Pleasant Valley Quilting

FLANNEL CLUB

September 2011 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Timeless Treasures, Taylor Made
Pattern: Slash a Stash
Designer: Susan Fuquay for American Quilt Retailer
Number of Blocks: 24 ~ 12 inch unfinished blocks
Number of Fat Quarters: 12
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 44 x 66
Size of Finished Quilt with borders 62 x 84

If this pattern looks familiar to you, you have probably seen it used for another Flannel Club project years ago. We felt it was a good pattern to show off all these beautiful blue and brown flannels in this line. This pattern is easy and fun to do, we hope you enjoy it!

June 2011 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Fossil Fern by Benartex
Pattern: Tropical Punch
Number of Blocks: 36 (6 x 6 Layout)
Number of Fat Quarters: 12
Size of Block: 7½ inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 43 x 43
Size of Finished Quilt with borders 60 x 60

This line of flannel has been around for years and has always been one of my favorite lines. This pattern works well with a collection of fabric with not to much contrast. The cutting instructions are unique that you work in pairs throughout the block assembly. Once you make a couple of blocks you can organize the pieces so that you can streamline your sewing of the blocks.

February 2011 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Rosehips by Moda
Pattern: Klia Cawston ~ Buzz Saw
Number of Blocks: 36 (6 x 6 Layout)
Number of Fat Quarters: 6 darks, 3 -½ meter lights (equal to 6 fat quarters)
Size of Block: 7½ inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 43 x 43
Size of Finished Quilt with borders 66 x 66

This is one of my favorite patterns I have used time and time again. What I like about this pattern is that you can make it scrappy with as many fabrics as you like as long as you have equal amounts of each, light and darks. For simplicity we use 3 light - ½ meter cuts and the 6 dark fat quarters. The gorgeous border finishes off the quilt nicely.

December 2010 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Woodwinds By Marcus Brothers
Pattern: Klia Cawston ~ Ginger Spice
Number of Blocks: 35 (5 x 7 Layout)
Number of Fat Quarters: 3 lights, 9 darks
Size of Block: 9 inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 45 x 63
Size of Finished Quilt: 65 x 83

This line has a rich Asian look, with a hint of yellow. As I was working with this line of fabric, it came to mind that it reminds me of the color of spices. I decided to make a contemporary looking pattern to showcase the colors. We added two borders to the body of the quilt, the first one a stripe followed by an all over large scale print for the border. The gorgeous border print finishes this quilt beautifully..

September 2010 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Back to Nature, Timeless Treasures
Number of Blocks: 12 (3 x 4 Layout)
Number of Fat Quarters: 3 lights, 9 darks
Size of Block: 11 inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 38 x 50
Size of Finished Quilt: 64 x 76

This line of flannel has an earthy look with rich reds and blues. We added three borders to frame the blocks that complimented the body of the quilt. The gorgeous border print finishes this quilt beautifully.

June 2010 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Harvest Moon by Buggy Barn
Pattern: Barn Raising Rail by Klia Cawston
Number of Blocks: 24 (4 x 6 Layout)
Number of Fat Quarters: 3 lights, 9 darks
Size of Block: 10½ inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 42½ x 63½
Size of Finished Quilt: 65 x 86

This line of flannel has rich deep tones and has mostly deep dark colors, with a splash of lights. We came up with a pattern and arranged the blocks to create a barn raising pattern that is most effective. We added three borders to frame the blocks that compliment the body of the quilt.

March 2010 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Stonehedge, By Northcott
Pattern: Illusions By Klia Cawston
Number of Blocks: 24 (4 x 6 Layout)
Size of Block: 11 inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 44 x 66
Size of Finished Quilt: 62 x 85

This line of flannel has a marble look to it. The challenge was to come up with a pattern to incorporate a wide range of colors. This pattern works well with the fabric as it utilizes the wide range of colors and adds depth while creating an Illision pattern. The block is simple which made this quilt come together quite quickly.

