Today is the day I get to share my block in Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Volume 8! It's always such a great resource for beautiful and unusual quilt blocks, from traditional to modern. My block is called Watermark.
I wanted to create a layered look - where one shape appeared to be sitting on top of another. I think the effect is truly visible when the blocks are set block to block. The corners inter-mingle creating Four-patches and you really lose sight of exactly where the block is. I love when that happens!
And I had to find out how the block would look in a completely different fabric line, so I made a four-block quilt using a layer cake of Scrumptious.
Now for the fun news! Quiltmaker is offering a giveaway of this latest issue to one of you! Leave a comment here and I'll choose a winner Friday afternoon, November 15th. Be sure I have a way to reach you!
And for more blog tour stops and more giveaways, hop on over to Quiltmaker's Quilty Pleasures blog. Hope you win!
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Gorgeous block! I think it will look fantastic in a scrappy version, too!
ReplyDeleteLove this block - it looks fantastic :-)
ReplyDeleteLove your block! Thanks for the giveaway :)
ReplyDeleteWow, I love your block! It's my favourite so far of the ones I've seen posted. Thanks for the chance to win, so I can try your block out!!
ReplyDelete--Jo
patchaday [at] gmail [dot] com
Very interesting block...and the options for using it. Thanks for sharing, and for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteA great block. I can see myself using this one.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing how much of a layered effect that you got from your design! I know that is what you were going after and you certainly got the layers. Fantastic block!
ReplyDeleteCindy L.
LOVE the comma fabric in your block! Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on having your block published. I'd love to get my hands on a copy of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Volume 8! Big_dog_max@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteCongrats . My "to do" list just keeps getting longer! kathleendotlutzatcomcastdotnet
ReplyDeleteI love your Watermark block. It looks very modern. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove the block, thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThis bock is lovely and so different with the alternative colourways. I can't wait to try out some of the designs and congratulation on being included in the magazine
ReplyDeleteLooks great, amazing the difference between the fabrics - where can you buy the book?
ReplyDeleteYou have inspired me with a design which would make my fabric prints look interesting.
ReplyDeleteCindy your block is wonderful. I love how you can turn it into a whole quilt.
ReplyDeleteI love your block! So simple but SO effective! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely wonderful block! LOVE!
ReplyDeletePerfect block! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful block! You are very talented. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love the Scrumptious version. Great block and congratulations on being published in Quiltmakers 100 Blocks
ReplyDeleteLove the block in the Scrumptious fabric, probably because I am always drawn to those colors.
ReplyDeleteNice block, you nailed the layered look.
ReplyDeleteGreat Job, here's a block I think I would actually make, lol Love the look of the finished quilt. Congratulations on being included in the book and thanks for the opportunity to win one.
ReplyDeleteVery cool! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGigi
Beautiful block! Looks great in the diffrent fabrics!
ReplyDeleteGreat block - I love how it looks repeated in a quilt. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteCool block--love seeing it made into a quilt! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteCongrats and in case nobody to,d you (LOL) great block!
ReplyDeleteInteresting block! I like how it looks when made up into a quilt.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on a fabulous block!
ReplyDeletecongratulations. I love the Scrumptious version!
ReplyDeletecongratulations. I love the Scrumptious version!
ReplyDeleteA very nice block. I love the layered look.
ReplyDeleteYour block is my favourite so far, so cool!
ReplyDeleteI really like this block! I have enjoyed every issue of this magazine and look forward to this one. Congratulations on being a part of it.
ReplyDeleteI really love the block, especially in the aqua and red setting, it's wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI like the red and aqua setting best for this block. It's amazing how changing the values changes the look of the block.
ReplyDeleteLove your block! It will be on my list to use to make a quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteYay I've just bought some Scrumptious and now I have a cute pattern for it - thanks - can't wait till the mag is out.
ReplyDeleteVery cool block!!! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI'm a scrappy quilter and love the look of your block using the Scrumptious layer cake. Well done. svonfumetti(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute block! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteLove the block..very colorful.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love it! What a fun looking block! It is great how it looks in different fabrics!
ReplyDeleteWatermark is a great block...especially like it in Scrumptions:) I will be trying this one...congrats on making the magazine:)
ReplyDeleteLove this block and layout.
ReplyDeleteVery nice! Thanks for the give away.
ReplyDeletespectacular.Love all the layout!
ReplyDeleteCindy, I love your block! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, thank you for the contest. Would like to make this as a bed runner to add interest.
ReplyDeleteReally like your block and various layouts! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteGloria
gyates625@bellsouth.net
Congrats on your block, it looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteGreat block!
ReplyDeleteVery colorful block, nice..
ReplyDeleteColorful block! I love the different colorway quilt. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being published - great block! Thanks for the chance to win
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the block. Thanks
ReplyDeleteGreat block. I don't know which colorway I like better!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love it! Your talent blows me away!
ReplyDeleteVery modern design. Another block I look forward to trying.
ReplyDeletecongrats on making the 100 blocks... My grand daughter would love a modern quilt made with this block
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being published in Quiltmakers Vol 8 magazine. And thank you for a chance to win a copy on your blog.
