Month 1: All Stars Block Of The Month with Jenny Doan of Missouri Star Quilt Co (Video Tutorial)

[@301coffee]

When you said , all are brains think different, not many people get that... You must of had a child that maybe had a learning disability.... Well I'm one of those kids..but now 62 years old ,I'm still one of those kids.... My mind sees things differently, I think the way to teach is so understanding. Thank you. You are the one I wake up to to see your deal of the day. You are the one that I search for the next quilt I hope to make. In the day I think I check out your website more then anyone.Jenny you are the one I started to watch 9 months ago. Your way of teaching is awesome... Thank you again.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Thank you so much, Burd K.! We love to know that what we are doing is helping someone and making a difference in their life. Welcome to the Missouri Star family!

[@marilynnjefferson8525]

MSQC, you are just the right people to join with the Kansas City Star to bring back the old blocks of the month. A joint effort retrospective to save the history would be fabulous for today’s crazy world. Please give it consideration. And, Jenny, you are just the one to bring back the life of those projects along with the blocks.

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Jenny I love to watch your videos. This is the third time I’ve watched this one, and it’s always fun. You are right, it’s like sewing with your best friend! When I sew I FaceTime my sisters and we sew “together” that way. You are so much fun!

[@ehoodh]

A ray of sunshine on a rubbish day weather awful and chest infection and asthma playing up so on steroids and antibiotics. Between the beautiful quilt in the background and your tutorial I don’t feel so miserable 😃 some say I’m easy pleased but it does feel like listening to a friend rather than a daunting teacher. Go Jenny!! Weather horrible in Scotland I hope it’s nicer across in Missouri x

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Thanks for letting us into your day today, Liz! It's a bit grey here today, but still nice out. Hope you get some nicer weather, too!

[@franblazer7289]

Love You Jenny, Just being with you makes me feel wonderful & happy. I'm 76 and a quilter for 25 yrs., and always enjoy your ease at creating quilts, new & old. May God bless you and your family.

[@Kitchensurprise]

Can’t get too much “Jenny”! Love this format! I am a 70 year old quilter with 50 years experience and still love your tutorials. Lots of work for you but pure enjoyment for me❤️

[@kathygist6488]

I’m a 69.5 year old quilter with only a couple of years’ experience, and I also can’t get enough of Jenny! I never miss a Jenny tutorial, and I’m going back to watch all of the old ones on the MSQC app on my iPad.

[@debiklotovich1933]

I’m 68 and have only been quilting for about 1.5 years. Love it and got my sister into it too. You’re right, can’t get too much of Jenny!

[@LUCINDA2789]

B Clark I m doing the same thing doing a back for a quilt l in joy sewing with Jenny.

[@gingerpaxman9286]

OMG....This is so sweet! Sitting with you at your machine and listening to you talk throughout and share your thoughts on things....I almost feel like I'm sitting with you in that room, thank you SO much Jenny for putting your time, effort, and all the work that goes into this tutorial...seriously? the internet is unbelievable these days! and these types of tutorials are truly a delight...

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

We're so glad you enjoyed this tutorial, Ginger! Thank you for spending some time with us today! :)

[@puppiesfollowus]

Absolutely agree. Ginger Paxman

[@colleenmitchell9157]

Felt the same. It was a more relaxed tutorial, feels more like a group sewing class:)😀

[@shiggins9846]

Missouri Star Quilt Compan`

[@ManuelaPatzel]

Ginger Paxman well put

[@deepattison9329]

I love that I can visit with you, Jenny, without using a mask and I can sit up close to the screen. Hurrah!

[@pattyclements5149]

I am so glad that you admit you are challenged by angles! I am too.

[@lesleyfarris4025]

It feels like we are having a sew day with a friend. :) Thank you.

[@juliakolb4085]

I will definitely wait to watch Jenny before making block 2. Is anyone coming to see Jenny on March 12 at 10am in Ocala, Fl? I cannot wait!

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Looking forward to seeing you there, Julia!

[@lizreynolds1275]

A compliment to you Jenny - It is true watching your tutorials is like quilting with friends.

