Please come Tumble toward Christmas with me.
My latest obsession, Tumbler Blocks
Welcome to Christmas in July. Many thanks to Sarah over at Confessions of a Fabric Addict who is the wonderful coordinator of this event, and if you visit her there you will find a fun Quilt Along to Go with the theme.
When this hop was first announced I thought it would be a great time to finish up this scrappy Christmas quilt that I started this past December before it had a chance to become a UFO.
I pulled it out and found that it only needed to be quilted. Very odd, I even had it sandwiched which for me is the worst part of the quilting process. So quilt and bind it I did.
I found out 2 things, 1st I found the reason for the status of the quilt, here is a close up of the reason. Can you see the tiny stitches in this shot
I apparently was going to hand quilt it. This is all I did before it got packed away. I only found the hand quilted block when I was machine quilting around it.
The 2nd thing is that I really, really do love tumbler blocks. I had made a couple of tumbler quilts and a couple of sets of placemats in the not to distant past, and I had started this quilt which just reignited this mini fire. So...............here is what else I whipped up for Christmas with tumbler blocks in the last month and a half (so far, pretty sure I'm not really done yet and I have 5 months to go)
A set of placemats
The quilt and the placemats were made using the Missouri Star 5 inch Tumbler Template which was designed to fit perfectly on a charm as well as a 5 inch strip of fabric. Oh by the way that giveaway mentioned in the Header, I am sending the winner The Missouri Star 5 inch Template
Yes, it is backward in the photo. It comes with a protective paper backing on its front.
I want to share the obsession. Honestly this is a great block to work with. They also make a 2 1/2 inch version that also works well with precuts.
A mug rug
The mug rug was made using the Accuquilt Go 3 inch die.
And so far my favorite, a Christmas Wreath
Not sure if it will be a table topper
Or a wall hanging
Yes they are tumblers, hind sight says I shouldn't have rounded out the points so much but in the third picture I have pins pointing to the seams so you can pick out the individual tumbler blocks.
I don't own the Accuquilt machine and dies, they were borrowed from my guild chapter and a couple of generous chapter members
If you are interested in more of my tumbler obsession check out my previous post. The second half of it is pretty much all tumblers.
Well I hope you have had fun on this stop of the Christmas in July Hop. The other presenters in the hop are listed below for your ease in visiting. I am positive you will find great ideas for the upcoming holidays in their posts.
Oh, I will be participating in another Christmas in July Hop in a couple of weeks, please stop by and see what else I've been up to (mostly non tumbler related) see the button upper right,
Thanks so much for stopping by and please, have a Very Merry Christmas.
Oh yeah, to have a chance at the Template just leave me a comment. No problem if you are international, I'll pick a name on the 27th.
I’ve had a tumbler quilt on my list of things I would like to do!
ReplyDeleteI am just finishing a tumbler quilt right now. Love them.
ReplyDeletethanks for your inspiration! Love your tumbler designs.
ReplyDeleteThe tumblers look great, very creative on the wreath too. Might have to give one of these a try! Thanks for showing us.
ReplyDeleteI love the wreath! I didn't see the tumbler blocks until you put the pins in--thanks!
ReplyDeletei like the place mats. they look like a wonderfully quick gift to make for someone!
ReplyDeleteYour quilt and placemats and wreath are all great Christmas quilt projects. You’re ready for the season!
ReplyDeleteCute ways to use that tumbler shape, thanks for sharing with the hop.
ReplyDeleteA Christmas tumbler quilt is a great way to use up some of those Christmas fabric scraps we all have laying around. Thanks for the ideas
ReplyDeleteIadore the wreath - I have never seen that idea before. You certainly are on a roll with tumbler projects. I have a GO and just a few die. I have a fairly good sized die for it. I was working with a group with was making quilts for a transition house for ladies. There was an elderly lady in the community that wanted to use her stash to make quilts and had no idea what pattern she wanted to use. She basically wanted me to do the cutting for her. I live over an hour drive each way from her, so I brought her fabric home and it was all sorts of fabric - Walmart, local Hancock, old percale, differing amounts of cotton content. I just decided to use my GO and the tumbler die. I had trouble keeping fabric cut to keep her sewing each week. Later, she commented that she had trouble keeping up with what I had cut. I was trying to make sure that she had plenty. I was so busy trying to keep her in cut fabric that I never got a chance to sew any tumblers together. I ended up loaning another machine to another lady and my GO and she taught her 3 newly adopted daughter to piece quilts, too. Thanks for a great preview.
ReplyDeleteGreat projects! I have made a tumbler quilt cut by my grandson on the Go!
ReplyDeleteI love your Christmas tumbler projects! I have never made a tumbler quilt, maybe because I don't have a template for cutting them. I would love to win the one you are giving away--thanks for the great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSO MANY GREAT IDEAS, NOW JUST NEED THE TIME. THANK-YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION.
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I haven't made tumblers, but this post inspires me to give them a try! Such lovely projects.
ReplyDeleteI love your tumbler obsession.
