Jelly Snowflake Christmas in July Mystery Quilt Sew Along | Block 1 Reveal | Fat Quarter Shop

[@mdnisg61]

I made this quilt when it came out as a mystery quilt from the Jolly jabber four years ago. It is part of my Christmas holiday decorations, and hangs in my front hall every holiday. I love it.

[@grandmastraw]

Oh boy! Here we go. These videos are going to be great as a reference. I always struggle with cutting my fabric efficiently so I love that you showed a clear plan when cutting the fabric for this block. Thanks FQS!

[@melniee2551]

My kingdom for that presser foot! lol And with the fabric being starched, it sews up so nicely.

[@judithmurphy419]

Who knew it would be so fun to watch someone sew a block beginning to end...no cutaways...💗

[@karenwalker5553]

I didn't have Christmas Jelly Roll that would work and was about to order something. I have a huge stash of yardage and decided to use what I had on hand. (I will use my cc for supplies on a different quilt-along) I am So excited to see what Stonehenge Blues with White background will look on this Mystery pattern. Thanks for giving us this great Christmas Gift

[@grams5580461]

Love this block. Kimberly your company is the best. I love doing business with you. Thank you for all the free videos and directions.

[@trishbishop3923]

I like your tip to cut the background fabric into smaller chunks to starch! And your visual about shrinkage using the strips. Thank you!

[@danielploszkiewicz1058]

This looks fun! I’m gonna jump in as soon as I find a Christmas jelly roll that I like! I love that you showed the entire process from start to finish, including the sewing! Makes it much easier to follow along! ❤️

[@raphelleguy6529]

Great camera work while Kimberly is sewing. Spot on!! 👍

[@cyndialvarado6645]

Your videos are extremely well done and easy to follow. Love the timer at the top! Thank you for all you do.

[@eileenemberger3969]

Fabulous video. Great reminder of how to precision cut and see.

[@annabellewessels3234]

Thank you so much for the beautiful free patterns

[@judyward03]

Thank you for explaining that a reason to square up each block as you sew is to not have those threads show through in the finished quilt. That makes sense to me and makes me want to do the same!

[@alicewilliams2701]

I'm so very excited to join the Jelly Snow Flake Mystery Quilt group! My fabric should arrive today, and I am just so excited!!!

[@phyllis26red]

Thanks for sharing, love them!

[@bonitanance6380]

Great tip about cutting the jelly roll strips to 2.5 inches. I always assumed they measured 2.5 all the time! 👍🏽❤

[@grandmalovesmebest]

There would hardly be any sense in paying the cost of precuts if you can't trust the company to accurately cut the fabric! Buy elsewhere.

[@ninagillenwater4502]

Oh, so pretty!!! And so Exciting!!! Thank You So Much!!!

[@charlenemontgomery2840]

Love that you are using the cute little rolling pin that came in our monthly FQ box!

[@judithmurphy419]

Excellent Kimberly 😊

[@kristinadewitt2539]

This little needle book is sew cute!❤️🧵✂️

[@alaskaway9076]

Okayyyy, I am going to go completely out of the lines on this one. I am using Christmas leftovers from years past and using a black background 😬. Fingers crossed. My daughter is sewing along w us and using up more of the Christmas leftovers , she’s using a muslin background. Soooo interesting this will be.

[@cherylwilliams42]

Great idea. I have Christmas jelly roll strips left over. I may do the same.

[@JOHN3n16]

What is the finished size of the quilt?

[@debrabrooks1790]

Like I need another project! Running out to get my fabric today. This can't come at a better time, something to look forward to!

[@brandicovey2835]

I have so many projects started. Over a dozen quilts ready to be quilted, 25 in progress, and 10 or more ready to start! That is the sign of a twisted mind!

[@Oceanskye11]

Brandi Covey LoL! Not twisted, just very creative! 🧵 ✂️ 🧵

[@roxysherburne9027]

Thank you, Kimberly for the tips and tricks! I ended up cutting my jelly roll strips so they were 2-1/2 inches wide like you did! I'm hoping to get these 4 blocks done by Thursday. We have two new puppies in our home so they have kept us hopping. Roxy from Hudson, WI

[@skylarb.3363]

Your level of precision is AMAZING! Such a cute block.

[@jennyjist]

Wonderful tutorial as always Kimberly 🤗❤️

[@ruthmaxwell60]

Oh how exciting, a Christmas sew along! Thank you. 🐢

[@stitchedbysasha]

Hi Kimberly! I just wanted to say thank you for this video! It’s amazing!! 💗💗💗 I was able to sew up perfectly sized blocks. I’m using leftover Christmas fabric from years ago. I can’t wait for next Thursday. Thank you again.