[@rethamoore4282]

I think that is why I can understand you so good is because I'm so Angle challenged and I have dyslexia. So you really help me.❤❤❤❤

[@kayzaunbrecher1125]

Jenny, look how FANCY you are with your new studio and the production quality makes you look like a movie star 🌟! Thanks for the inspiration you’ve given me since I started quilting in 2015. I’ve sewn for over 50 years, but you inspired me to try quilting. Quilting is the BEST therapy! Thanks to you and your family 🤗🤗🤗

[@JLazaneaolcom]

Ginger Paxman! You nailed it. I watched it while my sister and I texted. We're both doing the block of the month. I told sis that I felt like I was sitting across the table from her and getting a private lesson. So intimate! My first thought when I read the pattern was "Jenny doesn't usually waste that much fabric from a five inch square." I wasn't surprised when she had us make four half square triangles instead of just one! This is going to be so fun.

[@barbaarawebb6143]

Jean Lazane m8

[@jylromain6439]

This is definitely one of my favorites of your videos. I follow someone else who also sits and sews sometimes and it's just so nice to be able to sew together. Right now, I'm putting together 48 rag quilt squares, (thanks for that tutorial BTW) and it's great to sit here with you and work on that. I love that it's this long too because I don't want to stop every 5 or 8 minutes to find a new video. I love Sew Alongs. I hope to see more of these. I can't praise this enough. Thank you so much.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Hi, Jyl! We're noticing a lot of love for this format, too! Thanks for joining us while you sew!

[@Dasburyfamily]

Jenny, thank you for this tutorial, laughs and giggles. It was wonderful to spend the time with you today. I’ve been quilting 1.5 years so still a “newbie”. I really had a great time and love your enthusiasm and happiness you spread to your friends. I can’t wait to watch the next video. I love spending time with you, Natalie and Misty. You all are amazing! 🌸💖💖💖🌸

[@conniemorgan9907]

Thank you Jenny! I too love this new format... I feel like I'm sitting across from you. I always learn new techniques and special tips during your videos/tutorials. The camera angle allows us to see what you're explaining. I'm a visual learner and find that aspect especially helpful. I love that you help us get the most out of our fabric. Good quilting fabrics are expensive and you show us how to get the most out of every scrap! Many thanks!

[@WillowZan]

Jenny, I absolutely LOVE your videos!!! I'm just starting the quilting game and you are such a BIG help! I'm going to start practicing by making my veterinarian little pet blankets and exam table covers when doing procedures. I LOVE how you teach us to use every scrap, as I like you, hate to waste anything! I just found your crumb quilting video the other day and that's exactly what I'll be doing with all the scraps that I've saved from sewing over the years! Thank you and keep up the good work!!

[@sylviaparnell6736]

Loving the demo.... such a wonderful teacher.... genuine, authentic person. She makes you feel like you are genuine friend.

[@ibrockinrobin67]

Great tutorial! Love the format and I love that Jenny talks so casually. She makes me feel like a friend has come over to show me how to make this block for a new quilt pattern she just got. I'm 52. Started quilting with a neighbor when I turned 50 and realized I didn't have a hobby. I always loved quilts and sewing things so naturally now I love to see quilts! Easy to follow format. And we can see that the block can be made in less than an hour. Love the personal studio, and window too. 😊 I would live to know how Jenny stores all her tools....and rulers. A tour would be great! Thank so much for being such an inspiration and so fun to watch.

[@monabjornson3103]

Great video! Love the clowns hidden by the flowers. Quilt is FUN!!

[@dkhayden1]

OMG.....Jenny, you are fantastic. I like the office setting. You seem much more comfortable sitting. Since 1990 when I started sewing I've never joined a block of the month subscription. Now I am with this one. Give thanks to your crew behind the camera too. Quilting (and you!) has drastically changed my PTSD for the better and. God bless. Dan :)

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Thanks so much, Dan! Glad to have you as part of the Missouri Star family, and hope you'll enjoy the next months of videos like this one!

