Category: Pattern Downloads

This week’s Moda Blockheads 6 block comes with a breath of fresh morning air—introducing Dew Drops, a quilt block by the ever-talented Chelsi Stratton of Chelsi Stratton Designs.

If you’ve been quilting along, you know each week brings a new surprise, and a new voice—and Chelsi’s block is sure to impress. It’s the kind of block that is intriguing and may challenge your piecing skills, so take your time. It is well worth it.

Dew Drops – A Gentle Start to the Day

The Dew Drops Block combines half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, and a central four-patch unit to create a design that is structured, yet intricate. The layout mesmerizing with shapes that gently lead your eye from the center outward.

I love my color palette this week, and want to make more of these blocks, wait, did I say that last time?
I think I say that every time, so forgive my obsessive desire to make more and more quilts! Blues, creamy neutrals, and reds added warmth and helped me stay in that vintage-faded look. I really enjoyed piecing this one—it went together smoothly, and I am happy how my points lined up.
Since I like to do things scrappy, I pieced lots of 3″ half square triangles using It’s Sew Emma’s triangle papers. This way I have an assortment ready. I cut off what I need and trim down to the size needed for each block.

Meet the Designer: Chelsi Stratton

If you’ve been in the quilting world for even a short while, you’ve likely come across Chelsi Stratton’s work. She’s a designer known for timeless patterns, warm palettes, and fabric collections she creates alongside her mother, Sherri McConnell, for Moda Fabrics.

Chelsi brings a lovely mix of tradition and fresh perspective to every design. Her patterns are approachable yet polished—perfect for both newer quilters and seasoned stitchers looking for something classic with a twist. She also shares her creative process, design tips, and quilting life across multiple platforms. Be sure to follow her and stay inspired!

Instagram: @chelsistratton
Facebook: Chelsi Stratton Designs
YouTube: A Quilting Life Podcast (with Sherri McConnell)
Blog: chelsistratton.wordpress.com

Give her a follow—you’ll love the glimpse into her quilting world, family life, and her collaborations with Sherri.

Watch & Stitch Along

Head over to the Moda Blog to read more about Chelsi’s inspiration behind Dew Drops, and don’t miss the how-to video tutorial for this week’s block. Whether you’re cutting into your favorite prints or sticking with solids, there’s plenty of room to make this block your own.

Let the Dew Drops Fall

This is the kind of block that looks different with every color combo—soft and subtle, bold and graphic, or somewhere in between. Be sure to share your version using #ModaBlockheads and #ModaBlockheads6, and don’t forget to tag @modafabrics and @chelsistratton so we can all admire your work!

There’s something truly special about how this quilt is coming together—one block at a time, one stitch at a time, yet I still haven’t decided on my setting. I need to get to work on that very soon!

Until next week, happy sewing.

Details about this program, click here.

Follow each of the designers listed below.
Chelsi Stratton- This week’s designer

Vanessa Christenson – Download the pattern here.

Lynne Hagmeier -Download the pattern here.

Anne Sutton -Download the pattern here.

Kiley Ferons-Download the pattern here.

If you are not a member of the Blockheads 6 Facebook group, you can join here.

I can’t wait to see your progress each week.

-Modalissa

Blockheads 6 – Block 4 Kiley Ferons

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June 18, 2025

Moda Blockheads 6: Block 4 – Cat’s Cradle by Kiley Ferons

It’s Blockheads Wednesday again, and we’ve got a fresh face joining the circle—say hello to Kiley Ferons, the designer behind this week’s block: Cat’s Cradle.

Now back to Blockheads…If you love blocks with movement and a modern twist, you’re in for a treat. Kiley’s Cat’s Cradle is playful and sharp all at once—a clever composition of half-square triangles and half-rectangle triangles that criss-cross like the string game we all played as kids. It’s balanced but dynamic, and every seam adds depth and direction.

A Playful Block with Purpose

The Cat’s Cradle block combines clean geometry with a sense of motion—those angles really do feel like loops of string pulled tight between careful fingers. The HSTs and HRTs dance with each other in a design that’s both structured and lively, perfect for adding visual interest to your quilt layout.

For mine, I leaned into soft geometrics to let the block take on a vintage feel. I’m still building my faded vintage palette, and this block was a great reminder that even subtle colors can create big movement with the right design. I can’t get enough dots, stripes and retro shirtings.

And yes, I may have stared at the finished block longer than usual… there’s something mesmerizing about how the shapes nest together, like a quilted puzzle.

Meet Kiley Ferons of Kiley’s Quilt Room

Let’s talk about the creative force behind this block—Kiley Ferons, a newer face in the Moda designer family but already a standout in the quilting world. Kiley is known for her approachable patterns, fresh aesthetic, and passion for helping quilters of all skill levels build confidence through intentional design. Kiley’s debut fabric line, Potted will be in stores October 2025.