ReplyDeleteWhen I first looked at the Christmas wreath, I didn't realize it was made with tumblers until I saw the photo with the pins. I do not wish to take part in the drawing. I already own the Missouri Star tumbler template. I have lots of tumblers cut, but never put them together. Hopefully, your lovely photos will inspire me.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing these great ideas! I love the tumbler wreath!! And plan to make one!
ReplyDeleteHmm...tumblers are something I haven't attempted yet. I love the look especially scrappy...so is this the incentive I need? Thanks for sharing your Christmas ideas.
ReplyDeleteWow this is something new to me = would love to make a tumbler lap quilt or maybe a wreath!
ReplyDeleteI have long admired the tumbler block and the projects to make with them, but haven't had the chance to make one myself! I love your quilt and wreath and even the mug rug! How sweet and festive! duchick at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteLove your tumbler projects! I hadn’t realized there might be so many possibilities using the shape. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI too like tumbler projects. I had to look at the wreath closely to see they were tumblers. What a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI’ve never made a tumbler quilt, but it’s on my bucket list. Thanks for all of the ideas!
ReplyDeleteWhat great projects and thanks for the ideas for Christmas gifts. The wreath is at the top of my list to make.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea of using the tumbler for a wreath! Love the way you circle quilted it, too.
ReplyDeleteI've seen so many great ideas with tumblers, would be great to win the template and make a few!! Love the wreath idea!!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas with the tumbler block. I really like your wreath!
ReplyDeleteI have been toying with PEP tumblers. Using the 5"template and machine stitching would be so much quicker! A78mandel at yahoo dot com
ReplyDeleteI love your tumbler quilt and mug rugs and I like the fact that the template will fit a charm! Please include me in your giveaway and thank you for being so generous and Merry Christmas in July!!
ReplyDeletethis year of the 12 days is off to a flying start, and the place mats are winners, what a novel way to use a tumbler insert there.The mug rugs are a super size. I am off to do a trial sew-up for my turn on the last day .
ReplyDeleteI have never done a tumbler before, but it's great to see there are so many things you can do with the shape. Great items all.
ReplyDeleteI never would have thought you could do so much with one template. It does look fun. I was really taken by those placemats. So elegant.
ReplyDeleteI love your tumbler Christmas quilt. I have made one of these tumbler quilts and this ruler would have been so helpful when cutting the fabric. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of a tumbler quilt in Christmas prints -- a good way to incorporate all the different fabrics out there.
ReplyDeleteI was inspired by your Tumbler projects!
ReplyDeleteI have never made a tumbler quilt. I would like to make the tumbler mug rug! Nancy
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration and enthusiasm! I'd love to win the tumbler templates!
ReplyDeleteAll pretty decorations. A tumbler quilt is also on my want-to-make list.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder that now is the time to kick my quilting into high gear for Christmas!! Love your tumbler creations - those place mats are fabulous! Thanks for the opportunity to win the tumbler template!!
ReplyDeleteLove the tumbling block template - I have a few, so don't enter me in the givaway! Thanks for the ideas to use them, they are all lovely! xx
ReplyDeleteYou can't go wrong with tumbler blocks. They are so versatile. It's never too early to start thinking about Christmas.
ReplyDeleteLooks like your tumbler post is a hit! Honestly, it doesn't surprise me - your projects are lovely, and give me so many ideas! Thanks for getting us off to a great start!
ReplyDeleteWow, I really love the tumbler wreath! I've never seen the block used like that before, and it works really well to make that shape. Thanks for sharing all your excitement about tumblers. It's kinda contagious and now I want to try some :)
ReplyDeleteMy birthday is on the 27th.....December 27!! I love Christmas in July sewing. I just made my Ugly Christmas sweater block that will be made into a bag and donated for our UCS contest at work!! This will be the third year I’ve done this!
ReplyDeleteSo many sweet ways to use those tumbler pieces. I especially like the wreath. Very original.
ReplyDeleteVery cool love the Christmas idea... happyness04431@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteI love your tumbler quilt. That's a great way to use Christmas fabric and/or scraps.
ReplyDeleteThe wreaths are so inventive - love them!
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea! thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI have not done a tumbler quilt yet. I would love to win this.
ReplyDeleteI love all of your tumbler block ideas
ReplyDeleteLots of wonderful projects using the tumblers.
ReplyDeleteGreat find and finish. Thanks for the inspirational ideas.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun projects! I love tumbler quilts and using Christmas fabrics is perfect. :-)
ReplyDeletewow such gorgeous projects,thankyou for sharing them with us,well done xx
ReplyDeleteI also have never made a tumbler quilt-probably worried about all the seams. I just read this week that when you have trouble with row seams, sew L to R & R to L on the next row. Thanks for the offer
ReplyDeleteI have never made a tumbler quilt, but yours look gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI love tumbler quilts too, and yours are perfect! Great design on the wreath!!
ReplyDeleteFun tumbler ideas. I really like the idea of the tumbler wreath.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of the "Wreath" with the tumblers. The Christmas hop helps to get those creative juices flowing!
