APRIL BOM

[Margo C.]

I just wasn't happy with the way my stars looked, so today I added some simple embroidery stitches, and l like it better now!
I think my fabric was just too solid, it needed a little something!

[Carla G.]

Although it was lovely..... I agree with u Margo, it sets it off much better now.

Carla

[Carla G.]

OK girls........I finally started.I began with April and I'll work backwards untill I get caught up. Since Ricky had a fabric sale I went wild and bought up enough for this quilt. Hope I can keep up.

Camille

[Carla G.]

Oh yeah......picture is on my profile. I'll get used to this eventually.

Camille

[Margo C.]

WELCOME TO BOM, CAMILLE! Your first block is great! We look forward to seeing the rest when you get them done!

[Margo C.]

Camille, luv how U used the zigzag stitch for the berry stems, very creative.

Linda

[Margo C.]

My block for April is posted. I used Suzanne Marshall's method for the bias strips and will never go back to the old method. My bias bars are retired!
It's amazing the depth Sue Garman achieves in these designs with the layered stems and leaves.
Marge in Ohio where Spring is really here!

[Margo C.]

Beautiful, Marge! I think the circles you added to the stars really made a big difference! And I, too, like Suzanne's method for bias stems!

[Lynn K.]

Great work, ladies! Love the zig-zag stitch............and the star-centers are great! Gotta get going here. Still gluing and cutting!

Lynn

[Lynn K.]

Camille, Love it! Keep up the great work!

Maggie in sunny Illinois

[Lynn K.]

My block for April is posted. I used Suzanne Marshall's method for the bias strips and will never go back to the old method. My bias bars are retired!
It's amazing the depth Sue Garman achieves in these designs with the layered stems and leaves.
Marge in Ohio where Spring is really here!

Marge, I really love your block!!! It is just stunning, you did a wonderful job, and those circles in the in the center of the stars, nice!

Heather

[Lynn K.]

Oooo and ahhhh... what more can I say? Your block is gorgeous! You certainly are talented; I can see your art "background" in your color choices! Nice work.

[Lynn K.]

The April blocks are beautiful. I have made 22 of the circles and will get the rest done tomorrow. I have picked out the fabrics for the rest of the block. I am dying to get to it, but have to finish a Quilt of Valor so I can get it and 3 others sent off. Too many projects. :roll:

Nancy in NC

[Judy M.]

Camile & Marge, I LOVE your blocks! Judy in torrance

[Sandy F.]

I finished my April BOM last night. I used Sharon Schambers foundation / glue method for the applique and by the time the block was finished it was very stiff. I even used the foundation paper for the berries. I kept telling myself that it would soften after being washed but I admit I had my doubts. I filled the sink with soap and warm water and left the block soaking while I caught up on some chores I had neglected all day. Like magic it softened. I checked again this morning and it is still soft after completely drying. I really like the foundation paper / glue method for needle turn applique. Will post a picture when I get home from work this afternoon. Sandy TN