[@AnitaSouthall]

YES to this format which although longer allows u s newbies to review each step carefully and or rewind if we miss something. This 1st month block will be awesome even if using stash fabrics or different colours. I can see it being used for pillows, bags, table runners and placemats. Best wishes from Geraldton Western Australia 🇦🇺💜🇺🇸💚💯😘

[@marykessler1878]

Oh my goodness Jenny! You are amazing. Thank you for all of your time. I loved not wasting fabric by not cutting the squares down and having scraps! Then we have three more, yeah!! You make me smile, that’s an awesome thing in this day and age! Just keep the KZbin coming sweetheart. Jenny again Thank You!

[@karenbourcier6782]

Thanks Jenny, you make everything so much more enjoyable. Since my mom passed away, I'm sewing by myself. Thanks for hanging out with me in my sewing room:)

[@Mcdoodel]

This was fun! Let’s do it again. I always look on MSQ first to decide what quilt I want to make next.Stars are it ! Thanks

[@marlenegerhard1464]

Thanks for the video. Can’t wait to get back home and sew up my block. Don’t think I need the instruction, but will LOVE spending some time quilting with you.

[@sharonbeall5655]

I love that you want people to love it as much as you do! Thanks!

[@cathywilson3551]

it is like sewing with a friend. LOVE the extra blocks - I hate waste. Thank you.

[@cathywilson3551]

I agree with the other comment. Sorry, you need to do it.

[@marilynbrooks5717]

Jenny is as the BEST tutorial of yours (or any else's )! I live in a rural area with no quilting stores or classes. This really was like sewing each hst with a friend. I LOVE this format. It is exactly what I need for guidance and to build confidence. Thank you SO, SO much. I just (applied) joined the Facebook group. I am so excited. You have given me the confidence that I needed to get started.

[@amycoleman3994]

I love that you are sitting in my living room talking to me from your sewing room. Your voice is so smooth and comforting. I am sure I can do this project with you. Love that you love what you do.

[@HRHDMKYT]

What a great tutorial, and beautiful BOM quilt! I love that your granddaughter reminded you that she has a "turtle" (sewing machine), not a "rabbit" like yours! Her comment reminds me of the first ever quilt I made: I used the first jelly roll I ever bought (from MSQC, of course!), and used the "Jelly Roll Race 2" tutorial pattern to make it. Then after a very looooong time of sewing, trimming, basting a quilt sandwich, quilting it with wavy lines and a walking foot (on my own turtle machine), then cutting out and sewing on the binding, and making and affixing a label to the back, I *finally* finished it! (Which reminds me: now that I have a smart phone, I will figure out how to post a picture onto my still-empty Instagram account, and will remember to tag MSQC when I do). But I recall at the time telling my friend that I don't know how other sewists finish theirs so quickly, I am such a slow sewist if I want my seams to be straight, which of course I do. She replied, "Well, maybe for you, it's not a jelly roll RACE, it's a jelly roll WALK!". Since my fabric collection was called 'Wallflowers', I thought it a perfect reason to name my quilt "Wallflowers Walk" :-) Thanks for all your tuturials, Jenny. You're the best! ~Diana K from Hamilton (Ontario)

[@beccalee8174]

I like to watch you do everything and not having a helper. We can keep up with you! Sew day with friends… Love it!

[@momgrandma5496]

It’s like sitting next to a good friend Jenny. The colors in this quilt are so vibrant, lots of contrast.

[@priscillamarshall466]

How do I start to get a box every month. Can you tell me.

[@rhondawaldron]

@@priscillamarshall466 Go to www.missouriquiltco.com/shop/detail/118832/missouri-star-quilt-co/missouri-star-quilt-co/missouri-star-all-stars-block-of-the-month click the "add to list" on the right add it to your wish list and they will contact you when it's available.

[@lauriemcneil9125]

Love spending time with with Jenny. It is like sewing with friends.

[@sharonfox4981]

Loved all of the old sayings.

[@roseweaver3845]

Thank you Jenny. I love the fact that even a seasoned quilter can make errors. I loved the keeping me humble quote. Thank you again

[@pkpobrnc]

Thank you for sharing a thriftier way of cutting this star out. I am excited that I can make three more stars! I always love your tutorials!

[@debrarich2110]

OH JENNY!!!!! This is wonderful! It really is just like hanging out and sewing with a friend! Thank you so very much for spending time with us! ❤❤❤❤

[@stacyreid3311]

Thank you Jenny. I am a newbie quilter at 59 and find the patterns very intimidating. Watching your videos makes it seem doable. 😁

[@robcunningham7837]

I can see making an entire quilt with this one block. Thank you for the video.