[@gailstaehle4809]

Cute block Kimberly and am excited to start this block....thanks

[@donnacamp5663]

waiting on my Jelly roll to come in can t wait

[@donnalee9469]

Yeah! My first FQS sew along!, I am sew excited. Thank you Kimberly and FQS 👏❤️🎄🥰

[@kimezman8697]

Kimberly, great video. I'm going to join in on the fun🤶🎅🌲

[@heathermartin8656]

Happy Christmas in July! Thanks Kimberly and FQS team for this exciting and FREE sew along. You spoil your customers so much and I love it! Happy 4th of July too 💥 💥💥

[@654Bearcub]

Beautiful quilt, I was wondering if you made the smaller design boards you used in this video? or maybe have a tutorial for making one, I had to pack majority of my crafting supplies & sewing notions after hurricane Ian and I want to make a few things to have in a camper, Thanks Ginny

[@donnarichey144]

Thank you. You make it look so easy and perfect.

[@rickrackruby3500]

I love this! The Deer Christmas Collection is super cute!

[@pamketron]

I love how you cut out your fabric. I also love to watch you sew. You do such a great job that it makes it look so easy. I’ve never quilted a quilt but have quilted a zippered bag. The fabric you chose is adorable. I think I will try and make a quilt this winter when all my outside gardens are finished for the year. Thank you for sharing how you do your fabric & how you cut and sew it. 🇺🇸Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 PS - I need to order that roller presser. It looks amazing.

[@Kitchensurprise]

Great block and instructions!

[@wendyhansen3223]

Can’t wait to get home tonight and make this block x 4.

[@carolscrafty]

Thank you for this tutorial!

[@christycleary216]

I can't wait to get started. Great tutorial. Thanks Kimberly.

[@reneeriley2145]

O’Boy like I need another project! I missed out on last years sew here I go. Great video and am excited to cut and sew! Be Well Everyone

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Pretty and festive.

[@michelemartin8629]

Thankyou for the pattern. Just got to get the jelly roll and the rest of the fabric. Xxx

[@MarciaBaker1205]

It's sew cute! Thanks FQS y'all are the best!

[@lynnslosson5937]

I have a question. I layered my four strips and cut the A’s and B’s. For the C squares, the pattern says to cut three, which would give me twelve squares. Don’t I need 16 squares? If I am making four- patch blocks, I would need four colored squares and four white squares. Four colored squares times four strips should be 16 squares, not 12. Am I not thinking correctly?

[@annetteellis4188]

A Christmas in July sew along, yippee! I cannot wait to see how this turns out. Thanks FQS.

[@patriciabenson7466]

Love it but I do not have a Christmas jelly roll but I am going to use the Jelly Roll I have on hand! I have think it is Little Snippets - now I need 2.5 yards background.

[@DianaRose344]

still working on beepatriotic, but love the chance to switch up and start on this too...

[@gailwhitaker4670]

Awesome job, Kimberly as usual! Love the block and your tutorial is always spot on! I did the one last year too and it was so much fun. Can't wait to start this one hopefully today!

[@cheryeoconnor8436]

This will be a great weekend project! I'm so excited! Thank you FQS, for always having such great projects!

[@louiseahughes]

Thank you! Love this from 🇬🇧

[@rmcrms5]

I can't wait to get started this evening!

[@yanirelopez2757]

Me encantó. I loved your all work, is very beautiful☺

[@jeanareichley6196]

Trying to patiently wait for the Chill fabric to come in before making this.....it isn't working well, but we all know how that goes :) Wonderful tutorial and I can't wait to start making it (hurry Moda!)

[@momgrandma5496]

Love the fabric!

[@stitchpenniesofficial]

This looks fun!!

[@amysalamone2682]

Adorable! Can't wait to start!

[@robertapoirier3045]

Thank you Kimberly. I look forward to next Thursday❤️❤️❤️

[@natalee1036]

I'm late gotta go startch ... thank u for these awesome sew alongs

[@homemumm]

So excited! Thanks for the little tips and reminders along the way. 💖

[@pialibiswas4791]

❤️❤️❤️ can’t wait to make my own blocks tonight after work!! Thank you so much Kimberly !!

[@shellyedwardscrafter]

So excited to get started !