December 2009 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Return to Romance by Maywood
Pattern: Offset Log Cabin
Number of Blocks: 24 (4 x 6 Layout)
Size of Block: 9½ inches finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 38 x 57
Size of Quilt: With Borders: Approx. 52 x 71

September 2009 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC:Essentials by Henry Glass
Pattern: By Klia Cawston
Number of Blocks: 42 (7 x 6 Layout)
Size of Block: 6 x 12 inch finished
Size of Quilt: Without Borders: 42 x 72

This line of flannel has all the colors ideal to make for that special man in mind. We made the quilt the ideal size for a twin size bed. The basic block is user friendly because of it's versatile size. The two widths sewn together equals the length. Imagine the possibilities using any fabric collection of your choice. The simplicity of this block makes the sewing a breeze.

June 2009 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Just Dreamy by Riley Blake Designs
Pattern: By Klia Cawston
Number of Blocks: 42 (6 x 7 Layout)
Size of Block: 9 inch finished
Size of Quilt:
Without Borders: 45 x 66 ½
With Borders: 74 x 82

This line of flannel really caught our eye. It really has a 50's look to it. We did not want to chop up the fabric as it has plenty going on so we came up with a quick and easy block that showcases this line. What teenager would not like this quilt? I bet you have someone in mind for this one!

March 2009 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Milmington Prints, Tapestry of Colors
Pattern: Disappearing 9 Patch
12 Fat Quarters: 10 medium to light, 2 medium to dark
Size of Quilt: Without Borders 54 x 54 - With Borders 63 x 63
This pretty line of flannel is so beautiful. We thought we would use a pattern that has caught our attention. I have seen this pattern done in many ways. We decided to make the nine-patch with a dark fabric in the center of each block to give these blocks continuity. I created a diagonal pattern when arranging the blocks to give the eyes somewhere to rest.

December 2008 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Thimleberries, Harvest Reflections
Pattern: 4 Patch Brick
12 Fat Quarters: 10 Dark, 1 Medium, 1 Light
Size of Quilt: Without Borders 44 x 66 - With Borders 66 x 86
This autumn color flannel line is so beautiful. We thought we would use one of our past favorite patterns with a 4 patch. It just added a nice variation to the pattern by adding some bright bits in amongst the rich dark fabrics.

September 2008 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Benartex, 12 Days of Christmas, By Nancy Halversen
Pattern: Around The Square by Klia Cawston
Size of Quilt: 44 x 66, without borders
64 x 85, with 2 borders
Number of Blocks: 24 (4 x 6 Layout)
Size of Finished Block: 11 inches finished

This flannel line is so beautiful and seems like velvet. It is a Christmas line of fabric but can be used for the entire season. The pattern we came up with is very easy and quick to put together. I spent a Sunday cutting and sewing the blocks which we put together in six hours. Borders took another two hours. So you can really have a quilt in a day!!

June 2008 Flannel CLUB

FABRIC: Benartex
PATTERN: Spring Time by Nancy Halversen
Size of Quilt: 48 x 60, without borders
64 x 76, with borders
Number of Blocks: 24 (4 x 6 Layout
Size of Finished Block: 12 inches

This flannel line is named "Spring Time". It has a very calming and fresh look to it. The fabric choices were very similar in value to create a very blended look. In keeping with the calm look we decided to use a rail fence pattern that really suited the fabric.

March 2008 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Moda, Cabin In The Woods
PATTERN: Squared Up
Size of Lap Quilt: 42 x 56, without borders
60 x 74, with borders
Number of Blocks: 48 (6 x 8 Layout
Size of Finished Block: 7 inches

This beautiful flannel line was a pleasure to work with: the flannel seems softer than ever. I had a great time playing with the blocks to best utilize the fat quarters. This woodsey line of flannel was finished off with an animal print that would be a great gift for a man, I bet you have someone in mind!

December 2007 FLANNEL CLUB

Fabric:Holiday, By Nancy Halvorsen
12 Fat Quarters, 3 lights & 9 darks
Pattern: Four Patch
Number of Blocks: 24, with 3 extra blocks Size of Block: 11 ½ inches
Size of Quilt:
Without Borders: 44 x 66
With 1st Border: 47 x 69
With 2nd Border: 58 x 80

This 4 patch block was quick to make and has two layout possibilities outlined in the pattern. We use diagram one layout for the store sample. This awesome fabric line by Benartex adds a festive look to the quilt. I hope you enjoy making this one.

