocks
**Angela C.-2 blocks
**Pvillelou-3 blocks
**Terrimae-2 blocks
**Elainetoo-2 blocks
**Fayejean-2 blocks
**Sewlove2quilt-2 blocks
**MTFarmer-5 blocks



Jamauk, I never heard if you got my blocks in February.

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Originally posted by KC1930:

Since this is April 1st, here is a list of blocks I have so far for April only. .

KC - I'm planning on sending you blocks as well but things are a little crazy right now. don't give up on me, OK?
Joan

Never happen!

Got three blocks from Fayejean today! Thanks for the snippets!

Saturday I was running errands and when I got home there was a big box by the door. I had been expecting a small box but nothing this big. It was stuffed with 10 minute blocks from Wiley!! oh and a couple blue/white blocks, maybe paperpiece? very cool. I'm not home (mine is an internet dead zone, which is why it's taken so long to post this, sorry) but I there were over 20 blocks, several different male-themed fabrics with wow backgrounds. I have fabrics to put with them in my stash. Thanks so much. After I quilt a toddler quilt and do my strip swap, I'll be working with these. Thanks again!!

Aliquilt, I'm just happy they will be put to good use.

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Originally posted by Fayejean:
Thank you Mary Beth, for the six beautiful blocks. I will post pictures when the quilts are finished.

So glad they made it, looking forward to seeing the quilt.

Sewlove, your package arrived today and your blocks are certainly bright! Thanks for also enclosing the snippets!

My list of April blocks (so far) is updated in the above post. Thank you all for your generous support!

Has anyone heard from Jamauk? I never heard if she got my blocks in February.

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and her November blocks...

KC thank you for sending all the pictures. I will eventually get them uploaded, so don't stop sending. Thanks.

Terrimae and jmauk.. I'm sending blocks to both of you this week. My next few months are going to be chocked full.. so trying to get ahead a little.

Here's terrimae's..

And here are jmauk's. Glad to have found a place to use these stray blocks that have been laying around.

KC1930 - I finished 5 blocks - for April, can make more for fall. They will be in the mail this week. Cindy

Two blocks arrived today from Ajne! Many thanks!

Elainetoo, I'll be watching for your lovely blocks. Thanks so much.

Elainetoo's lovely blocks arrived safely. Thank you so much.

Anyone hear from jmauk? I sent her blocks for February and never heard from her if they arrived? Did anyone who sent her blocks hear from her?

I just was notified by mail that I have been awarded a mini-grant of $250 from our state quilting organization for batting and backing for the Sunshine quilts to be made from April and Novemeber blocks! I don't have to pay it back--just submit photos of the finished quilts and a report at a state meeting. Awesome, huh?

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MTFarmer, your five blocks arrived today. The boys will love the football print for sure!

Thanks again to all the ladies who sent me blocks for April!

And two more for April (total of five blocks!)

Here is the final list of those who sent me in blocks for April:

**Charmingsister-2 blocks
**Angela C.-2 blocks
**Pvillelou-3 blocks
**Terrimae-2 blocks
**Elainetoo-2 blocks
**Fayejean-2 blocks
**Sewlove2quilt-2 blocks
**MTFarmer-5 blocks

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