Quilt Block of the Month: April 2024 | Plus Cat's Cradle Unit Tutorial with Creative Grids Ruler

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Get an up-close look at the April 2024 Quilting Life Block of the Month. Sherri also gives a tutorial on constructing the Cat's Cradle unit featured in this month's block. She shares the traditional way to construct this unit and also demonstrates how to use the Creative Grids Cat's Cradle ruler to help make the unit more efficiently. Visit Sherri's blog for the free PDF pattern for this month's block in two sizes. Remember to download the January pattern to get the instructions for the outer sawtooth star sections that will be used in every block this year.
Blog post with the free PDF pattern download: www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29444
Cat’s Cradle Ruler by Creative Grids: shrsl.com/4gx6p
Blog post with the January pattern download that includes the sawtooth star instructions: www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=28963
2024 Block of the Month Program Details Post: www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilt...
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
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  • @DebPressley
    @DebPressleyАй бұрын

    I watched your video and recognized the cats cradle square as one on another project I was starting. This ruler and your guidance have made it so much easier than it would have been. I learn so much from you. Thanks!!

  • @TarahMatson-zz2hj
    @TarahMatson-zz2hj2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for showing me this ruler. I am going to have to buy it. Your BOMs are always so beautiful. Thank you so much for your talent and generosity. Hugs from Minnesota ❤️

  • @geanniesimmons976
    @geanniesimmons9763 ай бұрын

    Wow! My jaw dropped when you added the large square to finish the block. I'm definitely getting this ruler! Thank you! 💕

  • @lynetteperry3559
    @lynetteperry35593 ай бұрын

    love the colours

  • @melissawriglesworth7123
    @melissawriglesworth71233 ай бұрын

    I would not have know about this ruler without you. Thanks so much.

  • @donnakluck9135
    @donnakluck9135Ай бұрын

    Thanks for the demo. I too have had that roller for several years and have not used it yet.

  • @gloriastrelow9822
    @gloriastrelow98222 ай бұрын

    Excellent explanation

  • @margaretlavenia4634
    @margaretlavenia46343 ай бұрын

    Creative Grids makes some really great rulers! This is one I do not have but could add to my list! Thanks for sharing this.

  • @karenhickey3377
    @karenhickey33773 ай бұрын

    Love this! I just ordered that ruler! I’ve never made the cat’s cradle block. Super fun 😊

  • @sandramichaud8033
    @sandramichaud80333 ай бұрын

    Got to get the ruler! You make it look easy and your blocks are sharp!

  • @kimlauder6899
    @kimlauder68992 ай бұрын

    This tutorial is awesome. Thank you ❤❤

  • @vikkivanveldhuizen2290
    @vikkivanveldhuizen22903 ай бұрын

    I never thought to start sewing from the straight side instead of the point side. All my years of quilting and bunching up…. Dahhhh. Thanks for that tip that I should have thought of. Keep sharing the simplest of sewing processes.

  • @rosannamize6622
    @rosannamize66223 ай бұрын

    Thank you for explaining this to me. I haven't even started the designer mystery quilt from last year because I didn't understand the ruler nor did I have the courage to do it the other way so I just didn't do anything.

  • @lynnscroggins7104
    @lynnscroggins71043 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the cute quilt block and the demo of the ruler. I don’t have the ruler but think I NEED one now! Happy April!

  • @pamelacasey1699
    @pamelacasey16993 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the demonstration on this ruler!

  • @carmenmaldonado2982
    @carmenmaldonado29823 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial. Thank you. Love the block

  • @susankurzsebesta3169
    @susankurzsebesta31693 ай бұрын

    Wow! The cat's cradle ruler is phenomenal! Thank you!

  • @janellechristensen6534
    @janellechristensen65343 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the ruler demo.

  • @kimpoper3711
    @kimpoper37113 ай бұрын

    Great ruler demo! Thank you!

  • @christieschepers5072
    @christieschepers50723 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for showing how to use the ruler. That is how I will make this block.

  • @gloriavelebir9335
    @gloriavelebir93353 ай бұрын

    Great Tutorial! Thanks! I’m definitely going to buy the ruler. 😊

  • @patriciaallen3138
    @patriciaallen31383 ай бұрын

    You gave such wonderful instructions!