[@debrablue6115]

My order is suppose to be here on Friday and I can't wait to get started.

[@angelaleehealwithcompassio6525]

How fun ❄🎄 ☃

[@denisecorley7568]

Hi Quick question...rather than a jelly roll of different fabrics, I'd like to do a metallic white fabric with a light blue background. Since this is a mystery quilt, I don't know if that will work. Do you think it will? Thanks so much

[@carolmorgano7158]

So excited to get started🥰

[@kaytucker5128]

Very cute

[@marybaldassin2416]

Can you make strips from fat quarters- will the pieces be long enough?

[@tearose3763]

Thank you!

[@Danielle33384]

So cute! Can’t wait for the rest!

[@jerrihalf5564]

Any thoughts on making this out of flannel? Too thick?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Jerri! You can try it out with flannel, the seams will be bulky but if you don't mind that, go for it.

[@karenmcd333]

So excited! Will it have a Christmas theme or can I use any jelly roll I already have?

[@cwest3149]

Kimberly, please tell me the name of the presser foot you are using. It looks like it prevents the fabric from passing under the right hand side, to get a perfect 1/4” seam. Also, is it only available fir the Juki? Love your awesome videos!

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello C! Kimberly is using a Compensating 1/4" foot for Juki TL Series: amzn.to/1jywCOE

[@gwennadoty7374]

still waiting on my fabric to arrive from the FQS. Its been shipped can't wait to get started!!

[@MarcyM100]

What sewing machine is Kimberly using? OMG! I NEED that foot! No wonder can she sew so fast!! Please and thank you re: the machine. My Fabric is ironed and ready to be cut and sewn.

[@VickysCottageCrafts]

I have used the same fabric for all 4. Will that work? 🤔🤞 love this....thank you 😻

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Vicky! Are you asking if it is okay that you used the same fabric for your four blocks?

[@VickysCottageCrafts]

Fat Quarter Shop yep....Yes...I see you used different reds....I used the same reds. They look amazing. This is so exciting! Thank you for all your hard work and wonderful vids and patterns 😻😻😻

[@pamleng]

Thank you this is fantastic. Please can you tell me which quarter inch foot you use?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Pam! Here is the foot that Kimberly used: Compensating 1/4" foot for Juki TL Series" www.sewvacdirect.com/juki-edge-guide-compensating-foot-for-tl-series-machines/ Here is a link to the foot Kimberly typically uses Universal ¼” foot with guide on the Juki TL2010: amzn.to/1jywCOE

[@kaylabrooks2969]

What do you guys think about making these blocks scrappy? Would it work? I am using the Flutter and Shine by Riley Blake Jelly Roll.

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Kayla! That sounds like a great idea. As Kimberly would say, "You do you"

[@SmittenKitten.]

I have all my fabric!! I've been waiting for it to begin. It's finally here! Yay!

[@mjp5129]

Ok, I’m using the same machine, same foot and I’m coming up short on the blocks?? I’m starting this just now, a little behind, obviously...lol. I’ve checked my cutting and it’s ok. So, what am I doing wrong to come up short? I watched ur Video, several times, to see where you’re sewing at, and I’m thinking ur using the edge of the pressure foot? Plz help.

[@lamuel4004]

Great explanations. Doing Wayside & others leftovers. Dark Grey ,champagne, silver ,gold ,copper , white. Dark center to lights Which blocks would work for that ? Or is it equally b

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

All we can really recommend is just make sure your background contrasts with any strips you're using. The strips, when completed, will form a cohesive design against the background.

[@barbaradesousa9122]

How fun!!

[@terri-annemcsweeney3451]

Kimberley I ❤️❤️ this block and your blouse is gorgeous ❤️❤️

[@gwynwellliver4489]

Time to raid my stash!

[@doyoder2776]

Me too. Not using Christmas fabrics either

[@angelastoutenger7944]

Looks like a fun block to sew! But I still need to choose fabric...oh no!

[@geraldinebond3399]

Hello, I just wanted to ask if the Faultless Heavy Hold will work for the starching the fabric as that is all I can find. ?? Do I spray the fabric as much as you do. ??

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Geraldine! Lilly uses that one. If you spray more lightly and only on one side you can get the same results as Kimberly does with spraying the Original heavily.

[@geraldinebond3399]

@@FatQuarterShopTX Thank you so much one happy lady here :)

[@Linda-di2es]

Hi Kimberly, would I be able to use a white jelly roll as the background fabric for the whole quilt?

