Monthly Block - A Winter Snowflake for January

[@jeanrishel840]

I did exactly what you did, math and all, after seeing these designs on Pinterest! I was laughing as I watched our parallel thought processes. I made my block into a pillow and I love it!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

A pillow was my original plan but I decided on a small wall hanging. I have a video on that coming up soon. Thanks for watching.

[@quiltanon]

I never thought to make the "petals" of the snowflake different lengths...Beautiful! Love this idea!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

I wish I could take credit for that idea. Thank you for watching.

[@rebeccasewing]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. It makes a beautiful snowflake. I am pleased that I easily found a 15 degree triangle on Amazon so no need to stress over trying to figure out how to make the blades. Happy Holidays!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

You are very welcome. Check out the video description for the original designer information. I'm going to look into that 15 degree triangle. If I decide to make more of these, that would really be a time saver. Thanks for the tip!

[@mariannebecker5132]

Made my very first Dresden Plate, and now I’m hooked. I really want to try this. Your snowflake Dresden is beautiful. For those who think it’s too much work, maybe you never made a Dresden Plate, I suggest you give it a try, it might be easier than you think. 🙂

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

I have several quilts with dresden designs. They look intimidating but it's just basic sewing/quilting. Sometimes they don't lay flat but you can usually adjust that pretty easily.

[@maryjokruer6127]

Dresden plate is my favorite traditional block. Your block is now one of my favorite iterations! Thanks for all your hard work to make and share this!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you so much. It was a bit like a math test but I love the way it turned out.

[@quiltingforthesoul]

Hello I’m new to your channel. I love your block. I will catch up on some of your videos soon. God bless you and your family happy holidays.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Happy Holidays to you as well. I have lots of content and projects already and we have some exciting stuff coming up in 2025.

[@judyhammack6310]

Hello!!! Judy here from Oklahoma!!! I just now happened upon your channel. I have only been quilting about 3 years, but sewing most of my life and I am 69. I am totally and completely addicted to quilting. It is my therapy and I love it so. Thank you sooooo very much for sharing this block with us. It is very beautiful and I am definitely going to get the pattern. I hope to be able to make it some day. Again thank you for sharing you talent and taking the time to teach us. God bless. ❤

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Hi Judy! I totally understand what you mean about your quilting. There's something calming about giving all your attention to a quilt project. I find that I think more clearly while I'm hand stitching. I am so happy that you stopped by. You should give this one or another Dresden design a try, it's a fun block.

[@ritaw9479]

It is very pretty block, love the colors you used!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you so much.

[@lindakQOV]

Such a beautiful snowflake! And a 36" one would make a wonderful table centerpiece on my round table!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Wow! It sure would. You’re giving me ideas…. Thanks for watching!

[@Wanda6308]

I am a new subscriber from Michigan. this is the most beautiful block I have ever seen.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you so much for subscribing! I found the block to be very attractive. You can find information on the original designer in the description of the video. Thanks for watching, glad to have you here. I am currently working on a follow up video taking this single block into a small wall hanging. I hope to release that video in the next week or so.

[@traciengland5886]

I have just discovered your program - you teach this block in detail but not overwhelmingly. Your ideas for variations on this block are great! Of course I subscribed right away. Thank you for your class.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

That's good to hear. It's difficult to know just how much detail to go into.

[@marcomama1]

Thank you so much for posting your video. I love the way you do everything from scratch. I think that’s really amazing. You’ve given me some great ideas. And your videos are very easy to follow and understand. Thank you again.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

I appreciate your kind words! Glad to have you here. I have a follow up video coming out on this block in the next week or two.

[@KathiTrujillo-kn6qn]

So pretty! And I love doing the math. Thank you. Thinking about a whole quilt with hexagonal blocks ...

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

The options are truly limitless. I loved Geometry when I took it in school and appreciate being able to "fire up" those brain waves again. Thank you for watching.

[@jeane.2722]

thx, beautiful.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you, it was fun to make. Glad you are here.

[@arlene9330]

Beautiful

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you. Glad you're here.

[@lynnleipold2617]

Thanks!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@robinschwartz6977]

This is gorgeous!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

I have to agree. Be sure to check out the description to see how I came to make this one.

[@wendyjsmith5224]

Wow. I’m doing this!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

So glad you liked it. Happy to have you here.

[@notmyname2229]

Great video, I bought the pattern, thank you.😊🩷🪡

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

That's good to hear. I like to make sure that the original designer gets credit on things like this. Glad to hear that you're supporting her.

[@veliatorrez6523]

Absolutely gorgeous. Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you so very much. Glad that you are here..

[@violetlaferriere3985]

Just lovely.🎉

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thanks! I love the sparkle in this one too. Glad you are here.

[@Scrappyendings]

So lovely. Would you share what type of iron you are using? I don't recognize it.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

It's the Dritz Mini Iron. I have a review of it in the Tips and Tricks Playlist. I've seen it recently at Michaels. Be sure to use a coupon or buy during a sale. Glad you are here.

[@Scrappyendings]

@@shamrockquiltstudio thank you for the info. Looks like a handy "tool" to add to my arsenal.

[@candacecollett2891]

❤❤❤

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thanks!

[@lovespets3]

I want to try this

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

You should do it! It was fun. Let me know how it goes...

[@suehudson7777]

MSQC also did this block (but like the look of yours better!). However, I am so intrigued by the little iron you are using with the narrow plate. Can you post what this iron is?

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Funny, I just watched that video this morning. It looks like the same thing, just different fabric choices. The iron is the Dritz Mini Iron. I have a review of it in my Tips and Tools playlist. Check it out and try to catch it on sale or using a coupon for the best deal. Thanks for watching.

[@little1942]

Don’t know if you are acquainted with Cheryl Phillips of Phillips Fiber Art, but she has just about every wedge template with multiple patterns available. If you don’t know her work, I highly recommend looking her up. I think even she would be impressed with your beautiful snowflake block done without a template! I know I am.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thanks for the information. I took a quick look at her site. I will have to take an in depth look after the holidays. Glad you stopped by!

[@suzannakoizumi8605]

Too much work.

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thanks for watching. Beyond the mathematical calculations, this project went together VERY quickly and was a very enjoyable project. I'm working on a follow up video on how to transform this into a bigger project. It should be published this month (December).

[@cazkiwinz4300]

I think that too… but I’m fascinated by watching vids on them and KNOW I’ll give in and do one one day… I’m already adding more and more pieces naturally as I make samples 🫶🤗🤗🤗

[@cazkiwinz4300]

Beautiful block btw…. It terrifies me! 😂

[@ritaw9479]

It is a very pretty block, love the colors you used!

[@shamrockquiltstudio]

Thank you. They do fit together well, it's hard to believe all the fabrics were from my stash.