Spring Dreams Block of the Month – Month 1

I just finished my Spring Dreams Block of the Month – Month 1 blocks. This is a fun nine month quilt sew along.

Spring Dreams Block of the Month by Missouri Star Quilt Company – Month 1

Missouri Star Quilt Company sent me the Spring Dreams Block of the Month Kit for month 1. I’m a little behind, but no worries! It’s not too late for me or you to get started!

Like I said, I just finished month 1 of the Spring Dreams BOM (Block of the Month). For month 1, you’ll sew four of the blocks that make up the middle of the quilt.

Video Tutorials

Missouri Star has a video tutorial that accompanies the Spring Dreams Block of the Month. You can watch Month 1 HERE or by clicking on the below video.

Chapters:

• 00:00 – Introduction and Cutting Fabrics
• 42:34 – Corner Units
• 55:55 – Flying Geese
• 1:09:34 – Log Cabin Units
• 1:18:16 – Assemble Blocks

I’ve also created a video that shares my tip for labeling your fabric and my finished Month 1 blocks.

FAQ

What is a Block of the Month?

A Block of the Month (BOM) is where participants receive instructions, patterns, and sometimes materials on a monthly scheduled basis. Participants complete one block or one section at a time.
There are also usually tutorials, videos and helpful tips to help participants complete the projects.

Is the Spring Dreams Block of the Month Beginner Friendly?

Yes, the Spring Dreams BOM is a beginner-friendly project. You can start anytime and finish at your leisure. Plus, there are plenty of video tutorials available and even a Facebook Group for participants to join.

How Many Months will the Spring Dreams Block of the Month Last?

This is a nine month program with a block/pattern being released each month.

Does the Spring Dreams BOM include fabric?

Yes! Each month you will receive a lovely curated package filled with all the fabric you will need for that month’s blocks, as well as the pattern and instructions.

Where Can I Find More Information on the Spring Dreams BOM?

Missouri Star has a page on their website dedicated to the Spring Dreams BOM. You’ll find the kit, information, links to the monthly videos (as they’re released) and more HERE.

How Much Does the Spring Dreams BOM Cost?

The kit costs $34.95 per month, plus shipping.

Can I Purchase 2 or 3 Months or the Full BOM Kit?

Unfortunately, the kits are released one month at a time. You cannot purchase multiple months or the whole kit.

When Does the Spring Dreams BOM Start?

It has already started! You can purchase the first month’s kit HERE.

Where Can I Purchase the Spring Dreams Block of the Month Kit?

Glad you asked! You can purchase the kit from Missouri Star Quilt Company HERE!

Get the Spring Dreams BOM Kit

The Spring Dreams Block of the Month Kit is available directly from Missouri Star Quilt company. Click the below below to learn more or purchase the kit.

What’s Included in the Kit?

You may be wondering what’s included, here’s a list of what you’ll find in each kit:

• Each kit will include fabrics from the Shadow Play collection by Maywood Studio.
• Finished instructions, border, and binding fabrics are included with the final block in the last month.
• Instructions for each block.

Tips for Month 1 Blocks

When you stitch together the blocks for month 1, you’ll be making four blocks. These blocks will come together in month 9 and are the center blocks of the quilt.

You’ll be making:

• 4 corner units
• 4 vertical flying geese rows
• 4 mirrored flying geese rows
• 4 classic log cabin units

Tip 1: Read the Instructions First!

This is probably the best tip I can give you and that is to read through the entire set of instructions for month 1 before you begin to cut your fabrics.

Tip 2: Label Your Fabric

Although the fabrics in the instructions are clearly labeled as Fabric H, for example, along with a picture of the color of the fabric. I found it super helpful to actually label the fabric. So once I made all the cuts for Fabric H, I put them in a pile and placed a label of “H” on top of the fabric.

Tip 3: Use the Checkboxes

Starting on page 3 of the Month 1 instructions, you’ll notice a little square beside each step. Once you make the cuts or follow the instructions for that step, go ahead and check it off using the checkbox provided. This will help you to keep track of where you are and help you to be better organized (aka less mistakes).

Tip 4: You’ll Make 4 of Each Unit

Beginning on page 7 of Month 1, you’ll see the instructions for actually constructing each unit of the quilt block. I didn’t realize when I first started sewing the corner units for the block that I would be repeating the steps to make four of each unit.

So, just remember, you’ll be making:

• 4 corner units (starts on page 7)
• 4 vertical flying geese rows (starts on page 8)
• 4 mirrored flying geese rows (starts on page 9)
• 4 classic log cabin units (starts on page 11)

Tip 5: Go Slow!!

Some people have a tendency to “put the pedal to the metal” and sew at full speed. You’ll find if you slow your stitching down, that you’ll make less mistakes, stitch straighter seams, and make consistent 1/4″ seam allowances.

More Questions??

If you have more questions about the Spring Dreams Block of the Month or constructing the sections for Month 1, feel free to leave them in the Comments section below. I’m here to help!!