[@natalee1036]

She showed that on last weeks? live stream

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Linda! You would be able to use a white jelly roll as the background fabric for the whole quilt.

[@Linda-di2es]

Thank you Kimberly!

[@welshwitch2126]

I don’t think you can use a jelly roll for the whole background. Block 2 has a center square that’s larger than 2&1/2”?

[@dianebemis1924]

So I have one jelly roll but it has only five colors. Will that look okay for this quilt?

[@michelelewis8808]

Thank you ☺️

[@sandythornton5156]

Lovely block, going to start on the weekend. I like your design board, great idea. Did you do a tutorial on making them? Thank you 😊

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Sandy! Here is the tutorial on how to make a design board: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5-2i6elntShpqM

[@sandythornton5156]

Fat Quarter Shop ...Thank you so much 😊

[@alaskaway9076]

I didn’t have wood so I used a strong cardboard. Just have to be careful not to bend. Lol

[@katesgate]

@@alaskaway9076 I used thick posterboard. Works well too!

[@stephensonbenita]

If you didn't want to use a jelly roll..how fabric would you need of each color

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Benita! We have only tried making this quilt with a jelly roll.

[@stephensonbenita]

@@FatQuarterShopTX also.. what are the length of the strips your using..18-20 inches? Ty

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

2 1/2" x 42"

[@karenmcd333]

Would it be hard to figure out how to make it larger than 50x50?

[@karleenpage5979]

I have a small jelly roll, (not Moda), and it has 4 of each color, so there are 5 patterns. There are 2 darker prints, 1 light print, and 2 medium. So I'm not sure whether to go dark to light or vice versa, or go dark, medium, light, medium dark. Suggestions?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Karleen! As long as the strips contrast with the background, it'll be fine.

[@debbyde3]

Since most of the jelly roll strips seem to be cut up, do you think I could use some layer cake leftovers? or?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Debby! For this quilt we are recommending fat eighths or fat quarters as an alternative. There will be some pieces that are longer than a layer cake so we do not recommend it.

[@debral5176]

What is that foot on you machine? I love it!

[@debrabrooks1790]

I want one!

[@Kpmomof4]

Same question 😂

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Kimberly is using the Juki ¼” Edge Guide Compensating Foot For TL Series Machines - www.sewvacdirect.com/juki-edge-guide-compensating-foot-for-tl-series-machines/ and she uses the Juki TL-2010Q sewing machine: amzn.to/2onygue

[@deniseguidry3763]

Fat Quarter Shop is that a scant 1/4” or accurate 1/4”?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hi Denise, that is an accurate 1/4" foot.

[@bindymcphee1986]

Would that presser foot fit a brother dram machine? If so is it in the shop?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Bindy! Kimberly used a Compensating 1/4" foot for Juki TL Series" www.sewvacdirect.com/juki-edge-guide-compensating-foot-for-tl-series-machines/. It is only for Juki machines.

[@bindymcphee1986]

Fat Quarter Shop oh dang! Thanks for your reply!

[@quiltybee]

This is great!! You give such amazing tips Kimberly! What is the pins you recommended please?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Nancie! Kimberly recommended the Clover 100 Count Patchwork Glasshead Pins Size 23 - www.fatquartershop.com/clover-patchwork-pins-clover-232

[@loraa7401]

Thanks for the Quilt Along. I've cut out blocks one and two and will start piecing today. Please consider eliminating the word "each" from the cutting directions of the background strips. It works for the jellyroll strips but not the background. Using the word "each" for the 5 background strips is confusing because it really translates as 8 - 2.5 X 8.5 pieces from "each" strip, and so on. Not possible. I know it isn't possible to make the listed cuts from "each" of the 5 strips, but it might help us out if this was changed. Thanks, Laura Reed

[@ocmom52]

Could you please tell me what kind of presser foot you use? I’m really new at this and it seems my fabric gets stuck or pulled down and jammed up. Sorry if it’s a dumb question...

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Not a dumb question at all! Kimberly used a Compensating 1/4" foot: amzn.to/31ybsKf

[@fayegareau4194]

Can you use fat quarters instead of a jelly roll?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Faye! Yes, you can use fat quarters instead of a jelly roll.

[@deborahwhite2508]

Yay! It’s time to start!!!

[@reissfamily1280]

Where can I get that presser foot?? I need something with that physical barrier

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Mae! Here is the link to the foot that Kimberly used: www.kenssewingcenter.com/juki-compensating-foot-for-tl-series.html#