I am honored to once again be included among today's top designers in the newest issue of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks.
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| Pinwheel Salute
For all the paper piece lovers out there, here is another versatile block to play with. Pinwheel Salute is a great block that can be rearranged and / or changed to the colors of your heritage.
Here I have shown German and Irish for my heritage and the blocks are arranged differently as well.
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This fun little quilt uses 8 copies of the template in the magazine. Then add 4, 6-1/2" x 12-1/2" border strips.
The quilting was done with a star stencil, quilting wiggly lines along the paper piece seams, and tracing straight lines into the border strips. It was quilted with a variegated Red/White/Blue thread for more POP.
It finishes at 24-1/2" square and there is still plenty of time to get one done for Memorial Day or 4th of July;)
Now that you are here, don't forget to leave a comment, including your email address, for a chance to win a FREE copy of the new magazine.
I will draw a winner on Friday, May 4th.
For a chance to win a free pattern of your choice from my website, LIKE me on Facebook. I will draw a winner from my
new friends on Friday, May 4th as well.
So glad you hopped by and have a great week!!
Great block, thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE paper piecing and anything patriotic. This pattern looks like a delightful project.
ReplyDeleteGreat block--love seeing it in different colors and layouts! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletektyoung1(at)gmail(dot)com
This block is so unique -- love it! I am excited to get this magazine full of inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is one of the most unique blocks i have seen. Love the different colour combinations.
ReplyDeleteIt is a cute block! Thanks so much!Would make it in swiss colours!
ReplyDeletesammartina(at)bluewin(dot)ch
Oh, that block is very appealing!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the best blocks I've seen. I haven't done any paper piecing but I guess it's time to start. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI love the block! While paper piecing isn't my favorite, I do it when I love the pattern (and it isn't too hard)! I don't do facebook, so I am going to become a follower instead!
ReplyDeleteLove the variations and the block
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your beautiful block...very unique. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteYour block is different which is a good thing. Is actually very striking.
ReplyDeleteI think your block is something entirely new and different. It has a lot of possibilities. I am sewbeads at yahoo dot com.
ReplyDeleteoooooo, i just started paper piecing about two weeks ago. LOVE this!
ReplyDeleteReally like this block lots! Congrats! So many options to use it! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful block! very clever and looks so great in the different colors! Congrats to you and thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat block. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteLove your blog, great block!!
ReplyDeleteOh, I liked you on FB.
ReplyDeleteLove the block. Thanks
ReplyDeleteLove the versatility of this block - you rock - going to love you on f.b.
ReplyDeleteInteresting block! I love it in Red, White, & Blue!
ReplyDeleteI love the flexibility and patterns that are possible with this block!
ReplyDeletebeulahcdot [at] yahoo [dot] com
Interesting arrangement!
ReplyDeleteI like how versatile your block is.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! Your block is so cool! Im trying my first paper peicing project (well my second, as the first was way to complicated to be my first, so im giving it a try again) I would love to do a quilt with your block!
ReplyDeleteI love the way your block looks so great even when the pinwheel blades are moved around. it would be a fun block to play around with.
ReplyDeleteWOW! This block seems to be flowing. Nice job! Congratulations and thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLove this cute block....see so many possibilities using it.
ReplyDeleteI love your patterns. Very different.
ReplyDeletePaper piecing is a skill I have not mastered but your block encourages me to try again!! Congratulations on being included in 100 Blocks!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block. I like the idea of using your own nationality colors. What fun.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I love your quilt block and am enjoying my first blog tour. thank you!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great block, Robin! It has so many possibilities. brown (dot) k [at] centurytel (dot) net Thanks for a great giveaway. :)
ReplyDeleteLove your variations.
ReplyDeleteInteresting and unique block!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a big fan of pinwheels but yours is great - I like it! Can't wait to get my hands on Vol 5 - would be nice to win it!
ReplyDeleteWow! I'm in love with that block! Congrats on getting into the magazine. :-)
ReplyDeletecool block. congrats on having your block in the magazine.
ReplyDeleteGreat block!
ReplyDeleteI especially like the first version!
Pinwheels are so cool and your array of them is just amazing. I am a new follower and will be keeping my eyes on you now. Thank you for giving us all a chance to win such a creative magazine and a free pattern also.
ReplyDeleteSandi T.
sandit1@sbcglobal.net
Great way to put a pinwheel together.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Robin! Well-deserved!
ReplyDeletethanks for a chance to win.love the Irish!
ReplyDeletemimicol7@yahoo.com
Mimi
I've pretty new to quilting and paper piecing...love the precision it gives. Your block looks great in all the different colors. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery unique block. thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThat would be fun to work with and make into a piece for July.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Intriguing design. Reminds me of butterfly wings.
ReplyDeleteHello Robin! Just wanted to say hello & I love your block. I noticed it right away when I received my copy of 100 Blocks, Volume 5. Don't include me in the giveaway - I'm just enjoying the tour! Have a super day!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being in this issue. Love your block.
