+Mary Jane That's a lovely idea Mary Jane. Your daughters will really appreciate their quilts using this block, and because of its size you don't need many to make a quilt.
I love the block, too. Very interesting and yet not too complicated for a beginner. I would love to see how you finished yours. What borders and binding did you choose?
I am ashamed to say Teresa, but I haven't finished my quilt yet. I still need to make a 4th block and then I will be good to go. But one of our lovely readers sent in a photo of a baby quilt she made from the block and it looks lovely. Here is a link www.alandacraft.com/2016/07/09/new-mexico-block/. I will probably add black sashing between the blocks and add some green and black borders when I come to finish it.
@@QuiltingBlocksnPatterns Alana, no shame, please. I'm sure you've had other projects going that you've shared with us. This block is special to me because my husband finished high school and college in New Mexico, and where he was commissioned in the Navy. I'm going rto embroider dates of his graduation and commissioning into the strip portion. the only thing that may give me problems is all that bias in the half square triangles. Oh, and i did have to wiggle those seams a bit to match up in a couple of places. But it went together like a dream. Of course, it helped that I starched the fabric several times before cutting. Many thanks. You are very much appreciated.
What a lovely idea Teresa. I would love to see it when you have finished it. Perhaps you would like to share some photos on the website, Here is the link if you are interested www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/ Cheers, Wanda
This is one of my favourites. I love how large it is. 4 blocks with some sashing an borders can make a lovely quilt. Don't forget that we have the step by step written instructions, with photos, on the website as well www.alandacraft.com/2015/11/05/quilting-block-new-mexico-quilt-block-30/
I live in Italy and recently I found you web site and your tutorials. They are very very interesting. I would lile to prepare this block as small tablecloth. What do you reommend to insert as stuffing? Have you tutorial about the finish block ? Sorry for my bad english. Thanks Thanks for your answer
I do apologise Liliana, my original response does not appear to have saved. I would use a fusible fleece or a thin batting as the stuffing. You probably wouldn't want your table runner to be too full and bouncy. We have a written tutorial on making the block here - www.alandacraft.com/quilting-block-new-mexico-quilt-block-30/. I haven't finished my project as yet. I am going to make a quilt using 4 of these blocks with sashing and borders.
That will look awesome Linda We would love to see it when it's finished. If you would like to share some photos with us when its done, here is a link to our Readers Project page. www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/. What I really love about this block is how big it is, so it only takes a few with some sashing to make a quilt top.
It really is awesome to use Carolyn. It's the Quilter's Slidelock and it is awesome. They come in different sizes and we use both of them constantly. Here is where you can get one if you are interested. This is their website www.quiltersslidelock.com/ and we bought ours from Erica's www.ericas.com/quilting/tools/misctools.htm
Hi. Recently found your site and I do enjoy your tutorials very much. I was particularly interested in this one because I wanted to see how you "square" such a large block. I have 12" blocks, but only an 8" square. Not sure how to square them up.....Thank you. I look forward to more of your videos!
+Sharon C It's a bit difficult to explain in a few words, but basically you would need a couple of rulers to do it. We will add this to our list of videos to do but in the meantime just search for "how to square up a large block' in google, you will find a number of helpful tutorials on doing this.
I live in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Thank you for this idea! I will be making 1 soon, do you know the story behind the Zia symbol (the true name of the design)? The Zia Sun Symbol is featured on the New Mexico flag. The Zia Indians of New Mexico regard the Sun as a sacred symbol. Their symbol, a red circle with groups of rays pointing in four directions, is painted on ceremonial vases, drawn on the ground around campfires, and used to introduce newborns to the Sun.
+theresa c Thank you so much for sharing that information with us Theresa. It's always a pleasure to hear about the origins of the design elements that we use in our quilting. :)
@KoalaSez Thanks for posting this. I love it. The variation you posted has the addition of the stripes around the edge, which I guess is to replicate the New Mexico flag, and is a really nice idea. The original never had the stripes. This is great for someone who wants to use the authentic colours although I'm not sure that the blue is part of New Mexico's colours, but the addition of a 3rd colour allows for a nice touch of variation.