September 2007 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Maywood Studio, Willowberry Winter
PATTERN: Traditional Log Cabin
Fabric Requirements: 12 Fat Quarters
Number of Blocks: 24
Size of Finished Block: Approx: 10½"
Size of Quilt: Without Borders ~ 42 x 63 (Approx).
With 1^st Border ~ 45 x 66
With 2^nd Border ~ 63 x 84

This is a simple traditional pattern that we wanted to use with this awesome collection of fabrics. The positioning of the blocks is endless. Have fun arranging it in the layout of your choice, or use the one we did for the store sample.

June 2007 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: Bali ~ Batiks, By Princess Mirah
PATTERN: That 70's Look by Klia Cawston
Number of Blocks: 40 Size of Quilt: 32" x 56" (without borders)
53" x 73" (with borders)
Requirment: Assortment of 12 Fat Quarters
This line of flannel batiks has got different traits than the traditional quilters' flannel. The fabric unwashed has more stability and has a more velvety touch. Also the dimensions of the width of fabric are around 40" with salvages. Keep this in mind when squaring up, be frugal and of course do not wash before you get started. Also some of the cutting instructions are odd because we are cutting the large squares into pairs, as the assembly of the block requires this.

FEBRUARY 2007 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: MODA ~ Benartex, Fall Foliage
PATTERN: Chevron by Klia Cawston & Lynn Knox
Size of Quilt: 42" x 58" (without sashing & borders)
64" x 73" (with sashing & borders)
Requirment: Assortment of 12 Fat Quarters
This traditional pattern has been done over and over again. We have seen different layouts and many new designs incorporating a lot of the traditional methods with a touch of contemporary layouts.

NOVEMBER 2006 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: MODA ~ Northern Light Flannel
PATTERN: All Squared Up ~ Klia Cawston
Size of Quilt: 42" x 56" (without borders) - 58" x 72" (with borders)
Requirment: 12 Fat Quartes
Number of Blocks: 48 ~ 7" finished blocks

This quilt starts with a 4 inch square and is built up with rounds of half square triangles. This woodsy line of fabric is a good choice to give us an appreciation to the great outdoors. We hope you enjoy making this quilt as much as we did.

AUGUST 2006 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: RJR ~ Flannel Favourites
PATTERN: Courthouse Steps by Klia Cawston
Fabric requirments: 2 Light Fat Quarters, & 10 Med ~ Dark FQ's
Number of Blocks: 20
Size of finished blocks: 12 inch finished blocks
Size of quilt: 48 x 60 without borders,(approx)
With border ~ 64 x 76
This traditional favorite block, the Courthouse Step Block, combines a 4 patch in the center of it. We used a common four-patch in each of the blocks using one light Fat Quarter with a common Dark Fat Quarter. You can make the center scrappy, the choice is yours.

MAY 2006 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: RJR ~ Cute As A Button
PATTERN: Candy Stripe, Klia Cawston
Fabric requirments: 12 Fat Quarters 6 Blue, 6 Pink
Size of quilt: 52 x 68 without borders, 64 x 80 (with border)(approx)
This is a nice selection of spring colors that I hope you enjoy working with. We kept the pattern very simple as we felt we wanted to focus on the pretty fabric.

FEBRUARY 2006 FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: by Benartex, DESIGNER: Nancy Halversen, Acorn Hollow
PATTERN: Triangle Barn Raising, Designer: Lynn Knox
Size of quilt: 50 x 50 without borders or 63 x 63 (with border)
Number of fat quarters: 12 4 Beige, 4 Green, 4 Burgundy
Borders are optional. We have put two simple borders on our store sample. If you decide to add borders to your quilt you must call the store and order.

MAY FLANNEL CLUB

FABRIC: by Benartex, DESIGNER: Nancy Halversen
PATTERN: Slash a Stash, Designer: Susan Fuquay for American Quilt Retailer
Size of lap quilt: 44 x 66
(You can easliy make two crib size quilts)
Number of blocks: 24
Number of fat quarters: 12

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