ReplyDeletegreat block. thanks for the giveaway. gwonson@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteWow! Fantastic block design! Thanks for showing the different colorways! Congratulations too! How cool to have your block in the magazine! Thanks for the chance to win! Now I'm going to 'like' you on FB!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting block - I like that it looks like it's furling. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your block.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done much paper piecing but I want to do more. I find it really fun. And your block is terrific. I love strong colors and geometrics. Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI'm new to paper piecing but finding it really fun. I love your block--the strong colors and geometrics appeal to me. Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love this pinwheel salute. It looks fabulous! kimmiwest@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the selection of your block for the latest volume 5 of QM 100 Blocks. The block in patriotic colors is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a neat & different block. I always like pinwheel blocks.
ReplyDeleteI have been meaning to make one of my 'mentors' a small wall quilt with University of Michigan colors (he graduated from there). This may be JUST what I need instead of appliqueing a big M on a blank background!!!!
ReplyDeleteamanda (dot) echler (at) hotmail (dot) com
Congratulations on having your block included in the magazine.
ReplyDeleteI think I have to try your block!!!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a neat block. My heritage too! German but now I have an Irish last name.
ReplyDeleteI love to paper piece and it's great to see the blocks that use this method of construction.
ReplyDeleteI love your block. What a great pattern for playing with color.
ReplyDeletewlinda_ca@yahoo.com
What an interesting block! I love how everything works out so perfect when paper piecing. But I have to be really motivated to pick all the paper out...so I don't do it too often. I guess I have Quilting ADD....Enjoyed our blog.
ReplyDeleteWhat a unique block! I want to make up a table topper in red, white, and blue to use this summer. I love paper piecing *Ü*
ReplyDeleteLovely block. Congratulations on its inclusion in Volume 5. :)
ReplyDeleteYour block is very interesting. I "liked" you on facebook.
ReplyDeleteAn amazing block! I love to PP so I will be trying this one for sure. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteReally cool block! The watermelon is fun!
ReplyDeleteI do follow you on Facebook. Thanks!
I'm not much on pinwheels but I sure would love to have a quilt made of blocks at the top of your blog.
ReplyDeleteI like the block, it is very versatile. Congrats on being chosen for a block in the magazine. Thank you for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being selected for the magazine. Thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeletelove the greens
ReplyDeleteVery interesting block, so versatile too. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteWhat a unique concept and block design. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on being published. Jane
ReplyDeleteLove this pinwheel - you can almost see the movement!
ReplyDeleteI like your block!
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspired block. I can see it twisting and turning in so many directions! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeletejennifer(dot)padden(at)austin(dot)utexas(dot)edu
Very different block! Congrats
ReplyDeleteGreat block.
ReplyDeletebveinotte at juno.com
Wow! Great block! This has such color potential!
ReplyDeleteCool block.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
Thanks for the chance to win.
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mhinders@myclearwave.net
I like paper piecing, and this block looks like a lot of fun to make! Congrats on being in one of the best quilting publications on the market!
ReplyDeleteMy friend loves paper piecing but I have never tried it. Now, I am going to HAVE to after seeing your block! Love it! Can't wait to get my hands on volume 5!
ReplyDeleteWhat a very cool block. Congrats on being in Vol 5.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very neat, versatile block! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteJust found out last year that I really like paper piecing! This looks like a pattern that I will want to try. Good job! Love your color combinations.
ReplyDeleteLove your block - I love paper piecing. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI love paper piecing and your block is fantastic and love the differnts layout.
ReplyDeletemoramargaritaster(at)gmail(dot)com
I just took up PP and I am having fun. Congrats to your publish block. Can't wait to see it in print. Thanks for sharing...Judith, Texas
ReplyDeleteLooks like this block would be loads of fun & the color variations ar endless!
ReplyDeleteScrolling down, my first view of the block, my thought was Wow, Pow, Stand up and salute! So unique! I love paper-piecing and I love Patriotic colors- I'm even working on a Patriotic-colored sampler right now. I NEED to do this one so I sure hope I can win a copy!
ReplyDeleteI'll like you on Facebook too.
I forgot my email: reillyr2@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteAmazing again.... Love the walk hanging and the quilting designs
i LOVE the red white and blue!!!!!! and the "spin" on the pinwheel.
ReplyDeleteI was just dozing off here at the computer until I came to your block!! YES, I am a paper-piecer and I love it! Flipping the block would be fun too.
ReplyDeletekayahr@gmail.com
The little quilt you made using your block is amazing. I am intimidated by paper piecing and am probably missing a wonderful experience, but I do love how this block comes together.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win. COngrats on the block! Ksmith8@emich.edu
ReplyDeleteWow really neat block.I have never paper pieced but I may try it.
ReplyDeleteInnovative. It's nice to see something really new.
ReplyDeleteGreat Block! I have yet to do any paper piecing but I am going to learn.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting block. I really like it as a pinwheel!
ReplyDeleteReally like your block! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeletelove your block!! it is different, I like it
ReplyDeleteThat is really an original block. Would love to win a copy of the magazine to be able to give it a try.
