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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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 😊.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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. 😆

[@sorayavalle8327]

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

[@yogitakudale7799]

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

[@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!

[@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👍

[@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!! 💗

[@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

[@mamas_quilts3573]

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

[@estherhodgdon6123]

Jenny I do love all you video Tutorial

[@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?🤩

[@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.

[@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!!!!

[@nannayaya37]

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

[@helencocran6895]

You make learning so enjoyable.

[@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.

[@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

[@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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[@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 🙏🏼 ❤️😘

[@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!!

[@lindagillespie6556]

So in love ❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@maggiemckinney7219]

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

[@analaughlin1071]

I just love the interaction between Jenny and Misty.

[@janblomeke44]

I love watching these!! Thank you.

[@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. 😉

[@maygualidagonzalez1278]

Está hermoso ......agradecida .

[@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.

[@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 🙄😔

[@tamipalin8171]

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

[@cornishbabe9]

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

[@dawnmason9558]

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

[@luzdmaldonado2764]

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

[@sandyp2485]

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

[@maryannecross4220]

Stay safe All 😘

[@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! ❤️

[@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.

[@maryannenoli10]

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

[@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!

[@maritzahurtado7722]

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

[@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.

[@hildiborkowski4436]

Last month’s project was such fun!

[@Thisisit120]

I have that exact same rotating mat love it.🤣

[@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!!

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Fun, thank you for teaching it.

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Thank you!!

[@kimskuczas7170]

As always GREAT! thank you !

[@Wanda6308]

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

[@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.

[@beverleybrowning3480]

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

[@virginiacaspers2595]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@Chipper6032]

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

[@julietwigg9806]

Great tutorial thankyou

[@janiceprice7403]

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

[@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.

[@trudyoakley3186]

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

[@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 !

[@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!

[@lisaarmstrong6673]

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

[@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?

[@angelalewis1426]

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

[@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

[@janblomeke44]

I think you doubled in the green one! :)

[@ericabates5361]

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

[@NannaLiz]

Well, the blocks are snappy and happy, but do you know what I really love about this? I love your shirt! My green eyes just got a lot greener. Where did you get?

[@cherylcordova3077]

Beautiful colors.

[@janblomeke44]

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

[@kerribland3925]

Get what we get and we don't get upset

[@Kitchensurprise]

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

[@kevinmonceaux2101]

If one doesn't have a Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer, a tube strip ruler works almost as well. It just lacks the slots for trimming off the dog ears. I have one of the Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer. I think I bought it when it was a daily deal. So far on every occasion I've had to use it, it's been the wrong size. I need to get the rest of the set. In one of your videos, it might have been the previous All Star Block of the Month video, you commented on your machine's speed and said you have a granddaughter who is a turtle sewer. I recently splurged and treated myself to a Juki DDL-8700. I've seen conflicting information on its maximum speed. It's somewhere between 4,500 and 5,500 stitches per minute. It will be a looooooooooooooong time, if ever, before I'm ready for that speed. I'm still a turtle sewer. Fortunately the 8700 has a speed regular control on its servo motor and sews very well at turtle speeds. I'm surprised at how smooth it sews, and have come to realize the vintage machine I'd been using probably needs a bit of a tune-up. I love the knee lift and treadle style foot pedal on the 8700.

[@kevinmonceaux2101]

Well, a tube strip ruler works almost as well if the person behind the ruler knows what he's doing. The few blocked I rechecked after pressing are all undersized and not quite square. It looks like I'm going to need to invest in some extra fabric to get this block done right.

[@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 ?

[@lindabrown2868]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@jiffer240]

good video

[@susanduvall3017]

What are the plastic cutting tools names? Keep up the videos. Wish I could afford this. If in a couple of months would I be able to purchase and start?

[@GJORDAN352]

Which block lock do I need?

[@rosettaciliberto7453]

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

[@ilsebartlett1618]

Hi Guys, I do love all your video's but because we live so far Australia and our dollar has fallen through the roof and postage is way out of control,will these patterns ever be a digital download one day. Cheers

[@jennydoan57]

Ilse Bartlett after the BOM is over we will make the pattern available.

[@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.

[@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!

[@JenniferJonesQuilterdressmaker]

I like my 4 1/2" square ruler.....

[@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 😩

[@skiptonius5346]

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

[@dianaeckler5488]

I use the mantra 'label on the low side' I just need to remember the letter L.

[@juliewhite1011]

Hi Jenny can you please tell me what the triangle ruler is called to trim the 3 inch squares - many thanks J

[@buzzyanderson4131]

I counted 4 cameras!

[@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!