Introducing
MEL's Practical Joy Block 1
Machine Embroidery Applique and Quilting in the Hoop

Block 1 measures 26" x 20" when finished. It makes a beautiful wall hanging - and could also be used as a small baby quilt.
MEL's Practical Joy measures 73" x 89" - the perfect size for a twin bed!
Our super simple technique for perfect design placement is easy to master, and needs nothing more than a pin and an ironing board.
4 different styles of border surround each of the blocks.
Easy strip piecing creates 2 of the borders, the other 2 can be stitched in the hoop using your embroidery machine.Â
When it's time to assemble all the blocks, you'll discover a way to add sashing to the front and the back of the quilt at the same time that might leave you wondering why nobody thought of it before!
The result?
A soft and snuggly work of art that is filled to overflowing with joy!
Whether you're an experienced embroiderer, or you're just starting out, creating MEL's Practical Joy can be a playful, fun and joy-filled experience for you.
For the first time ever, we're offering a monthly stitch-along to go with the quilt!
We're calling it MEL's Joy Club.
There's nothing like being part of a community of like-minded, creative women (and maybe a few men!) while bringing this project to life, each in our own way.
As well as setting aside time each month to let our inner MEL play, we'll bring more joy into our everyday lives as we embrace the wisdom in the book, Practical Joy, by my good friend M. Shannon Hernandez. Shannon's illustrations in the book are the foundation for this super fun and joy filled quilt!
As Shannon says, "May you dive into {MEL's} Practical Joy with an open heart and mind, and give yourself permission to add more joy to your life than you ever thought possible!"
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