Month 2: All Stars Block Of The Month with Jenny Doan of Missouri Star Quilt Co (Video Tutorial)

[@Dasburyfamily]

Jenny, you are hilarious!!! I loved your fun comments and enthusiasm in this tutorial. I love the cuteness of the Rotating Mat😂. I can’t wait to come to your store and meet you and your family in person one day.

[@beamiller6188]

I’m laying in bed at 5:15 a.m. watching you make quilt after quilt after quilt. You have a wonderfully calming voice, and lovely, fun , sense if humor. These attributes have gotten me through a very painful night, and I want to thank you for all your efforts-- you bring joy to me in these crazy days of covid, political disruption, and my physical pain! I’m grateful!!! Thank you 😊.

[@auntieann3000]

The beginning of this video reminded me of my daughter's first day at school. Her pre-k teacher greeted us with that same sweet energy. Good memories.

[@avrilvalentine8839]

Love Love Love the Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer ! Made all the difference for trimming. I used the Bloc Loc For years but it has been retired now. Love your videos. They became a life saver these past 2 years in this Covid Pandemic.

[@zachflood8762]

thank GOODNESS FOR YOU JENNY. you ARE LEFT HANDED LIKE ME. I always have to figure out how to do the cutting and sewing on the left side. tutorials are explained so well, the project goes together so much better. and I understand how to do each part better by watching your way of quilting. Also you choose beautiful color combinations for the quilts.

[@debbievermilyea4037]

Dear Jenny, I just love you to the moon and back! You're awesome! God Bless You! xo

[@buzzyanderson4131]

Debbie Vermilyea agreed!

[@NiecyRose]

Jenny, please keep these tutorials coming. My quilting is keeping me sane during these uncertain times and your MSCQ channel is the best! Love from the UK xx

[@rhondawaldron]

Same here.

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Me too!

[@debrinadianesanchez9317]

Hmm 00mn

[@bevann716]

I just love you. Your teaching is the best. You explain everything in a manner that everyone can understand. You give us permission to make mistakes. You make us smile and lift our spirits. God bless. 😆

[@nancisailormoy9135]

I've been known to swerve a little"...just love this, the quilt police must love watching you. Thanks for another great tutorial and this was the perfect fabric for this quilt. Yes we all need Misty at our side.

[@angelkelly2830]

Love this quilt had so much fun making it.

[@elizabethveness7340]

Hi Jenny. Thanks for the inspiration all the way from Australia. I am not a member of the Block of the month but always happy to view and see your smiling face . Cheers👍

[@sorayavalle8327]

Jenny, thank you for providing much needed normalcy in our lives.

[@AudreyAL6]

Dearest Jenny I am so happy I signed up for this block of the month I am new to this block of the month stuff lol I have quilted for years so not new to that It is like a breath of fresh every month to receive this especially since we are home until..... God Bless you and your company

[@kimmenuckles3926]

Hope I get the money to sign up for these blocks soon. Love this quilt top and your teaching style (from a recently retired professor). Also, how great to see a family work so well together, especially a mother- and daughter-in-law.

[@skiptonius5346]

You could sew along using your own fabrics. That's what I'm going to do. 🙂

[@kimmenuckles3926]

@@skiptonius5346 I bought the BOM and am working on finishing it since I began late. Yay!

[@grod0051]

Jenny, thank you for showing us how to make the masks!!!!!! I've been making the left and right. I posted on Facebook and marketplace and its hard to keep up with how many needed. Thank you so much. This is an easy way to give back to my community! Plus, I get to practice my 1/4" seam allowances. I'm a new sewer and could really use the practice!!!!!!!

[@esmeim1]

Why does your jingle bring me comfort?🤩

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Thank you Jenny for teaching us quilting (and more!) 😘

[@marilynlepage9079]

"Don't do this at home". You are the funnest person to hang out with! Please can you remember to say all the cut piece sizes as I am doing this from home stash- and from Canada. You are wonderful. Thank you!! 💗

[@besafeharleygirl]

Hi, Barbara from Kissimmee, FL. my job is on hold till this is over, So thanks Jenny for the wonderful videos, sorry i wasn't crazy happy when i got block 2, but it came at the same time with your laid off until?, But then the joy came back when i opened my box 2.... SO THANKS!!!!

[@yogitakudale7799]

💕Love you Jenny from india, I like your teaching style ☺️

[@budoneof15]

Jenny, you are so fun. I’m very new to quilting. I’m excited to be part of this Block of the Month. Your videos make me feel like I’m right there with you. It’s like we have been friends for years.

