Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 101, 102, 103, 104 and 105/121

I’m on a roll. Not many to go now!

All block instructions are in Jennifer Chiaverini’s book called The Loyal Union Sampler.

First up is a bit of an optical illusion. It’s called Susquehanna.

This is my version of Tea Leaves which is supposed to have tiny appliquéd curves. I didn’t want appliqué on this quilt so I made my own straight line version. I did try to piece the original curvy one but it didn’t look good.

This is Then and Now which I really love.

Fourth is Timepiece.

Finally, this is Twin Star.

Ooh! I’m almost on the final row 🙂

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by Oh Sew Tempting on November 8, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 96, 97, 98, 99 and 100/121

I’ve got another five blocks from the Loyal Union Sampler finished. They’re all in the book by Jennifer Chiaverini.

This one is called Slave Chain. It’s supposed to be appliquéd but I made my own templates and pieced it instead.

Second is Spotsylvania Court House. I like the thin frame around the rhombus.

This is Spurs.

Next is Storm at Sea which was very tricky in a 6 inch block!

Last but not least is Summer Nights.

Here’s the virtual quilt so far.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on November 2, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 91, 92, 93, 94 and 95/121

Here’s another few blocks from the Loyal Union Sampler which can be found in the book of the same title by Jennifer Chiaverini.

I’m really motoring now!

The first one today is called Resolution Square. Very easy to make :-).

Second is Rhode Island. I love star in star designs.

Next up is Richmond.

This is Seminary Ridge.

Finally, my favourite of this group called Signs of Spring.

The virtual quilt is really filling up now.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on October 26, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 86, 87, 88, 89 and 90/121

It’s almost a month since I last posted some blocks for the Loyal Union Sampler. Sorry about that! I’ve just been doing other things.

They’re all from a book by Jennifer Chiaverini. Without further ado, here’s the next bunch.

First up is Petersburg.This one is called Pinwheel Star. I like it a lot!The next one is Potomac.Here is another one of my favourites, Prosperity.Finally for today is Railroad Crossing.Here’s the virtual quilt so far. Almost 3/4 finished.I’ll try to get the next few done soon.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on October 21, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 81, 82, 83, 84 and 85/121

Another handful of blocks to share from the book by Jennifer Chiaverini called The Loyal Union Sampler.

The first one is called North Star. If I had all day every day to sit and hand piece I’d be very happy to make lots of these. I found it very challenging but fun to make!

Another one with lots of hand stitching is up next. It’s called Ohio.

Then there’s Oregon. I’d misplaced the photo for this one and thought I’d missed it out! Thankfully, it was in the wallet with the rest.

A nice and easy one called Peace and Plenty.

Last but not least is Pennsylvania.

Here’s the virtual quilt so far.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on September 26, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 76, 77, 78, 79 and 80/121

Five more six inch blocks to share today. They’re all from the Loyal Union Sampler book by Jennifer Chiaverini.

The first one is called Missouri Star.

Nevada needed a little hand stitching.

Next is New Hampshire. I like all the different shapes and lines in this one.

The fourth one is New Jersey. Those tiny white triangles….ugh! I know there’s easier ways to construct the same design but this is how it is in the book so I stuck to it.

The final one today is New York State. It’s one of my favourites so far because I think it could make some interesting patterns if repeated in a quilt.

Almost two thirds completed now.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on September 19, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 71, 72, 73, 74 and 75/121

Stepping up the pace a bit on the blocks from the Loyal Union Sampler book by Jennifer Chiaverini. I’ve got five more blocks to share today.

First up is Memory which required some hand piecing.

The next one is so plain compared to most of the others. It’s called Memory Chain. A couple of seams needed to be hand stitched.

The third one is Michigan Beauty. I love this design! Some hand sewing needed here as well.

This is Minnesota Lady’s Slipper. Nice and easy but very effective.

Finally, Miss Van Lew’s Star with lots of hand piecing this time.

This was quite a challenging group for me to sew. I enjoyed every minute. Here’s where I’m up to now.

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by Oh Sew Tempting on September 13, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 66,67,68,69 and 70/121

Hello again,

At last! Here’s another five blocks from the Loyal Union Sampler by Jennifer Chiaverini. Sorry that I left it so long before getting back to this project. I’ve been doing lots of crafting in the meantime, just not working on the LUS.

First up today is Maine.

This one is called Manassas.

Next up is Manger.

Maryland is next.

Finally, this is Massachusetts.

This bunch was relatively straightforward to put together. Only the size made them a little bit fiddly.

This is where I’m up to now and I promise to keep at this project until all the blocks are done.

This was always going to be a long term project!

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by Oh Sew Tempting on September 9, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 61, 62, 63, 64 and 65/121

Hello again,

Here’s another five blocks from the Loyal Union Sampler by Jennifer Chiaverini.

I’m very excited about the first block as it marks the half way point in the construction of all the blocks. It’s called Kentucky Crossroads and what a test of patience it was!

This one is Ladies Aid Block. Quite straightforward to make and definitely one to remember for future projects.

Third is Libby Prison. It’s a bit like Churn Dash.

The next one is Lincoln. I love this one!

Finally, Lost Children.

This is where I’m up to now.

Only one more needed to complete row 6. Not quite on the home straight yet but I’m feeling like I’m getting there. I’m trying to stay motivated enough to make five blocks every week. Kentucky Crossroads didn’t leave much energy for another four this time. It’s a good job I made it first.

Hopefully, there’ll be another five to show you next week. I’ll try :-).

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by Oh Sew Tempting on June 2, 2018 • Permalink

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Loyal Union Sampler Blocks 56, 57, 58, 59 and 60/121

Hello everyone,

Here’s another five blocks to add to the Loyal Union Sampler from the book by Jennifer Chiaverini.

First up is Indiana. This one reminds me of a Storm at Sea block but it’s a bit simpler.Second is Iowa Star with some unusual angles. The book gives instructions for making this one in the traditional way or using a foundation paper piecing method. I chose the latter without stitching through the paper.
This is a popular one. I’ve seen it in loads of quilts. It’s Jewel Box.Jonathan’s Satchel is next. Not as easy as it looks!Finally, this is Kansas Star. Again similar to a Storm at Sea block (and Indiana above). It’s my favourite in this group because of the lovely star it’s got in the centre which seems to happen by accident due to colour placement.This is where I’m at so far. It’s still a lot of fun to sew, especially as I’m almost half finished!