It is time for BOM Block 8... The Log Cabin!
August BOM - Block 8
For the August BOM, we chose the Log Cabin block just with a different take in the center to make it different than the traditional square. The center normally shows a red center symbolizing the hearth of the home or a yellow center representing a welcoming light in a window. The Log Cabin became very popular during the American Civil War. It was thought to be in honor of Abraham Lincoln, who grew up in a log cabin. It was used in the Underground Railroad to let slaves know where safe houses were.
The Log Cabin still carries the meaning of home and can also symbolize strength, resilience, and a creative spirit. We do not think this block could come at any better time. Christina got engaged in July and is moving to Georgia!! It has brought Christina a lot of self reflection this month of what "home" means to her. What does home mean to you? Do you have an heirloom quilt that has a log cabin pattern? We would love to hear what it means to you and see your log cabin quilts.
July Block 7 samples
Our friends continue to make great blocks each month and we love showing them off to you. Thank you to @frecklesontheside, @quiltinginthewoods, @mountainviewquilts, and @cmariequilts!
How the BOM works.
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The newsletter will include the link to download the block so you can sew along with us. It is written with standardized wording that we use here at Quilt Pattern Writers. That way, if you are a pattern designer, you can use the wording in your pattern. If you are a designer looking for a ghostwriter, you can see some of our work as we use this wording throughout the patterns we write. The digital files will include step-out diagrams, diagrams for standard units and assembly, as well as the finished block. Think of all the time you will save when you start adding these to your library! All for a nominal cost that you can write off as a business expense.
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We hope you will join in the fun every month and make all twelve blocks. It is so fun to see how everyone puts their spin on a BOM quilt. And, we would love you to share your blocks with the tags @quiltpatternwriters, #qpw2024bom, #qpw2024samplerquilt, and #qpw.
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