[@estherhodgdon6123]

Jenny I do love all you video Tutorial

[@nannayaya37]

Thank you Jenny!!! Sew much fun!!! I’m enjoying this BOM. Hopefully another one will follow!! 💕

[@laikagonzalez9879]

Nothing watching this at 4:00 am when I can’t sleep I love my blocks my pain is stopping me but watching me will have me all ready !

[@Belieber129]

I got enough fabric from Missouri Star to finish off 5 quilts and it came in the mail yesterday!! I'm so excited😁 gonna try machine embroidery quilting. I've only ever finished one quilt before, but I have two tops finished that needed backing and quilting. Gonna run some tests here and see if I can figure out design positioning😁 hope you all are having a lovely day

[@Khaled-Shaban-92]

Hello how are you, I love all-star quilts so much, I already bought it now I’m in month 2 , put I only got 1 box for month 2 please, I hope the other box will arrive soon , thank you, I love Missouri company because all my purchases arrived complete, beautiful and fast, thank you all 🙏🏼 ❤️😘

[@lindagillespie6556]

So in love ❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@DiVaIve]

I Love this. Thanks for bring us into your personal studio. So generous of you. I have not gotten the courage to start quilting yet but I actually bought all the supplies after watching your twist and shout tutorial. But I love watching you thanks again.

[@tamipalin8171]

I personally love, love this format!!! It really does feel like we're sitting in the studio with you!

[@karenpresley7101]

I'm determined to finish my quilt before I start another one, but I think this quilt would be perfect for my son. Thank you all very much. 💗😊💗

[@morganl2633]

Karen Presley some quilters work best this way, while others (like me) do better having a few quilts going at once. It keeps you from getting bored! May be worth a try.

[@amdupreez2188]

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[@galememeeof6688]

What a great BOM. I love that you get all the fabric and instruction booklet and for a reasonable price. It doesn't rush you or take too long in between shipments. And a tutorial to go with it by Jenny. Great idea for quilters who are quarantined or bored having to stay away from their friends.

[@ceciliaschleicher278]

The cost of these BOM are close to what my entire monthly budget is for craft supplies! I would so love to participate in one of these if nothing more in getting the fabric already chosen and mostly cut for me 🙄😔

[@estherhodgdon6123]

Love this I also am doing the double churn dash quilt and it's coming out pretty good !! Thank-you Jenny !! I just love watching you and your family you are all always so happy!! Thank-you again!!

[@marilynnjefferson8525]

Just getting around to this. Here’s what I found: if the twelve squares are sewn together by rows or columns it made pressing and seam matching much neater. And easier. I like easier. Thanks for the great BOM series.

[@maggiemckinney7219]

When you do it it comes out so perfect and looks beautiful!!!

[@keenkeyes6497]

Your antique irons are great to use as a weight for your rulers

[@susanmei9980]

keen Keyes, That is an excellent idea and I just happen to have one! So, thank you! ❤️

[@analaughlin1071]

I just love the interaction between Jenny and Misty.

[@helencocran6895]

You make learning so enjoyable.

[@maryannecross4220]

Stay safe All 😘

[@janblomeke44]

I love watching these!! Thank you.

[@maritzahurtado7722]

eres genial,un abrazo desde medellin colombia, me encantan tu videos,muy profesional,bendiciones

[@cornishbabe9]

I am learning every day many thanks Jenny Love from Falmouth UK..

[@sandyp2485]

Oh, now I want to make this. It looks like so much fun!

[@Thisisit120]

I have that exact same rotating mat love it.🤣

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Jenny, I love your videos and these beautiful blocks. I always feel like I’m sewing with a very good friend! When I watch them.

[@luzdmaldonado2764]

Thant yuo I love the way you teaching the blocks.make seewing essay.

[@maygualidagonzalez1278]

Está hermoso ......agradecida .

[@maryannenoli10]

Block of the Month is on my wish list. I hope it comes available soon.

[@dawnmason9558]

I adore watching your tutorials keep them coming. Could you do a tutorial for designing a quilt block & designing a whole quilt.

[@lisaemerson8061]

Thank You Jenny I am loving this

[@HRHDMKYT]

Nice! Because the "star legs" on the large star are blue, I would arrange my 2.5" squares in the centre such that there are no blue squares on the outside. Just to maximize the contrast between the centre and the star legs. But everyone can do what they like best, of course! This is such a lovely BOM!

[@hildiborkowski4436]

Last month’s project was such fun!