Based in Utah, Kiley is not only a quilt pattern designer, but also a tech-savvy creative who, along with her husband created MY QUILTS APP.. that help quilters map out their projects digitally—hello, organized layouts and easy fabric planning! Keep track of, journal, and organize all your quilt projects!

You can explore more of her work and connect with her here:

Instagram: @kileysquiltroom
Facebook: Kiley’s Quilt Room
Blog + Shop: kileysquiltroom.com/blog

Give her a follow—you’ll find tons of inspiration, helpful tips, and maybe even your next favorite pattern.

Cat’s Cradle – Tips & Tutorial

As always, Moda’s got you covered with a video tutorial walking through this week’s block. If you’re new to half-rectangle triangles or just need a refresher, it’s a great resource to have on hand. The TRI-RECS Ruler 8823753A was huge help in piecing the half rectangles. ( be sure and check out my friend Alison Dale in the video)

And don’t forget to hop over to Moda’s blog to read all things blockheads each Wednesday. it’s always fun to compare interpretations and find new ideas for your own version.

Show Us Your Cradle

Have you made your Cat’s Cradle block yet? Did you go classic, colorful, or modern? Share your version using #ModaBlockheads and #ModaBlockheads6 and be sure to tag @modafabrics and @kileysquiltroom—let’s give Kiley a big Blockheads welcome!

This sew-along is turning into such a thoughtful blend of tradition and innovation, and I’m loving every block. See you next week with another design and another opportunity to stitch something beautiful.

Follow each of the designers listed below.

Kiley Ferons- This weeks feature
Chelsi Stratton

Vanessa Christenson – Download the pattern here.

Lynne Hagmeier– Download the pattern here.

Anne Sutton– Download the pattern here.

If you are not a member of the Blockheads 6 Facebook group, you can join here.

I can’t wait to see your progress each week.

-modalissa

Blockheads 6- Block 3- Bunny Hill

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June 11, 2025

Moda Blockheads 6: Block 3 – Sunday’s Best by Anne Sutton

Blockheads, it’s time to roll out the tablecloth, fluff the cushions, and polish the silver—it’s week three, and we’re sewing Sunday Best!

This elegant block is brought to us by the ever-gracious Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs, whose soft, classic style always brings a touch of timeless charm. Sunday Best is exactly the kind of block that makes you want to slow down and enjoy the process.

A Block with Sunday Charm

The Sunday Best block pairs crisp flying geese with four-patch units, all arranged in a way that feels thoughtful and intentional—kind of like setting the table for a big family meal. The shapes are clean and balanced, but the layout has a quiet movement that keeps your eye dancing across the block.

It evokes that feeling of calm you get on a slow Sunday afternoon—everything in its place, sunlight coming through the window, and something sweet baking in the kitchen. There’s a sense of preparation and celebration built into this design. And honestly? I really like how mine turned out. So much so that I didn’t stop at just one—I made a few! And then ready for a Sunday afternoon nap!

Keeping the Vintage Vision

As I mentioned in earlier posts, I’m going for a faded, vintage look with my Blockheads 6 quilt. The soft tones I added last week are really starting to come together in a gentle wash of light. For Sunday Best, I continued with that theme—working in the reds and blues with touches of mediums. I used strips and dots to continue to work on the vintage feel.

The repeat blocks let me play with subtle shifts in color, keeping things cohesive but not too matchy. I’m not sure yet how many of them will end up in the final layout, but I love the idea of sprinkling a few throughout.

Get Inspired & Get Stitching

Anne has shared her version of Sunday Best over on the BunnyHill Blog, and you’ll definitely want to see her take on the block—it’s graceful and polished, just like her entire Bunny Hill aesthetic.

Need a little help assembling those flying geese and four-patch units? This week is my turn to do a video on the how to make the block. Check out the step-by-step video tutorial staring ME!! to guide you through the block construction. Whether you’re sewing along at your own pace or keeping up week by week, the resources are there to make this journey joyful.

Sew Along with the Blockheads

Are you going classic, scrappy, or experimenting like me? Be sure to post your blocks on social using #ModaBlockheads and #ModaBlockheads6—and tag @modafabrics and your favorite designers too! You can tag me also if you want. #modalissa

Every stitch we make is part of a bigger story, and I love seeing how each of you interpret these blocks through your own fabric choices and styles.

Let’s keep sewing together—one beautiful block at a time.

Details about this program, click here.

Follow each of the designers listed below.

Anne Sutton

Kiley Ferons
Chelsi Stratton

Vanessa Christenson – Download the pattern here.

Lynne Hagmeier

Block #3 and I made 3. I could make an entire quilt of just this block. Yes I do say that about all the blocks!

If you are not a member of the Blockheads 6 Facebook group, you can join here.

I can’t wait to see your progress each week.

BH6-Block 2 Kansas Troubles

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June 4, 2025

Are you ready for Block 2 of Moda Blockheads 6?