[@ronaldapettrey3250]

I love Misty but with you doing everything yourself it gives a better idea of the things we will encounter in our own sewing experience. Great job!!!! I love it.

[@hildiborkowski4436]

I love misty too but I can’t watch her tutorials because Jake keeps interrupting with stupid comments. They interfere with the flow of the tutorial and I lose track of her instructions. I’m sure Jake is a wonderful person but I just can’t stand his interruptions. Truly I’m not trying to be mean by bashing Jake but only trying to offer constructive criticism to make misty’s videos better - for me anyway.

[@rhondawaldron]

@@hildiborkowski4436 It's filmed Live so Jake reads the comments people are posting as it goes along. That is how KZbin Live works. It's not HIS stupid comments. He reads the comments that people are posting while they are watching. It is posted and stays on KZbin After the live

[@lauriedupre3657]

I agree totally. I love your sewing room. Nice natural lighting in there too.

[@c.g.7604]

This reminds me of the first and original tutorials you used to make. I really love the personal touch and the fact that you walk us through each step just like you used to do. I fell in love with quilting watching Eleanor Burns but I LEARNED to quilt watching Jenny Doan.

[@marmie1130]

So much fun! Thanks Missouri Star! I live a bit remotely and going into town to a class just wouldn't not happen but this is the next best thing! I love this!

[@kimwelsh2546]

I love Jenny and I love the format! I have watched a lot of KZbin videos on quilting and Missouri always is far the best. Other BOM you don't get the patterns unless you purchase ... not the case here and I believe that is why Jenny is so successful.

[@trisheagle3083]

First off-I absolutely love Jenny. I learned to sew when I was very young but lost touch with it. Now that I am well into my 30s and starting to pick it up again, Jenny is the best at helping me refresh my own memory and learning new techniques. Thank you "sew" much Jenny for the wonderfully delightful videos.TIP: to save on fabric, instead of just cutting a 5 inch block down to a 3 inch block and wasting or scraping what was cut off, you can also create the 3 inch background squares the same way you created the half square triangles. Cut & sew 2 pieces of your 5 inch background squares together the same way as the half square triangles and trim accordingly.Now this tip only saves fabric not time. :)

[@HRHDMKYT]

Trish Eagle, you are *Brilliant*!! You're right, if you don't mind that extra diagonal seam in the corner squares, your way would totally work! Thanks! ~Diana K.

[@AnitaSouthall]

Or just use yardage same throughout a quilt? It never bothers me to cut up yardage into strips of various widths, thereby always having some correct sizes to hand.

[@bloodhounder]

I absolutely ADORE the new format, the close up shots at the machine, and the ironing board, and the details. You guys have definitely stepped up with a huge improvement in production quality. KUDOS!! I think that you should do all future tutorials this way.

[@karenlewis5761]

So sweet of you to show this to us. Sometimes we all need to see it being done in order for us to understand. Love your tutorials. Thank you.

[@joyhayes3759]

I much prefer the tutorial with just Jenny I agree with others that it makes it feel comfortable to keep up and not feel rushed. Hope you keep doing it this way. Love you MSQC

[@ameliapalmer4327]

your daughter in law is precious , and she great at camera appearance,

[@lindawitham1876]

I loved sitting with you sewing along on Block 1. Thank you!

[@rethamoore4282]

I'm so glad you told us the name of your machine because I was wondering and straining my eyes to try and catch the name . Lol I love your way of teaching Jenny because I can learn so much from you. I don't understand some of the other quilters way of teaching but I always get what your saying . Love you so , so much !! I watch all your tutorials over and over just for fun. Soon I will be able to quilt again. Thank you so much .❤❤❤

[@rhondapolk3138]

Watched the tutorial 3 X's... think I'm ready!

[@kimbohannan]

Thank you Jenny, your tutorials is my entertainment daily in my house.

[@99squinn]

It's like you're one of our quilting friends! Love to watch your tutorials, but this was even BETTER!! Thank you so much!