  • @rebeccaaguilar9550
    @rebeccaaguilar95503 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the tutorial. It’s great!😊

  • @maureentaphouse5206
    @maureentaphouse52063 ай бұрын

    I have to admit that like you I\'ve had this ruler for ages and yes I haven't used it either. It really does give a perfect finish so thank you for the demo

  • @baseballquilter
    @baseballquilter3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the new lesson. Now, I need to catch up. I still have to do my March block. 😊

  • @janemcdaniel7502
    @janemcdaniel75023 ай бұрын

    thanks for the ruler demo! it seems like a great tool to get the perfect size. i have dreaded cat’s cradle blocks so this method looks like a great solution.

  • @katherinem7835
    @katherinem78353 ай бұрын

    I've been wanting to learn how to use that ruler. Thank you Sherry.

  • @cherylwirth8219
    @cherylwirth82193 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the cats cradle ruler tutorial! I've had one for a few years and haven't attempted to try it. I will now! ❤

  • @marianotar
    @marianotar3 ай бұрын

    Sherri, your videos are always outstanding. It's so helpful when you not only explain the piecing process but also are very diligent in showing your pressing techniques. This block is beautiful. Using the creative grids tool is going to be terrific as an option to making these a bit easier and two at a time.

  • @maryanncyr5308
    @maryanncyr53083 ай бұрын

    My favorite part of the livestreams New Products. Maple House and the Chai batiks are on my list from this week! I am looking for the Maple House pattern as well.

  • @kellyross962
    @kellyross9623 ай бұрын

    I love this Tool makes it easier

  • @BrendaH289
    @BrendaH2893 ай бұрын

    I love that ruler ❤

  • @robinaruzza2128
    @robinaruzza21283 ай бұрын

    I have had this ruler for some time along with fabric/pattern from Edyta Sitar. I think it is going to be my next project….thank you for making it look easy.

  • @needle.thread.watercolor-jloh
    @needle.thread.watercolor-jloh3 ай бұрын

    Nice ruler! I will have to order.

  • @ginaderosebell3526
    @ginaderosebell35263 ай бұрын

    Love that ruler! It took me a minute to see it but when you drew those last two lines! Wow!

  • @nancypage8061
    @nancypage80613 ай бұрын

    Thx for the ruler demo!

  • @cindymcfarland4686
    @cindymcfarland46863 ай бұрын

    I love making cat's cradle blocks and I do use the special creative grids ruler, which makes it so easy.

  • @tammyingle233
    @tammyingle2333 ай бұрын

    I used this ruler for a king sized quilt that had a mixture of creative rulers in it. I loved that I took care of 2 quilt blocks together.

  • @joanneseeger5271
    @joanneseeger52713 ай бұрын

    Way easier with the ruler!

  • @user-te8tr7dn5d
    @user-te8tr7dn5d3 ай бұрын

    Loved it

  • @elizabethmurphy1978
    @elizabethmurphy19783 ай бұрын

    I too am guilty of owning an unused cats cradle ruler😢! No more!

  • @carmenbailey1560
    @carmenbailey15603 ай бұрын

    👍❤️🙂

  • @robertslisa71
    @robertslisa713 ай бұрын

    Where did you get the little turntable cutting mat please :)

  • @marydenney8249
    @marydenney82492 ай бұрын

    I can’t find the blog post where all the star points are…can you post a link? I’ve looked everywhere

  • @CarlaSell-fl2hr
    @CarlaSell-fl2hr3 ай бұрын

    I don't have the ruler, and just wondering if there is a way to do it without the ruler? I did do a practice one and not happy with my results! When sewing the square to the triangles and then adding larger triangle, my point was almost quarter inch off!!!! HELP

  • @sherrimcconnell4094

    @sherrimcconnell4094

    3 ай бұрын

    You can definitely make it without the ruler. Just be sure your pieces are cut accurately and that your seam allowances are right at 1/4".

  • @CarlaSell-fl2hr

    @CarlaSell-fl2hr

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I was able to find the ruler at a local quilt store, so I will give that a shot!!@@sherrimcconnell4094

  • @sandrawhitman2930
    @sandrawhitman29303 ай бұрын

    I’m trying to print the pattern and it’s not loading. I’ve tried several ways. Is it just me?

  • @dianelindberg4376

    @dianelindberg4376

    3 ай бұрын

    Clear your history this sometimes makes it work

  • @sherrimcconnell4094

    @sherrimcconnell4094

    3 ай бұрын

    It usually works better from a computer than from a phone or tablet, too.

  • @carlalam1
    @carlalam12 ай бұрын

    I’m sorry to be a complainer but the picture on the PDF pattern is not the same fabrics as what you show on the video or the blog and I’m trying to match your color way so it gets confusing. Also, I can’t find the color way for the outside blocks for the rest of the months

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