We are so excited to introduce our new Block of the Month quilt for 2023...
As always when contemplating a new quilt, one of the most often asked questions is, "How much fabric is needed?"
The answer to this question can be found right here, in the fabric requirements!
This is often followed by, "Why does it take so much fabric?"
Let me answer that question for you below!
MEL's Practical Joy might be considered a "quilt-as-you-go" project.
Each block is completed separately:
When completed, you have a beautifully soft quilt that looks as good on the back as it does on the front.
When MEL's Practical Joy is finished, the front will show off gorgeous machine embroidered applique in a riot of color while the back will show off the gorgeous quilting.
So why does it take so much fabric?
When you look at the fabric requirements document (here's that link again), you can see exactly how the fabric is being used.
If you'd like to find some ways to cut down on the amount of fabric used, here are some suggestions:
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