ReplyDeletePastels are my preferred color scheme, so I **LOVE** it in your alternate colors!
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ReplyDeleteGreat looking block. I am looking forward to this magazine as it is one I truly live.
ReplyDeleteGreat block!!
ReplyDeleteLove the block. Pulling fabric for this one would be so fun :) Congrats on being in the magazine. I can't wait to get a copy!! My "want-to-make" list is growing!!
ReplyDeletelove the block... thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block for using up scraps.
ReplyDeleteI love your block, especially the design when you put the blocks together. Nicely done!
ReplyDeleteReally like your block and showing it made into a quilts sure highlights it even more...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance.
MaryLou
Fun4Me1249@aol.com
Very pretty block and I like seeing it as a quilt. I am always better with some good visuals.
ReplyDeleteI love blocks that have a nice way to show off fussy cut fabric and yours is one of them. It's super.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors you used in your block!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great block because it ccan look modern or more traditional depending on fabric choice. It's definitely on my "to do" list.
ReplyDeleteI will always be amazed at how changing up colors can make a quilt look entirely different. Love what you did. congrats on making the book.
ReplyDeleteI love your block. You achieved the effect you were going for.
ReplyDeleteGreat Block - Congrats on being selected
ReplyDeleteGreat block in both colors! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteWow, love your block - congratulations on being selected. Love 100 Blocks
ReplyDeleteGreat block! Love both color combinations. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeletek.castanette@hotmail.com
I do like how the layers look in this block. And your fabrics are scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteWow your block looks so pretty in Scrumptious! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI really like that second showing of your block. Just looks so different depending on the fabrics
ReplyDeleteGreat block. I especially like the pastel edition. Beautiful. I would like to make this!
ReplyDeletefantastic for having your block published. I'd love to get my hands on a copy of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Volume 8!
ReplyDeleteI should be very nice Thanks for the nice block
Great block - and one of my favourite fabric lines too!
ReplyDeleteGreat block
ReplyDeleteWould love to see your block in the magazine
ReplyDeleteschroeppelr at yahoo dot com
congrats on being published. This is a very cool block. I love how multiple blocks make it look. Thanks for sharing and for the give a way
ReplyDeleteVery pretty block, I can see it looking nice in any color combo.
ReplyDeleteI love this design and how it looks when blocks are set to blocks as you say. Just love it, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your block made with Scrumptious.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful block!
ReplyDeleteGreat block - so many possibilities! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI do like your block. Modern yet could be done in traditional fabrics. I will have to try this on out!
ReplyDeleteWonderful block.
ReplyDeleteYour block is very cute. Looks like lots of possible settings. Congratulations on being in the magazine. cknapp3626@sbcglobal.net
ReplyDeleteVery nice block!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Love your block. I think it will work great for my nieces quilts I plan on making. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous block and perfect to show off pretty prints!
ReplyDeletegreat block - love the scrumptious prints better - softer. would love to win this book and start having fun
ReplyDeleteI love your block and the definition it gives to the quilt. Thanks for the give away!
ReplyDeleteThank you for doing this giveaway!! I Love how the block looks when made into a whole quilt! tyned@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteI love your Scrumptious version it's gorgous!
ReplyDeletehildy(at)ebertzeder(dot)de
Cindy, this is a great block and I love that you showed a smaller version of it - with the right fabrics it could be a great seasonal table topper.
ReplyDeleteI love both the citrus and the pink/red versions of your block. Simple, but stunning.
ReplyDeleteGreat block, congratulations on having it published in the magazine. blaukat@hickorytech.net
ReplyDeleteI like this one! Makes variations possible!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block to use seasonal themed fabrics in!! Can't wait to make it!!
ReplyDeleteVery versatile block-can be traditional or modern depending on the fabric used!
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win
ReplyDeleteSuch a fresh crisp block to show off beautiful fabric.
ReplyDeleteThat block will make a fun quilt, i'm going to have to add it to my list too.
ReplyDeleteI like the modern design of your quilt block!
ReplyDeleteThe block is very interesting the way it loses itself in the guilt design. Love it. Thanks for entry to win a copy of magazine. Charlene at katztoo1@frontier.com
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! That's a great block!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I love how quilt blocks make secondary patterns when put together that you might not see when just looking at the block singularly.
ReplyDeleteI like blocks that create optical illusions! Good job!
ReplyDeleteYes, I plan to add it to my list but this year has been my UFO Finish year! Congrats on getting your block in Vol. 8!
ReplyDeleteWatermark is a great block. I like it joined with others to make a secondary pattern.
ReplyDeletesuch a great block, i like the layered look as well
ReplyDeleteI love the optical illusion of layering in your block. Another one to add to my quilty bucket list!
ReplyDeleteAgh! I love this!! So awesome! Great job!
ReplyDeleteWonderful design...thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love when a block makes new designs when joined together with more of the same block. Great job and thanks for this chance.
ReplyDeleteWonderful block. I like the layered optical illusion.
ReplyDeletesenstrings (at) yahoo (dot) com
Fun, modern and love the secondary pattern!!
ReplyDeleteI love your block and it looks wonderful in both fabrics that you used. I definitely want to make your block.