ReplyDeleteI adore little tumbler quilts, though I haven't tried making one uet. Hoping this winter there will be time to experiment with some.
ReplyDeleteAnother great Christmas in July blog hop! I love them and I love tumbler quilts as well. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI've never made a tumbler block. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteNice tumbler wreath ! Looks like a good idea !! To refresh us in July !!
ReplyDeleteCute Christmas quilt. Tumblers are wonderful for featuring fabric prints. Thanks for all the other ideas to use them.
ReplyDeleteI helped my Grandson make a Tumbler Flag Quilt from a Missouri Star pattern--it turned out great!!
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cute tumbler quilt, thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteI've never made a tumbler quilt but now I'm inspired to try it. Thanks.
ReplyDeletehijoffe@gmail.com
It's always good to get a UFO out of the way. I have never made a tumbler quilt but I love how you made the tumlber shape into a wreath
ReplyDeleteI have never made a tumbler quilt but would love to make one.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried tumblers but after seeing the stuff you made, I just might have to try them. Very cute.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your little tumbling block quilt and the placemats are cute too! I just finished up a Quilt of Valor made of tumbling blocks!
ReplyDeleteLove your little quilt and placemats. I’ve always wanted to make a tumbler quilt ever since Bonnie Hunter used it for a “leader and Enders” project. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is Fabulous!! I like them all... But wow on the wreath. I've never done a tumbler. Maybe it's time to give it a try. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteGreat project ideas for Christmas gifts!, I love the wreath and it’s on my to do list! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the tumbler inspiration! I have all 3 sizes from MSQC guess I should find them and get busy :)
ReplyDeleteI love tumbler quilts, too. Although, I've never seen a wreath made of them. (adding this to my list to try!) All of your tumbler projects are very nice. I especially like the placemats.
ReplyDeleteThe tumbler is one shape I haven't tried yet. I'd love to make a scrappy version. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThe tumbler is one shape I haven't used so far. I've thought about it though! Too many other things so far.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the ideas and the giveaway.
Such a cute idea to use the tumbler template to make a Christmas wreath! Thanks for sharing.
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First time I've heard that style called a tumbler, nice to know there is template. I'm tempted to do a quilt in that style.
ReplyDeleteI love tumblers also, but have never made anything using the shape. Crazy, right!?
ReplyDeleteThank you for the fun post.
Very fun tumbler projects - well done!
ReplyDeleteyour projects are wonderful. i do not have one of these templates yet. i would love to try these. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletequilting dash lady at comcast dot net
What great Hexi Projects for gifts to friends and family. Thank you for the chance at a give-away, Mary
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Thanks for sharing. I have always wanted to make a tumbler quilt. Maybe now is the time. Janice.snell@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a lot of tumbler fun you had! Thanks for sharing some great ideas for how to use this pattern.
ReplyDeleteI like your Christmas tumbler project. It makes me want to pull out my Christmas projects.
ReplyDeleteI have the Accuquilt tumbler die, but have only used it once. I love all your ideas and cute projects using it...love the wreath! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win!
ReplyDeleteThe tumbler flag quilt is on my bucket list for if/when I ever get a tumbler template. Thanks for the blog!
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Great idea for the wreath!! Love your blog!! maandermarg@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the finish. It looks great. I've never used the tumbler shape. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love the tumbler mug rugs! So cute!
ReplyDeletenikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com
Mug rugs are so cute
ReplyDeleteThanks
Those tumbler quilts are fun! Hadn't thought to make mug rugs with them. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteWould like to try a tumbler quilt
ReplyDeleteYour projects are great. Thanks for the inspiration and ideas. I've never made a tumbler block! I might have to do so as I need a set of placemats for a wedding gift. Thanks for a chance to win a tumbler template.
ReplyDeletekthurn(at)bektel(dot)com
Love your tumbling enthusiasm!
ReplyDeleteTumblers! Gotta love them! I really like your wreath. Wouldn't know it was tumblers!!
ReplyDeleteJust found this blog hop. I am grateful for the wonderful projects I've seen, especially the quick to do for gifts. Your wreath is lovely.
ReplyDeleteI have never made a tumbler quilt, but would love to try one. I made a quilt out of the rhombus template from MSQC and enjoyed the process. The templates make it so easy.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of the MSQC templates, but haven't tried the tumbler. You've convinced me to add it to my list--the next time they have a "free shipping day" it goes right into my cart!
ReplyDeleteYour tumbler projects are so cute. I especially like how you used the Christmas prints in the little quilt!
ReplyDeleteThank you for inspiring me to move a tumbler quilt to the top of my to do list. I have a bucket of Christmas fabric languishing.
ReplyDeleteI think tumblers make for the perfect Holiday project. Lovely projects you have shared with all of us.
ReplyDeleteLove the tumbler Christmas wreath-I would never have thought of that! Is it appliqued to the background?
ReplyDeleteI have never made a tumbler but would love to do one. Thanks. Kellie
ReplyDeleteWonderful ideas for tumbler blocks! I love the wreath idea, perfect for a little wall hanging during the season. Thank you for sharing and participating in the blog hop!
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