[@judie8644]

Love this way of doing your videos! A good close-up, views are excellent and as always, Jenny, your humour pulls it all together. I totally enjoyed this and look forward to the next one.

[@colleenmitchell9157]

I had never thought of quilting until I stumbled on her KZbin videos. I got the courage to start quilting by watching your tutorials! Because of Jenny I've done 9 quilts in 2 years!

[@roseannesena2861]

How do we order the block of the month.

[@rhondawaldron]

@@roseannesena2861 Go to www.missouriquiltco.com/shop/detail/118832/missouri-star-quilt-co/missouri-star-quilt-co/missouri-star-all-stars-block-of-the-month click the "add to list" on the right add it to your wish list and they will contact you when it's available.

[@susanbraun698]

Really enjoyed this and totally get the orientation and angles issue. Me TOO! I am almost done piecing my first quilt from your tutorial "Hidden Hearts." I joined our church group about 3 years ago to hand quilt. Our circle is very small due to so many "aging out." Those left are in their 70s, 80s and 90s. I am the youngest (61) and am now putting the quilts up in frames and marking quilts, something I had NEVER done before. So now piecing is my new challenge. I LOVE your tutorials and really feel I can do most of them - even with my sewing challenges. I have never been the greatest seamstress. But in one video you mentioned that it is just a lot of practice. So I took that advice to heart and with practice and a lot of seam ripping, I am slowly getting one top near finished. Sure glad I found your videos!!

[@carolpool427]

Please do more of these sewing block of the month. I have loved visiting with you.

[@lindadaley7469]

I like it when it is just you teaching. It is less confusing for my brain. Thanks for the great tutorial!

[@janesavage4733]

Love this format, it feels more calming and personal with just you talking to us through the blocks. Prefer this than the larger space you usually film in. Thank you for sharing your talent. Hugs from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺.

[@AnitaSouthall]

🇦🇺💜 Geraldton WA

[@sharonrimsza7960]

This quilt makes me smile. Bright and cheerful and made with a smile as well. Thank you Jenny!!!

[@Libaluff]

It’s so relaxing watching you work and listening to your happy talk 😍

[@dwightweeres1717]

This is Debbie. Jenny, you are such a character! It's so much fun to watch your tutorials! Thank you for the wonderful inspiration you always give me!

[@cherylthompson4132]

It's very relaxing to watch you sew and explain!

[@faithjones-rolfe]

I just love this video. It is so nice to sew along with you Jenny. You are a wonderful teacher. Can't wait for next month of the block. Thank you again. Happy sewing.

[@patriciathomashefsky7802]

Thank you for showing us your "nest". This format helps us to follow you without our reinventing what we think is your setup. How efficient!!

[@deancox3173]

Your delivery was terrific. Watched first whole session then repeated and sewed along with you. Love extra blocks. Mahalo, for the format.

[@ronnimayer3555]

Excellent tutorial Jenny. It is like I am sewing along side of you; you make the cutting and assembly appear so easy. Love the new studio too!

[@Greenzots68]

Absolutely love this format. Have been watching you since 2015 and this just made so much click with me. Thank you

[@pepperh3697]

I really like the concentration on constructing a single block. Love your channel!!!

[@kimhill6351]

Just signed up! So EXCITED!!! The last quilt I made was a doll quilt with my great grandmother when I was 8 years old. That was 40 years ago. I’ve been wanting to quilt for years and now that my nest is emptying I figure it’s the perfect time to get started. 😁

[@amandas.reading.nook01]

I really loved sitting and sewing with you today, Jenny! Even though I was working on my baby’s quilt and not the block of the month. Thanks for keeping me company! 💕💕💕

[@roxannewaddell3830]

Love your new studio and all the camera angles and closeups, wonderfully clear to see all the details.

[@marlenesalamandyk878]

I love your sewing studio. It's so bright and cheery, like you. This is just like sewing together like you said! I still haven't figured out why patterns have you cut the material and then do HSTs instead of doing it your way.

[@monaandersson3644]

This is just so nice. Doesn't matter that it's not the quickest tutorial. I think it's so calming squaring up blocks, happy to watch you do it. In to the zone. Lots of love to the all of you ❤

[@cyndikemp9213]

I loved sewing with you today. Thank you .