Love Love Love Love LOVE . This is such a simple block that because of the placement looks complicated but you made it look effortless . Your directions are clear and concise and easy to follow . I am definitely subscribing and look forward to seeing more videos . Thanks a Million for sharing . Oh yeah " did I say that I LOVE this quilt ? ☺😊😆😊☺
+Quilting Blocks & Patterns Your very welcome dear. Quilters are special people . And as a fellow quilter I feel that we should always build each other up. Non quilters have no idea of the work involved in putting quilts together . It's a long process . From purchasing the fabrics , selecting the right colors , either finding a pattern or designing our own . Cutting , Sewing then quilting . I'm exhausted just thinking about it . Lol But it's a labor of love and a passion . I can go into a quilt store and spend hours . Besides how beautiful fabric is " I love the feel and the smell of fabric . 😊😃😄. I can imagine how this quilt would look if it were made into a bed size quilt . I'm kinda stuck right now . I am just getting back to quilting after a divorce , I was the one to leave the house and all my belongings , which included several machines , my Bernina , a Futura embroidery machine were my favorites of 6 machines and a serger. I could cry all over again after 5 years when I think of 15 years or so of collecting fabrics and accessories . The ex just got rid of everything ! Anywayz the saying don't cry over spilled milk. Or in my case A studio and attic filled with years of treasures ! Sorry didn't mean to write a novel ! Lol I have been looking at patterns , and videos for 3 days now and haven't cut 1 strip of fabric ... 😂😁😂 I guess there's nothing to it but to do it....
+Catherine Green Thank you for sharing your story Catherine. I can only imagine how hard it would be to lose all your machines and treasures. But as you say it's time to move on and make that first cut of fabric. I love your expression of a quilters life, and you are so right there is nothing quite like going into a fabric store and just revelling in the sights and feel of the fabric. I am always amazed at how long it takes to decide on what fabric to use but that is the quintessential quilting experience. :)
I have gone to your wed site to find out how much fabric to get for each 30" block and I am having trouble finding it, I am new to working out how much to buy for each quilt block. please can you help me?? I am going to make one each of all your blocks on YT and make me a quilt. love how you make it look easy But I must make the 30" block first the 10" blocks are easy I can do that THANKS to you
+Maureen Sommerfeld These are just estimates. You will need 5/8 yard black, 5/8 yard green, 1/4 yard contrast. We have actually constructed the block in a different way to how it is usually done, by creating the long strips that are cut across the width of the fabric. We tend to allow a little more fabric than our software estimates. The leftovers can always be used for strip quilt blocks. If it were me, I would buy 1 yard of the first two colours, and 1/4 yard of the third colour, just to be on the safe side, but that's just me
My three daughters were born in New Mexico. I am making them a quilt throw using this pattern for Christmas in 2016
+Mary Jane That's a lovely idea Mary Jane. Your daughters will really appreciate their quilts using this block, and because of its size you don't need many to make a quilt.
I love this. Thank you for showing how to do this block.
Gorgeous! I like huge blocks, they make such fun. Thanks. You do excellent vids.🤗
This is one of my favourites. At 30" it makes a great baby quilt
I love the block, too. Very interesting and yet not too complicated for a beginner. I would love to see how you finished yours. What borders and binding did you choose?
I am ashamed to say Teresa, but I haven't finished my quilt yet. I still need to make a 4th block and then I will be good to go. But one of our lovely readers sent in a photo of a baby quilt she made from the block and it looks lovely. Here is a link www.alandacraft.com/2016/07/09/new-mexico-block/. I will probably add black sashing between the blocks and add some green and black borders when I come to finish it.
