I'm here and I'm there.

Today, I get to be in two places at once. ;o)  My tutorial for a favourite quilt block is over at Sew We Quilt.   Have you seen it? Yes?  My fingers have been crossed and I'm holding my breath  anticipating hearing what you think of it. ;o)  Before that, though,  I want to make you welcome.  Hi! Hello.  Good to see you! I'm happy you're here, both old friends and new.  Blog land has been so kind to me, allowing me to find friendship around the globe, with those that share some of the same creative loves as I do.  So I mean it when I tell you I'm happy you're here.

Anyway, you may have guessed by now that I just love making scrappy blocks (especially if you clicked on my links at the bottom of my block tutorial).  In case none of those projects inspired you, I thought I would give you one more idea of what to make with your newly sewn scrappy block.  How about a pillow?

Something patchwork and quilty good. :o)



I promise you that they're simple to make.

I will admit that a project this easy, usually means I don't stop at making one (here is my Bento Box block pillow alongside a couple of 9-patch pillows.  I did mention I love scrappy...).



Would you like a tutorial for making your own pillow?  Sew your Scrappy Bento Box block today, and I'll be back here tomorrow, with the pillow tutorial.  Happy sewing!

Comments

  1. CJNovember 6, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    I'd like to say thanks for sharing your great tutorial over on Sew We Quilt. I've been a follower for a while, and I just want to say thanks for the share.

    I definitely am going to be learning a lot, like I commented on Sew We Quilt. I may not be able to sew along, but I'll still be learning a boat load of quilting blocks thanks to you and others who will be sharing.

    Again, thanks!

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  2. SparkyNovember 7, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    You should add this to your post really I think everyone would be pretty pleased to see finished product

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  3. SolstitchesNovember 7, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Thank you for your great tutorial on Sew we Quilt. I love the block and will definitely try it.
    I'm a new follower here :)
    Margaret

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  4. BrigitteNovember 7, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Three pretty pillows, now I understand a bit of your boys teasing you ;-). They are all great. I hope you will submit one to my pillwo talk?

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  5. RamonaNovember 7, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I am glad I visited. The pillows look great, but then I love red. Thanks for being a guest with Madame Samm and your very thorough tutorial. I would not have thought to use more than two colors per block.

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  6. Carol CNovember 7, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    Came over from Sew We Quilt. Wonderful tutorial. I too love all things scrappy. Could be because I have enough scraps to last a lifetime, or two. I've added you to my favorites list and have become a follower. Keep up the good work.

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  7. SnoodlesNovember 7, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Loved your post on SewWeQuilt, and this way of using the finished block is stellar! Really a beautiful project. :)

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  8. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Follower here. I am going over to Sew We Quilt now. Love your scrappy pillows!

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  9. KarenNovember 7, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Thanks for the wonderful tutorial! I've printed it out and will choose from my stash which fabrics to use for this. I love the pillow and will probably make one also.

    I'm now a follower of your blog!

    Thanks again!
    Karen

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  10. DeonnNovember 7, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Hi, Katherine! Your tutorial was very well done, and a great kickoff of the block party! It's going to be another wonderful adventure with Madame Samm this month!

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  11. Denise :)November 7, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    You did a great job this morning on your tut! Love your pillows too -- funky look! :)

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  12. AnnieNovember 7, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Hi Katherine, Great tut on 'that other blog'. I've never been a fan of the bento box, but I do like your scrappy version a whole lot. I've got in mind to make some pillows, so I'll be back tomorrow (if I don't forget!)
    Annie

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  13. Connie Kresin CampbellNovember 7, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Your pillow is beautiful and thanks so much for sharing the tutorial at Sew We Quilt! Looks like you have a old Singer like me. Glad I found your blog and I am now following.
    Quilting by the River

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  14. Kat PNovember 7, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    I am sewww adding your to my favourites bar. So glad Madame Samm showcases such wonderful talent. She does all the work of searching the internet for us. Great tutorial, and glad I found your blog!
    Kat in BC, Canada

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  15. Quilting "b"November 7, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    I love your pillows and will be back tomorrow for the tutorial. I think I will be making more than one of those too!! Thank you for sharing

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  16. Britt-IngerNovember 7, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    I love your pillows, they are so beatiful. And sewing pillows is a good way to use single blocks and scraps of course.
    I will come back tomorrow for your tute.
    Thanks for sharing

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  17. baukjeNovember 7, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I already saw you there!!!! I love those pillows . A pillow tutorial should be great but I am not ready to start with it immediately, I have other plans!!!! But one day......

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 7, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    I love the beautiful rich colors you've used! ♥

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  19. cinziaNovember 7, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    i always love to see what you can do with scraps! these are so beautiful. congrats on the feature!

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  20. Marcia - Crafty Sewing and QuiltingNovember 7, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Great tutorial! Clear and easy to understand! Great color contrast too! Thanks for sharing!
    I am now following you!

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  21. Terry@ a quilting blogNovember 7, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Love the pillows and look forward to the tutorial!!! TFS

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  22. Christine LNovember 7, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing your pattern on Sew We Quilt. Look forward to the Block party and Love the pillow that you made!

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  23. RikaNovember 7, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Your pillows are beautiful!

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  24. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    These pillows are so pretty. You did a great job on the instructions in your tutorial over at Sew We Quilt.

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  25. maggieNovember 7, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I really like this pattern and will try it out soon! Thanks so much for sharing.
    Cheers
    maggie

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  26. Sandra :)November 7, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    That's a beautiful tutorial over at t'other place - the block is gorgeous, as is the pillow - you're a natural! And of course ... SCRAPS ROCK!

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  27. evelynNovember 7, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Great tut on Stash. I love your pillows. I have a bin of red and whites-now I see a couch quilt and pillows in the future.

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  28. PomonaNovember 8, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    I love your cushions, and look forward to reading tomorrow's tutorial!

    Pomona x

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  29. NancyinSTLNovember 8, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    I never cease to be amazed at others' creativity.

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  30. Elly DNovember 9, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Only a year behind,LOL... Thank you for your tutorial on how to make the Bento block. I love your pillows.

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