ReplyDeleteI like your block the one looks like watermelon. Congratulations on being published. Comlisajohnson@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteDifferent block for me! Will have to challenge myself as I like the movement the block has. Thanks! Sharon
ReplyDeleteWhat a great looking block Robin. Very cool.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being in Issue 5!
Really nice and creative block. I love the patriotic combination, would be great for a QOV!
ReplyDeleteYour block looks very intricate and pretty. I like paper piecing and will have to try it.nyhanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteVery cool looking block. I've never tried paper piecing, but like the effect.
ReplyDeleteLove the versatility of your block! Thanks 'sew much' for this chance to win a copy of Quiltmaker's!!
ReplyDeleteWhen looking at the individual block I didn't get it - but when you showed it in a quilt, I get how it combines and Wow!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win.
ReplyDeleteThis would be a fun block to paper piece. I like the flag representations but it might be fun in scrappy prints.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a great block, thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you all so much for your lovely comments and for following either my blog or facebook.
ReplyDeleteWe did have one foreign language response and for all the curious ones, it translates to
"Congratulations on your block is GORGEOUS!! I'll follow you" and supposedly is Portuguese. That was pretty cool too:)
Paper piecing is great and I do hope that those of you who try the block will send a picture so we can post it!
Have a great week, Robin
What an innovative pinwheel. Such talent! Count me in on the 100 book.
ReplyDeleteYour block is awesome ... and far more versatile than I'd have guessed at first glance! I'm definitely going to give this one a try, especially in the red, white and blue colorscape ... I'm feeling very patriotic lately! :)
ReplyDeleteVery cool different block! Congratulations on being published! Thanks for a chance to win! :)
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ReplyDeletebcgeates at netbistro dot com
This is very creative!
ReplyDeleteLOVE paper piecing, and your block is so interesting. larmenti at bellsouth dot net
ReplyDeleteGreat block! I love playing with traditional forms. They are so inspiring!
ReplyDeleteLove your block and wall hanging. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! I love looking to traditional blocks and quilts for inspiration.
ReplyDeleteLove your block and your wallhanging is gorgeous.
ReplyDeletesandi1100@yahoo.com
I like this block a LOT and I also really like how you quilted it. So interesting.
ReplyDeleteLovely block, I can definitely see the possibilities!
ReplyDeleteI Looooove this. Perfect.
ReplyDeleteMy first thought was "Quilt of Valor". Lots of possibilities with this block.
ReplyDeletePS. I'm stubborn; I don't Facebook.
What a unique and unusual block. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing block! What a talented lady. Thanks for the chance to win the magazine.
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Awesome! I'm all about paper piecing right now and need all the practice I can get. Loveliness!
ReplyDeleteI'm so in 'Like' with you on FB
ReplyDeleteWhat an eye catching block. I love the stripes!
ReplyDeleteshishypat@yahoo.com
I love pinwheels so will have to make this one!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the block. I love paper piecing so look forward to the challenge. This is the first time on your site look forward to visiting again.
ReplyDeleteThis is really a neat block! Paper piecing is wonderful to do with the accuracy that is gives.
ReplyDeleteThat is a GREAT block. Is it OK to use it. I am making a paperpieced lap quilt out of BOM's. I think this would make a nice addition.
ReplyDeleteWhat an eye-catching block! I love seeing it in different colors and layouts. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI Love Your Block Pinewheel Salute! Thanks for having this great Giveaway with Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Volume 5!
ReplyDeleteWow. Such an unusual block. Thanks
ReplyDeletelove this block paper piecing is fun,..
ReplyDeleteCongratulations it is a very nice block and so versatile.
ReplyDeletewonderful blog, thanks for the visit.
ReplyDeleteThanks for chance to win! (EMAIL: marshudson at comcast dot net)
ReplyDeleteI'm a paper piecer and love how you've been able to design a flutter in your block. I like the first layout with the tips coming together. It would be neat to see a project with this layout. It sort of made me think of butterfly wings. Thanks for a chance to win. Sandi
ReplyDeleteI like the accuracy of paper piecing and would love to make your block. It would be a great wallhanging for Fourth of July.
ReplyDeleteNice block! Congrats on being in the 100 Block issue.
ReplyDeleteoh, I'd just love a copy of the new issue!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting block! Thanks for the chance at this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI only tried paper piecing once, but this block could get me started again. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love your block especially in the Red White and Blue. My new Daughter-In-Law wants a wall hanging for every holiday. She will love this. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat block. I have not paper pieced much. It is something I'd like to try again though. Congratulations on having your block included in this year's Quiltmaker's 100.
ReplyDeleteThank you for a great giveaway and a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
What a fun block. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI have a son who would love a quilt with this block :) I love seeing all the possiblities. Thank you for participating in the blog hop. We appreciate your time! Hopping over to like you on FB. What would we do without social media? I guess it used to be quilting bees back in the day :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations BINKS for being #125 out of 161 and winning a free issue of QM 100 Blocks Vol 5.
ReplyDeleteI will be emailing you as well.