@@QuiltingBlocksnPatterns Alana, no shame, please. I'm sure you've had other projects going that you've shared with us. This block is special to me because my husband finished high school and college in New Mexico, and where he was commissioned in the Navy. I'm going rto embroider dates of his graduation and commissioning into the strip portion. the only thing that may give me problems is all that bias in the half square triangles. Oh, and i did have to wiggle those seams a bit to match up in a couple of places. But it went together like a dream. Of course, it helped that I starched the fabric several times before cutting. Many thanks. You are very much appreciated.
What a lovely idea Teresa. I would love to see it when you have finished it. Perhaps you would like to share some photos on the website, Here is the link if you are interested www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/ Cheers, Wanda
Beautiful thank you.
This is one of my favourite blocks and it makes a great baby quilt.
The block is beautifully designed and so interesting without being too terribly difficult for this newbie to quilting.
This is one of my favourites. I love how large it is. 4 blocks with some sashing an borders can make a lovely quilt. Don't forget that we have the step by step written instructions, with photos, on the website as well www.alandacraft.com/2015/11/05/quilting-block-new-mexico-quilt-block-30/
Love this block with a fussy cut center
Haven't tried that as yet, but have been thinking about it. This is one of my favourite blocks, I also love the large size.
I live in Italy and recently I found you web site and your tutorials. They are very very interesting. I would lile to prepare this block as small tablecloth. What do you reommend to insert as stuffing? Have you tutorial about the finish block ? Sorry for my bad english. Thanks Thanks for your answer
I do apologise Liliana, my original response does not appear to have saved.
I would use a fusible fleece or a thin batting as the stuffing. You probably wouldn't want your table runner to be too full and bouncy. We have a written tutorial on making the block here - www.alandacraft.com/quilting-block-new-mexico-quilt-block-30/. I haven't finished my project as yet. I am going to make a quilt using 4 of these blocks with sashing and borders.
very nice quilt piece........I a gonna do one with solids and scrappy blocks ..........
That will look awesome Linda We would love to see it when it's finished. If you would like to share some photos with us when its done, here is a link to our Readers Project page. www.alandacraft.com/submit-your-project/. What I really love about this block is how big it is, so it only takes a few with some sashing to make a quilt top.
Absolutely Brilliant! This tutorial was so well done and a pleasure to watch. Thanks so much...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Tessa. :)
What a great block to show off a large print😄 Thanks for the great tutorial.
+Joanne Davison Thank you for your lovely comment Joanne
Joanne Davison What a great idea. I have some (ha.... some...) larger print fabric that would work wonderfully in this pattern.
Love that big old yellow ruler! Texas
It really is awesome to use Carolyn. It's the Quilter's Slidelock and it is awesome. They come in different sizes and we use both of them constantly. Here is where you can get one if you are interested. This is their website www.quiltersslidelock.com/ and we bought ours from Erica's
www.ericas.com/quilting/tools/misctools.htm
I like that you get on with it. We don't have to watch you sew each one or cut them all up thank-you
Hi. Recently found your site and I do enjoy your tutorials very much. I was particularly interested in this one because I wanted to see how you "square" such a large block. I have 12" blocks, but only an 8" square. Not sure how to square them up.....Thank you. I look forward to more of your videos!
+Sharon C It's a bit difficult to explain in a few words, but basically you would need a couple of rulers to do it. We will add this to our list of videos to do but in the meantime just search for "how to square up a large block' in google, you will find a number of helpful tutorials on doing this.
+Quilting Blocks & Patterns Thank you so much! I look forward to more of your videos! 🙂
Beautiful pattern. Thank you for sharing and making your instructions so clear!!
+Susie Annei Thank you Susie. This block is really big so it wouldn't take too many to make a quilt.
oh I really like that block and I like those fabrics too. Thank you!
