Monday, August 31, 2026

Nine Patch Square Dance

 Oh looky what is at the bottom of one of my piles.... I am really NOT that unorganized - well - maybe I am... 

I started this one in 2023!! whatttt!!!

The start... and the Stall  You can see here - and nothing has changed haha!

In my defense - I was cleaning out my parents house and having to move all of their stuff, and putting it on the market, and I think that cutting fabric must have been my therapy at the time. So it worked its magic - I think I am still sane. ( Please don't ask my husband tho okay?)

Anyways - this is what I have: 


And this is where the pattern came from - American Patchwork and Quilting  - maybe 2021?

Since this is not any where close to being ready to top - I see the progress on this one slow my pile clearing down... but!!

I think I am going to focus on it for a minute and see how many blocks I can make.

I kinda like the colors I have chosen. 
Also - we had some housework to do. 
No one told us ( or if they did I ignored them) that owning a house means constant projects.

the wood that they used at the bottom of these stairs had rotted away - and instead of just caulking it, we tore it out, re sealed it, fixed the concrete and added a new finish to it.



And by We - I mean the dogs and I supervised as K did all the work. But I am taking the credit as I nagged him until it was done. That counts right?


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15 comments:

Vicki in MN said...

Those are really pretty blocks. If you choose a low number of blocks you could be done sooner, haha.

Yvonne from Quilting Jetgirl said...

If you weren't able to be quilting, you definitely were part of the project and process. :) The Nine Patch Square Dance blocks look great. I look forward to seeing how many more you make.

Delighted Hands said...

Great new (old) project to complete--it looks fantastic and worth the time! The new step is just right! I have so many areas that need work like that by my guy has totally lost his ooomph and he never had that much to start with when it comes to house reno work--yard, yes, but house, no! lol

Melva said...

What size are the blocks? Just a few more to make and it could be a table topper. ;) Or a wall hanging. Either would make nice housewarming gifts. Thanks for sharing in Sew & Tell.

Owning a house DOES mean constant projects. ;)

TerryKnott.blogspot.com said...

Great blocks. . .playing with fabric and thread keeps us all from going over the edge. . .although sometimes, I've felt like it pushed me toward the edge!!!! K's upgrade to the rotten wood is stellar!!

Sara said...

That is a great block! I could see this in RWB for a QOV.

Melisa- pinkernpunkinquilting said...

Housework seems to be never ending that is for sure. Your blocks look amazing, Alycia. I am quite smitten with them. You have me thinking about some of my stalled projects. Wishing you a lovely day. Hugs.

Jeanna said...

You are so funny. Yes, the joys of homeownership means there is always a project or two to be done. Love your Square Dance blocks. Nice work.

Cherie Moore said...

Those blocks are fun and I’m guessing it’s mostly stripe piecing so maybe they will go faster than you think? In any case, progress is progress, even if it isn’t a a finished top yet……. Doesn’t it feel great to finish one of the annoying house projects?

Karen - Quilts...etc. said...

love the quilt. We are constantly fixing or replacing something on the house and are so behind on projects it is pitiful

Donna said...

I saved that pattern too! At least you started it. I just saved the pattern.

Anonymous said...

I remember my father saying that when owning a home, you need to do some major repair or upgrade every year. I should have listened better. There are too many things I need to fix up my home. Oh well, learn something every day.

Vicki W said...

Nagging and supervising are the most critical steps of any home reno project.

cityquilter grace said...

nice find indeed...those should workup quick....and ever see that movie 'money pit'? it's about owning a house...so yeah it's a constant maintenance job...

Kate said...

Very fun blocks. Hopefully it won't take to many to get it up to quilt size. I hear you on the home projects. After the massive wind storm we had on 4th of July we decided one tree was way to close to the house. That came out yesterday. Now to get the roof fixed.