April's Block 2025

Happy April, Easter and spring are right around the corner. The days are getting longer and longer, and I look forward to working in the garden again. It's hard not to want to start cleaning up the gardens with the warmer weather. I'm just itching to go to the greenhouses!

 It's hard to believe that my second grand daughter will be a year old! The year sure flew by, and it's been so much fun watching her grow. 

 In case you are just starting the BOM, the fabric requirements are below. Everything is based on a 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" square and this month's pattern can be found on my website for free this month. 

2 yards contrasting color

2 1/2 yards cream background

3/4 yard for the border

1/2-yard binding

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Let me show you how I made this month's block... gather your 2 1/2" squares and following the block layout and sew your squares together using your favorite method making sure to nest your seams so everything lines up nicely. I am encouraging you to use your stash and have fun with it. Just remember the contrast between light and dark. This finished quilt block will measure 12 1/2" x 20 1/2". 

As you can see, I am using more than my dark navy blues from me fabric stash. I'm pushing the limits a little bit. I have a couple more purple squares! Ackkk, purple.... it's so hard or me to use purple.

I like to chain sew when I can. If you prefer to sew row by row, iron, feel free to do that.

April's Block

 Each month's pattern is a free PDF instant download. If you miss a month, the patterns are available for $2.00 on my website and also in my Etsy shop.  

If you don't have a printer, you can purchase a PRINTED copy of the monthly patterns.

HERE

 There's also a Facebook Group, please join and post your progress! It's also fun to see everyone else progress too! Make sure to post your blocks so far! 

 I hope that you have a wonderful day and find some time to stitch. I'm off to make some birthday sugar cookies for a special little girl.

Have a wonderful day,

Cindy, Josephine & Bonaparte

My two little sweethearts