I am diving into the next chapter of this journey with a block that’s full of meaning, nostalgia, and possibility. While this quilt design was originally rooted in the My Favorite Color is Moda 2 pattern, part of the magic of Blockheads is the freedom to make it your own. There will be all kinds of layout options by the time we reach the end—and truth be told, I haven’t decided if I’ll follow a Moda designer layout or create my own path. Oh the pressure to decide….What I do know is this: I’m chasing a very faded, vintage feel, soft and worn, like a favorite quilt pulled from a cedar chest.

A Soft Shift in Color

Last week, I mentioned that my fabric pull was leaning a bit heavy into reds and blues—rich, classic, bold. But sometimes a quilt starts to whisper what it wants to be, and I’ve been listening. For this month’s block, I softened the palette by pulling in pale pinks and soft blues, aiming for a look that feels sun-washed and timeworn. I stitched up the entire block using all lights—a surprising choice, maybe, but part of the fun is embracing the unknown. I’m not entirely sure how these lighter blocks will fit into the final layout… but isn’t that the joy of the process?

Meet Block 2: Crossroads

This week’s block comes from none other than Lynne Hagmeier of Kansas Troubles Quilters, and it’s called Crossroads—a name that couldn’t be more fitting.

The block itself is a blend of half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, and pieced units, coming together in a structured but fluid design. It’s like a quilted map of intersecting paths—some planned, some unexpected—each meeting point holding its own little story. The name Crossroads conjures images of travel, turning points, and the places where old trails meet new ones. I especially love Lynne’s description of the block as having a well-worn feel. That phrase speaks to me—it’s how I want this quilt to look… and maybe how I feel myself some days!

More from Lynne + How-To Help

Don’t forget to hop over to the Moda Blog to see Lynne’s version of Crossroads in her signature Kansas Troubles style. Her take on color and layout always offers a fresh perspective, especially if you’re toying with more traditional prints.

Need a little extra guidance assembling the block? Moda’s got you covered with a video tutorial walking you through every step. Whether you’re new to piecing or just need a refresher, it’s a great way to feel confident before diving in.

Details about this program, click here.

Follow each of the designers listed below.

Lynne Hagmeier- this weeks featured designer

Anne Sutton

Kiley Ferons
Chelsi Stratton

Vanessa Christenson – Download the pattern here.

Block #2 and I am still on schedule. It is the little things.

If you are not a member of the Blockheads 6 Facebook group, you can join here.

I can’t wait to see your progress each week.

If you are interested in My Favorite Color is Moda 2. Ask for this pattern at your favorite quilt or specialty retailer. 5 different basic color options included.

-modalissa

I love this quilt so much!

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October 15, 2023

Fall Quilt Magic

There’s a distinct magic in the air that can only mean one thing – fall has arrived or kind of. We are finally experiencing a relief from the extreme heat in Texas. We can’t wait to cozy up, to savor the simple pleasures, and to find warmth in the midst of nature’s gentle descent into winter. What better way to capture the feeling of fall than by pulling out quilts and decorating for the season.

In a world filled with mass-produced items, there’s an undeniable charm in creating something with our own hands. A fall quilt crafted from 12 fat quarters as the lights and Moda jelly roll strips as the chains; it’s a labor of love.
I have said it a million times.. I have the greatest job in the world working for Moda Fabrics and as you may or may not know, Moda is the parent company of Ruby Star Society. I love combining lots of different Moda designers fabrics and now I can add Ruby Star fabrics to the mix. That is exactly what I did for this quilt.

Here are the general specs. Link to pattern below.

CHAINS

Quilt is 74″ x 74″.

Supplies

Blocks (lights): 12 assorted Fat Quarters*

Block (light): 1 yard

Blocks (darks): 35-21/2″ x width of fabric
(a Jelly Roll is a great start! but I cut a couple of strips from as many layer cakes as I possibly could)

Binding: 2/3 yard. Plaids and Stripes are my favorite for bindings. I am always on the hunt for them.

Backing: 43/4 yards
*Fat Quarter=18″ x 22″

Experiment with color placement, combine different fabrics and colors, and let the quilt tell its own story. I am dying to do this in Christmas fabrics with darks in the middle.

Chains

So fun!!

Light fabrics are not normally fabrics that you gravitate to buy. It is so much easier to be attracted to color and print when shopping. Think of lights like milk and bread. You always need them and buy good ones when you see them. They are timeless and don’t expire like milk and bread.

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisper finally, there’s a profound sense of fulfillment in completing a fall quilt or really any quilt, right? Create a quilt that not only keeps you warm but also fills your heart with the inspiring essence of autumn. This is currently my favorite quilt but just like the seasons, it will quickly change.

To download the pattern, click here.

Be sure and tag me if you make this. I love to see your work. #modalissa @modalissa

Happy quilting!

-Modalissa