+Veronica Scott Thank you Veronica. It's certainly a big block. :)
I live in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Thank you for this idea! I will be making 1 soon, do you know the story behind the Zia symbol (the true name of the design)? The Zia Sun Symbol is featured on the New Mexico flag. The Zia Indians of New Mexico regard the Sun as a sacred symbol. Their symbol, a red circle with groups of rays pointing in four directions, is painted on ceremonial vases, drawn on the ground around campfires, and used to introduce newborns to the Sun.
+theresa c Thank you so much for sharing that information with us Theresa. It's always a pleasure to hear about the origins of the design elements that we use in our quilting. :)
👍🏻very nice
+Amal AlSultan Thank you Amal: and it's very easy to do.
@KoalaSez Thanks for posting this. I love it. The variation you posted has the addition of the stripes around the edge, which I guess is to replicate the New Mexico flag, and is a really nice idea. The original never had the stripes. This is great for someone who wants to use the authentic colours although I'm not sure that the blue is part of New Mexico's colours, but the addition of a 3rd colour allows for a nice touch of variation.
Love Love Love Love LOVE . This is such a simple block that because of the placement looks complicated but you made it look effortless . Your directions are clear and concise and easy to follow . I am definitely subscribing and look forward to seeing more videos . Thanks a Million for sharing . Oh yeah " did I say that I LOVE this quilt ? ☺😊😆😊☺
+Catherine Green Thank you so much for your awesome comment Catherine. :)
+Quilting Blocks & Patterns Your very welcome dear. Quilters are special people . And as a fellow quilter I feel that we should always build each other up. Non quilters have no idea of the work involved in putting quilts together . It's a long process . From purchasing the fabrics , selecting the right colors , either finding a pattern or designing our own . Cutting , Sewing then quilting . I'm exhausted just thinking about it . Lol But it's a labor of love and a passion . I can go into a quilt store and spend hours . Besides how beautiful fabric is " I love the feel and the smell of fabric . 😊😃😄.
I can imagine how this quilt would look if it were made into a bed size quilt . I'm kinda stuck right now . I am just getting back to quilting after a divorce , I was the one to leave the house and all my belongings , which included several machines , my Bernina , a Futura embroidery machine were my favorites of 6 machines and a serger. I could cry all over again after 5 years when I think of 15 years or so of collecting fabrics and accessories . The ex just got rid of everything ! Anywayz the saying don't cry over spilled milk. Or in my case A studio and attic filled with years of treasures ! Sorry didn't mean to write a novel ! Lol
I have been looking at patterns , and videos for 3 days now and haven't cut 1 strip of fabric ... 😂😁😂 I guess there's nothing to it but to do it....
+Catherine Green Thank you for sharing your story Catherine. I can only imagine how hard it would be to lose all your machines and treasures. But as you say it's time to move on and make that first cut of fabric. I love your expression of a quilters life, and you are so right there is nothing quite like going into a fabric store and just revelling in the sights and feel of the fabric. I am always amazed at how long it takes to decide on what fabric to use but that is the quintessential quilting experience. :)
Catherine Green neuico black
I have gone to your wed site to find out how much fabric to get for each 30" block and I am having trouble finding it, I am new to working out how much to buy for each quilt block. please can you help me?? I am going to make one each of all your blocks on YT and make me a quilt. love how you make it look easy But I must make the 30" block first the 10" blocks are easy I can do that THANKS to you
+Maureen Sommerfeld These are just estimates. You will need 5/8 yard black, 5/8 yard green, 1/4 yard contrast. We have actually constructed the block in a different way to how it is usually done, by creating the long strips that are cut across the width of the fabric. We tend to allow a little more fabric than our software estimates. The leftovers can always be used for strip quilt blocks. If it were me, I would buy 1 yard of the first two colours, and 1/4 yard of the third colour, just to be on the safe side, but that's just me
May I say THANK-YOU so much for getting back with me LOVE your ideas Maureen.
This is really gorgeous, I might have to make it next. Thank you for the video.
Here is the source for this block [and has the state colors].
oldeamericaantiques.com/catalog/new-mexico-p-7135.html?cPath=430_459