Paradox Point QAL - Block 3
It is that time again! We have a few more blocks to share with you today with the Paradox Point QAL. Personally, block 3 is my favorite of the bunch! It reminds me of the diamonds on my favorite playing cards. I think the simplicity of the diamonds and triangles is enticing! Keep scrolling for some amazing Block 3 arrows.
Kristy's Block:
Black, white and periwinkle blue, oh la la. The black print features a stitch-like grid and the white print features brushed lines and crosses. These two prints combined with this beautiful blue color on the light grey background makes a great arrow block.
Juli's Block:
Okay, I am completely in love with this block! The combo of the large aqua dot and and teal tone-on-tone makes me swoon. Once again the bright colors and solid black on the newsprint background, makes for a killer block 3.
Alayna's Block:
We all know orange is my favorite, so Alayna's block is making me smile! I love this combination of light orange and red-orange prints with the charcoal dot on the grey sketch background. Keep up the good work, Alayna!
MaryEllen's Block:
MaryEllen is also cruising along with the QAL and we are loving her block 3. She paired two new low volume prints with a vibrant lime for the accent. This arrow block pops right off the dark tone-on-tone background.
Kristy's Quick Tip:
I like to starch the fabrics ahead of time, that way I can tear the paper off the triangles before I sew them together. This also eliminates pulling paper out of the seams when you sew the triangles together!
Block 3 Design Options:
- Color Crazy - The larger pieces in this block could feature your favorite scraps you have beenhoarding!
- Turn Down the Volume - I have been digging through my low volumes for other projects recently and I can't get enough!
- Holi-Daze - With Valentine's Day around the corner, we made up a pink and red version of block 3. These would make an adorable table runner!
Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
We are loving this fabric pull that Kari (@quiltingczarina) shared on her Instagram. A Paradox Point made up with Elizabeth Hartman prints has us incredibly interested - can't wait to see how it turns out!
Now your turn! We want to see how your blocks turn out. We have started a Flickr group so you can add your photos there. You can also tag photos on Instagram with #ParadoxPointQAL! We will pick another winner for a small giveaway from everyone who participates.
First time here, no problem! Join in the fun. Read up on the previous posts here, grab a book and begin when it works for you. Thanks for stopping by and don't be shy with any questions and comments!
Comments
Deb said:
This qal looks like sew much fun and loving the colors you have chosen so far. Got to get started.
Lauren Mullarkey said:
Love this block!!!
CeLynn said:
I Love Julie’s block! Kristy’s tip is awesome and I am going to try it out on my next pp progect! Would love to join this qal,I love this pattern!
Dinah Snyder said:
This is the first I have seen this quiltalong/these blocks! Absolutely intriguing! I will be following closely from now on. I always prefer all quilt patterns in brights, but your low-volume block is so appealing! I think I love them all!
Lisa Estrada said:
I love this quilt! Great color choices.
Celine Combet said:
I just discovered the QAL from your lovely newsletter. Not sure how I missed it but it looks like another winner. I’d love to try it. Thank you for the chance to win.
Ann said:
This looks like so much fun to work on- thanks for the opportunity to win?
Juleen Jaeger said:
Love the pattern! Looks like a lot of fun. I’m not too late to catch up. Should be fun!
Corky said:
I am so loving these blocks. And the colors people are selecting are amazing. I have toyed with doing this…..perhaps the time has come. Thanks for the geiveaway….sure hope I win.
Shan Fawcett said:
Wish I’d seen this QAL when it started. Now I will have to catch up. Oh, decisions, decisions! What fabric do I want to use; so many choices. Love the precision of foundation piecing. Looks like I need to ge4 a move on.
Jean Imholte said:
I love this quilt! Hope I can do it soon.
A Smith said:
I just found this, and I can’t wait to join in!!