[@virginiacaspers2595]

love the colors of this quilt thanks hope to be able to get the pattern

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Fun, thank you for teaching it.

[@carynscheffer6299]

Wouldn't it be easier to have the seams go in opposite directions by sewing the small blocks together in rows of 4 pieces, and press all seams one way, stitch the second row of 4 pieces together and press the seams the opposite direction? Then stitch row 3 and row 4 together and alternate the direction of the seams? It seems to me it would be a lot easier than making 4 4-patch blocks and mess with the direction the seams are pressed and clipping the seams that are not pressed the right direction.

[@priscillacooksey1427]

Dear Jenny, You are my hero!! I "get" everything except seams. How do I get my seams to lie flat? Also, I know we aren't cutting yardage (so far) but, we're both left-handed. Will you please show the right way to cut it left-handed? Thank you!!

[@Wanda6308]

I always end up ruining my blocks trying to trim them correctly so this tool is awesome

[@beverleybrowning3480]

❤️ your tutorials. I want Misty as my assistant too! 😆 Cheers from 🇨🇦🍁

[@deancox3173]

Just a heads up...my box did not not have instructions for small stars. Thank goodness for tutorial on line able to finish all four small stars. Still love collection. Can't wait for April.

[@trudyoakley3186]

Thank you for your videos, wish you had started this one like the first with the fabric measurements.

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Thank you!!

[@connywelch5192]

For some reason the bright fabrics don’t strike the right chord with me right now, but absolutely would love to make this quilt in the block of the month format. Wish you had another fabric option or two.

[@janiceprice7403]

Thanks for another great tutorial! I also enjoy the Facebook group and seeing everyone’s blocks.

[@kimskuczas7170]

As always GREAT! thank you !

[@yanne69200]

j'ai aussi un fer à repasser ancien de mon papa, j'ai mis des aimants et il y a sa photo ! I love !

[@estherhodgdon6123]

When is month 3 coming out? I know that there is a lot going on right now so I do understand if things are a little slower right now. I'm just home all the time and need to keep busy. Love all that you do for us!!

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

At this point, we're still on track for a normal delivery on Month 3 of the All Stars, Esther. If that changes, we'll let everyone know. Thanks for asking!

[@estherhodgdon6123]

@@MissouriQuiltCo Thank-you for letting me know

[@gwenmadeline54]

I just love watching you. I have learned so much and I am learning to relax and enjoy the process. I am about to start on my third quilt, so I am a beginner. I have just signed up for the block of the month! Please, Jenny, I just know there is something I am missing. Sometimes I see you sew all around the 4 sides of a square and then cut two diagonal cuts. Sometimes, like with this block I see you make a single diagonal line and sew 1/4 inch away on each side of the line. When is which, and what for, ya know?

[@MrsGraphiteGal]

It depends how big the finished square needs to be. If the squares for making the HST's are much larger than needed, the see all round and cut twice diagonally works, if the blocks aren't much larger, the sew both sides of the diagonal works. Also depends how many units the same you need - a scrappier look, you're better using the sew down the diagonal, if you need lots of HST's the same fabric combination, use the sew all round method but remember to make the squares large enough.

[@cindyswoveland2277]

Love your tips on making it fit by putting the big part on the bottom! Love that you are not into perfection too. Wish you just had a pattern for this quilt - it is cute but the kit is just too expensive. Love watching anyway.

[@geraldinelombardo7434]

Cindy Swoveland , no matter what you’re sewing together, when one piece ends up a litter longer then the other....although they were cut the same size 🤷‍♀️ just remember, ‘baggy bottom’! Good luck. Have a great day. Stay healthy!

[@angelalewis1426]

Hello Jenny I really enjoyed your videos are the all star block of the month available to join

[@Chipper6032]

You make it so we don’t have to stress about the little things.

[@julietwigg9806]

Great tutorial thankyou

[@momgrandma5496]

Fabric is flying everywhere when Jenny quilts. 😂 Gee, it would be nice to have Misty as an assistant, get done faster, make more quilts.

[@skiptonius5346]

I told my daughter that I would make her a quilt but only if she helps. 😉

[@ericabates5361]

Hello, what make is the little pink iron & silicone mat Misty is using please? 💕 Erica x

[@susiekaiser1]

I kept looking at my squares for the smaller stars. The seemed wonky to me. They are 2 1/2” x 2 1/4”. So I needed to try to make accommodations for that. Sorry for the late comment. I’m behind in this. Thank goodness for tutorials.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Hi, susiekaiser1! If your squares aren't workable, please give us a call at 888-571-1122 so we can get some replacements for you. Thanks!