[@kathiereeves3213]

I enjoyed this tutorial very much! It’s nice to see the experts have to think about angles and seams too. Thank you!

[@leidabird]

Felt like we were sewing side-by-side, loved it!

[@cherylbrown4058]

Love love this way you are doing this series. So relaxed and you make it feel like it’s a one on one class of friends sewing. ❤️ 🧵🧵

[@Shell0903]

I love that you show how to get extra blocks out of the pattern. I've gotten into making scrappy backs from the leftover fabrics for my quilts and those blocks can be worked right in!

[@AnitaSouthall]

Also known as an afterquilt 😘 I try to think of it as extra practice

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Love all your tutorials! Jenny you have changed quilting forever, just imagine a whole town devoted to making quilts! Thank you so much, fun hanging out with you while I sew.

[@klipsie1]

Awesome. I loved the extended session. So much easier to see and follow than the shorter tutorials.

[@frekybyrd]

I have got to say that I love everything about this video. Your real,and humorous and just a joy to learn from. Looking forward to the next one!!

[@Wanda6308]

Last night I was sewing on my quilt, I am doing the prairie flower, I was having so much fun, I didn't realize I had been sewing the entire night long and I like the idea wear you said to roll our shoulders a bit because when I got up from the machine I was hurting so bad, I had to take aspirin. lol I can hardly wait to finish the quilt to send you a photo as I got the pattern from you.

[@Maria_O]

I love this format! Such fun to watch. I fell in love with quilting over 30 years ago while watching a friend's mother in Mexico sew patches of old clothes together. I was fascinated as it reminded me of a blanket my siblings and I used to fight over as little kids that our own grandmother had made. We had no clue it was a quilt. We just knew it was so soft, warm and comfy.

[@joycefeain4569]

Loved watching Jenny sew and explain/chat -

[@carolynmcmath494]

This was great! What a wonderful way to show how to do the block and how to have three more blocks waiting for another project!

[@suejameson1517]

What a lovely video! Also, you are just so generous with all your help. Other Block of the Month patterns are designed to keep measurements secret so you have to buy them. You just want people to enjoy sewing and so you share everything. Thank you so much x

[@debiklotovich1933]

Love the location and full block tutorial. You’re just so real, you really make me feel like I can do this.

[@susanhernandez7770]

I'm an experienced quilter, but I learned new things! How exciting. This block is really cute. Thank you!

[@jacquieumberger3620]

Love the format. I'm going to use my scraps. Love the way you showed us how to get extra out of a block.The way you explained the way the blocks goes together and the cutting helps me a lot. My brain gets fuddle with different designs. You make everything so simple. Lots of Love to you and your lovely family.

[@nancyg1786]

Thank you! You have such a vibrant fun personality, love watching your videos!

[@karentzn]

Living in SA the transport costs will be incredible. I will be watching your progress. So lovely to see you so relaxed and happy. I bought your slotted trimmer triangle ruler and love it. I trim off the dog ears as I trim to correct size. Awesome colours in your kit.

[@ninaclanton6868]

I'm a little late for this video but loved how beautifully you brought this Block and Quilt Making to life. New ideas incorporated in a fun way that will have far reaching ramifications to many future projects. You've paved the way to freedom to create in all kinds of ways. Just give yourself permission and WOW!

[@sandrawillman8042]

I love sitting in my own little sewing corner in my living room and watching your video's on my tv. Some day I hope to visit your shop! I do love to visit quilt shops. Yours though may very well be the furthest from me to visit. Love your sweet video's! Thanks Jenny!

[@katoz97]

Love this format, the block, and the entire quilt! Your chatter is very entertaining :-) Cracked me up when you asked for your cup... but never took a drink. I do that all the time!! Also - I push my cuttings away with my ruler. Just so easy! Lol

[@janinebell763]

Love the quilt behind you, the colours are lovely and bright.

[@suesmith5033]

This was fun to sit here and sew with you. I really enjoyed the one on one so to speak. I wouldnt change a thing. I love Misty but we don't have a helper so fun to watch you.

[@MB-cj4zv]

I’m so sad I missed this sew along. Enjoyed this tutorial so much.