Chihuahua Quilt Block
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Chihuahua Quilt Block
I have been having fun creating some cute dog quilt blocks and the first one is this Chihuahua block. Boy is that a hard word to spell!
A pattern which will include other dogs is coming soon.
Leftover Island Batik Fabrics
It is always fun to use up fabrics in my stash. These are all leftovers from Island Batik projects I did while I was an ambassador.
I cut strips that were about 1.25-inches wide in most cases.
Seam Roller
I had a small wool mat next to my sewing machine and I used my seam roller to flatten the seams. This way I didn’t have to get up and use the iron after every little row.
This is a great quilt project for using up your scraps.
Heat n Bond Lite
I traced the image of the Chihuahua onto Heat n Bond Lite, I have been using this product for years and years and it is great.
Straight Stitch Applique
I thought about using a blanket stitch to applique around the Chihuahua but decided it would be faster to just do a straight stitch around it. The great thing about using batik fabrics is that there is little fraying with them.
Here is a fat quarter bundle of Island Batik Breathtaking Brown Batiks that would work great for the dog blocks I’ll be making. A 10″ square bundle of them would also work.
Cat Applique
A pattern which will include other dogs is coming soon. I also have a easy Cat Applique Patchwork table runner you might like.
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About Connie
Hi, I’m Connie Kresin Campbell, the quilter, writer, and photographer behind Freemotion By the River. I enjoy inspiring others with my quilt tutorials and patterns. You’ll also see my sweet adopted dogs from time to time.
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Love it! Unlike you, I dread it getting cooler. I miss getting up and sitting on porch with coffee ( too chilly now), but the afternoons are.nice! Lori
Thanks Lori, I do love the cool days sitting on the porch with coffee (I always have coffee) but I don’t like heat.
Kismet! I was just offered a Chihuahua from a friend who’s landlord won’t let her keep hers (he barks.) I think that’s the point of having a dog – So this pattern is exactly what I need. Maybe a nice doggie blanket with a couple of bone blocks for his! Such a cute pattern! Thanks!!!!!
Oh my gosh Joan, that is going to be one lucky dog!! I can’t wait to see photos!
I too have used a seam roller when convenient. I don’t know if you mind commenting on fellow quilting sites, but you might want to look at the new seam roller being offered by The Fabric Hut. It’s much heavier than the wooden or plastic ones and gives better results. I love it!
Thanks Dianne, I’ll check that out.
Connie , glad you sent to our cool weather to the heart of Texas, Ithink your Chica—– dog is cute. Thank you for everything( not spelling (” C “)
I love the Chihuahua dog block. I have a daughter and a friend who has these dogs.
Love the idea you are going to make a dog quilt! The cat pattern has been fun to make. Looking forward to seeing all the pups design! Thank you for your posts!
That’s such a cute idea and it turned out so nicely. I’ll bet you get a ton of requests for different dogs! They’d be great to use on a tote too.
Thanks Mary, I’m thinking a tote bag also!
My dear friend has a Chiweenie. LOL
How cute!
Love it! Looking forward to the pattern.
Very cute, Connie!
I’m loving the Chihuahua, can’t wait to see your other dog patterns. Xx
Love your autumn photo.
I will have to look out for a pug one.
Have moved from Christchurch to a little country town of Culverden to be with my son and daughter in law.
Still in the South Island of New Zealand.
Spring has arrived with lovely warm weather.
The main shopping centre is now a hour away and no mail delivered so these are a few of the things to get used to.
It will be fun.
Thanks Val and a pug is on the list. No mail delivered? That would be tough! Enjoy your Spring.
I love it. Do you have a pattern for the little guy? It’s really cute. I lost my little one last year, would love to make one .
Thank you
I’m so sorry to hear you lost your little one Sheila. I will have a pattern soon
I love the chihuahua I have one that is that is white with tan spots including a tan heart on his back that would be cute to do.
That would be adorable Elizabeth!
Very cute! Did you draw the Chihuahua, you are an artist!
Thanks Vicki, I had help from ChatGPT
Good morning!
I saw the subject line in the email and thought you had a new family member!
Such a cute block and looking forward to seeing the rest of your dog blocks.
LOL, I wonder how many thought that. I think having a cat now is enough for Rusty.
Love you ideas!!
Thanks Dawn
Your new dog pattern is sweet. Looking forward to see what others you make!
It’s frosty chilly in Connecticut this morning.
Enjoy
JoAnn
Thanks JoAnn, stay warm!