[@Kpmomof4]

What iron do you use? I like how it goes back up.

[@raissahille]

It's the Oliso Pro

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

That's an Oliso Smart Pro iron, Kelly!

[@janblomeke44]

I think you doubled in the green one! :)

[@darleneappleman3911]

Ive got a quarter inch foot for my singer machine

[@Kitchensurprise]

Can the starch alternative Best Press be used in your mister bottle

[@lindabrown2868]

I love star blocks , I love the solid colours but can we make this from our stash

[@lisaarmstrong6673]

When will the block of the month be restocked? I am waiting to purchase 2!!

[@cherylmathe3170]

I've put my name on the waiting list. Hope to be able to do this BOM. Jenny what brand is your sewing table. I've been looking for a large one for ages

[@loisdixon5155]

I am a month behind so I have a question about Month 2. For the 4 Patch Star: what is the CUT size of the blue and white HST?

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Hi, Lois! They're trimmed to 4-1/2". Hope this helps!

[@loisdixon5155]

Thanks!

[@debbielogan4828]

Will the instructions only be available as a PDF in the future? I have the perfect batiks that I purchased from you and have changed my mind a couple of times on what to do with them. I have my parcels from you sent to Maine and then I get to go over and do some shopping as well as get my gift. Infortunately, I have a parcel waiting for me that will just have to sit and wait until the borders open back up. Have a beautiful day and stay well from New Brunswick, Canada

[@susanmei9980]

Debbie Logan 😩

[@debbieduran4]

What is the little white cup thing that has the turquoise fringe and a bit of red coming out of it? It is right in front of the sewing machine...attached to the machine.

[@schwarzekatze5791]

It's a pincussion looking like an egg cup. There're blue pins stickig in the pincussion.

[@rosettaciliberto7453]

Hi Jenny love your tourial,Love the quilt beside you, do you have videos on them. Keep save

[@janblomeke44]

I love being part of this group!! Thanks Jennie and Misty.

[@melissasandidge8306]

Jenny what type of table are you sing for your ironing pad?

[@rubymeister4743]

Its a wooden TV tray from walmart, she said last month.

[@GJORDAN352]

Which block lock do I need?

[@skiptonius5346]

Was there a supply list like in the first tutorial? Did I miss it?

[@tpierce3777]

My 2.5” squares are more like 2 1/4”. Is the fabric that comes in the box available for purchase? Or should I just start over and buy new fabric? Thanks.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Hi, T Pierce! If this is the fabric from our Block of the Month that is too small, please call our Customer Service crew at 888-571-1122 or email at [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@DenaliEmbroideries]

What do you do to get your rotary cutter to cut it on the first try?

[@donnaf2666]

I really need that desk! Can you or someone do a video on how to make it? If I remember correctly it's just a desk you cut a hole in.

[@MrsGraphiteGal]

It's made by koala I think. Jenny did a video ages ago on her studio. You can use a desk and cut a hole but a purpose built cabinet is easier as it usually has a lift.

[@donnaf2666]

@@MrsGraphiteGal thanks

[@shelleylyall4144]

I am a bit confused are we making sure they are 4 1/2 inch square? I don’t have one of the lock rulers you demonstrated.

[@kerribland3925]

Get what we get and we don't get upset

[@kaycure8629]

Does that machine snip your thread for you? It seems like I am cutting threads constantly!

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

The automatic thread cutter is a feature of the machine, Kay!

[@sundog3150]

I have always sewn my seams like you do. Why am I seeing so many new quilters insisting that seams should be pressed open?

[@crystalbee7654]

I got my star sampler today. Sorry if that’s not the proper name as I’m a complete newbie. Do u have a tutorial for putting it together ?

[@barbaradumler6503]

How come sometimes you set the seam before pressing open and other times you only press the seams open??? Just curious.

[@jennydoan57]

Barbara Dumler I just forget! Haha

[@barbaradumler6503]

@@jennydoan57 :) You guys do a remarkable job!!

[@buzzyanderson4131]

I counted 4 cameras!

[@jiffer240]

good video

[@joannekeenan7575]

Help would be greatly appreciated! I am having trouble with the month 2 star patch, the smaller one,. I have been crazy crazy careful with my seams and following the directions over and over again. My flying geese come out smaller that my 4 patch even when I do scant scant quarter inch when making the flying geese. What is the correct measurement of the finished 4 patch? That maybe my probelm, but I did a generous quarter inch seam when making the four patch. Anyway, Help would be so so appreciated. Thank you!