ReplyDeleteGreat fabrics - they work well with the block.
ReplyDeleteI like your Scrumptious version.
ReplyDeleteI really like this block. I just bought a Charm Pack of the fabric you used. It is delicious. Hugs
ReplyDeleteLove it in scrumptious! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the mag. Linda
ReplyDeleteLove the secondary pattern that emerges in your quilt! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI like the depth your block design has - wonder if you could reverse it and have it recede if the gray squares were white and others were dark. Hum - time to play!! thanks, Cindy at cwienstroer@amuniversal.com
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on making it into the magazine. 24Tangent@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteReally nice block! Love the way the quilt looks made up.
ReplyDeleteWowSers! Love this block. clherms@frontier.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun block! I think I just expanded my to-do list.
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ReplyDeleteanother great block, thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteLots of possibilities with this block. I like how you lose sight of the actual block when multiples are put together.
ReplyDeleteActually said "Oh Wow" out loud when I scrolled down to the pink & blue version. This block is awesome... Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteNice block, congrats and thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletehinders.r@gmail.com
I love the way your block turned out.
ReplyDeleteYes, when they are combined into a layout, it does look 3-dimensional--good work. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLike the block... I too enjoy having to puzzle out where the blocks stop and start. Would love Vol. 8 to keep my collection going! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love the block! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteIt's great to find a 3d look without having to really do 3d
ReplyDeleteI really love this block. It looks wonderful in scrumptious too.
ReplyDeleteWell, that is a very different block and I think you accomplished what you set out to do. Love the fabric choice too.
ReplyDeleteNice 3d look...sometimes illusions are just what we need,
ReplyDeleteI love your block! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy of the mag so I can dig in!
ReplyDeletevery cute! love it.
ReplyDeletei love the way your block looks in a quilt.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block. I like the layer look and four patch secondary design. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
ReplyDeleteI really like this block! Very cool.
ReplyDeleteCannot wait to try your block!
ReplyDeleteGreat block. The fabrics used give it a modern look.
ReplyDeleteI like that block, and you certainly achieved a 3D look!
ReplyDeleteReally like your block and the layered look it gives! One block I certainly will be making. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteCool blocks! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteI loved your block in the layer cake version. b.j.day68@gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteThe darker colors have a cool 3D effect. Very nice block.
ReplyDeleteGreat block and I like the secondary blocks that just appear. We'll done, and thanks for sharing your thoughts on the design.
ReplyDeleteYou just made MY list of TO-DO's! LOVE IT!!! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteCindy, love your block, love the fabric choices too. Can't wait to make your block when I get my magazine!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the fabrics you used in your block! What a showstopper! Mellian at cfl dot rr dot com
ReplyDeleteI just love your block out of the Scrumptious! Great colors and a fantastic block! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteHappy quilting
Dawn
array-dawn@cox.net
Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteLove it in the pastel fabrics, and the mod!
Marie Williams
pinkmoonbeams@yahoo.com
Love it in the mod!! tapsydoodle at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun and unique block. I really liked seeing it made up in the different color ways. Congrats on making it into the book and thank you so much for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteutahoosier at yahoo dot com
Gorgeous fabric and block!
ReplyDeleteI really like your block in both color ways. It's going on my never ending list.
ReplyDeleteFun block--thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteYour block is my favorite today. The layered look works! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteWatermark is very eye catching. Thanks for sharing your talent.
ReplyDeleteYour block is a great one. I love it in the Scrumptious colorway. Congrats on being selected to be in the magazine.
ReplyDeleteI love the colors on your block and the modern look to it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA great block. I love how you showed it in different fabrics. Great inspiration! Thanks for a chance at the give-away!
ReplyDeleteMaureen
mgw070 at shaw dot ca
with this block you achieved what you wanted, like the effect and the block, thank you ...martamanole@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteGreat block! Love the little 4-block quilt.
ReplyDeleteGreat block - truly modern!
ReplyDeleteCute block. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteA very interesting block and quilt.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on making it into the magazine with your block.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat block! Looks great in a set of colors or scrappy, beautiful! Congratulations on being included in Vol.8 of Quiltmaker's 100.
ReplyDeleteThank you for a super giveaway and a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
I really like your block! It is a great block and can be done in so many different colors!
ReplyDeleteI like your block! I, too, can see making a quilt using your block. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWowser! I really, really like Watermark. I'll be sure to look for Vol. 8 next week.
ReplyDeleteI like your block, but I love how it looks in a quilt made with Scrumptious. Thank you for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat block. I can easily envision it in different fabrics. Looks like it will be easy to make into a quilt. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery nice, fun blog!!
ReplyDeleteLove your block!!! Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing to see the changes in a block when the colors are changed, really nice block for any fabric choices.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Such a fun block... My first thought was what a unique fabric for that center block and then saw the small gray squares and realized it was two different yellow/orange fabrics. (insert SQUEAL) And your 4block quilt in other fabrics is delightful.
ReplyDeleteI love your clean, cool colors!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful block. I love the colours. Congratulations on being published.
ReplyDeleteI think I will really have to buy a copy if I don't win one just for your block. Love the layering effect.
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