To make this, you'll need the following: For Version #1: * Ladder Sides - Two (starched) 20" x 1.5" strips of Black or Preferred Color for strips * Various widths of inner ladder strips, at least 5" long, no wider than 2.25" * Various widths of outer strips, 13" and down For Version #2: * Ladder Sides - Two (starched) 20" x 1.5" strips of Black or Preferred Color for strips * Various widths of inner ladder strips, at least 5" long, no wider than 2.25" * One (starched) 10" block that is a solid or tone on tone, cut diagonally as shown in video Use 1/4" seams and a tighter stitch than usual.
I love this ladder Block! I have made it twice. One wonderful scrappy and one beautiful one out of Christmas Fabric. Those that receive these absolutely loved them. Thank you for for the this wonderful tutorial Marie and thanks to Cindy.
You are so welcome! It's funny that you mentioned Christmas Ladder blocks because I was thinking if how nice it would be to make a Christmas throw pillow from this block. Thanks, Glenda! ❤️
Thanks for sharing this block on TH-cam . When I made it, I started it the same way of building the ladder but then I pinned it to a 14” layer of batting and fabric on the diagonal. Next came the varied strips that I stitched down, flipped and pressed each one to fill the sides. I marked the 12.5 square with a pencil and basted that line. Next I trimmed off the edges and pressed it .. ready to put on the embroidery machine for a quilting design. These amazing ladder blocks go together with the quilt as you go joining strips of black fabric.
Very interesting! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I apologize for my late reply, as I have been trying to catch up on so many things. Take care and happy sewing!
You are so welcome. Most of the thanks goes to Cyndy, though. 🥰 When I showed it on one of my What's Up Wednesday videos I had so much response to it and I can see why. It's an absolutely stunning block. I've also done themed blocks with this pattern, like for 4th of July or Easter. I was thinking it would be great to make a quilt out of just themed ladder blocks. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day!
I have fallen in LOVE with this block. I will give it a try very soon. Thank you Marie for asking CINDY if you could share the pattern. HUGE thank you to CINDY!!!
Hi Sherry! I'm so glad that I'm not the only one who is totally in love with this block. The possibilities for it are endless and it's just so pretty. It's easy, not a lot of thought has to go into it and can be made up quickly, especially when working on more than one block at a time. Thank you so much for dropping by to comment and for watching. I really appreciate that! Happy sewing!
Great tutorial! Pressing to one side really helps if you have seams to match, it facilitates nesting for accuracy. I believe pressing to the dark is a long standing tradition, as it helps to avoid shadowing behind light fabrics.
Good morning Marie. I enjoyed watching you make this block! It's beautiful!! Please thank Cindy for me! It was wonderful for her to share the pattern with us. LAK
Well hello, Christine! Yes, I'll certainly let her know that everyone is very thankful. In fact, it might be best to have her read down through the comments, which she may do anyway. I'm so glad you like the block and enjoyed how it's made. It's definitely fun. Take care and have a great day!
So fun :) I came up with a very similar block a few years ago when I was expecting my daughter. I did the ladder part in greens and each corner was all scraps of one of a few colors. The colored corners came together to make red, purple, pink, or yellow “flowers”
There's nothing like scrap quilt, is there? They're my absolute favorite!! Thank you so much for commenting, and it was great to see you on the live stream! Have a great afternoon and happy sewing!
Hello! I hope you had a gentle day! I spent the day with talented ladies and we were all sewing. I just want you to know how much I enjoy your content. I hope you have a creative week ahead! Thank you for sharing your video and your expertise.
You are ever so welcome and I told Cyndy that she really needs to read all the comments, because people are very appreciative of her work. I know. I'm so glad that you found it helpful. Thank you, as always, for dropping by to comment after watching. Enjoy the rest of your day!
Hello again, Gisela! It was so good to see you on the live stream today, thank you for that! I'm glad you liked the block tutorial. I have been very excited about bringing that to you all. Cyndy was very gracious to share it with us and my utmost of thanks to her. Enjoy your day!
I appreciate your tip about pressing seams open .. especially when I will be hand quilting! I will also remember to starch and use my clapper. Thank you! 🧵
I'm ever so happy that you found this video helpful! I made it when I was still fairly new to TH-cam, as I've only been at it for not quite 1.5 years. Anyway, I appreciate you for your comment and for letting me know that you found it helpful. I love pressing things neatly and the clapper is such a help to get crisp seams!
Thank you, Janis! This has always been one of my most favorite blocks and Cyndy was gracious enough to share it with all of us. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment, I really appreciate that! I hope you have a great week and happy sewing!
Hello Annette! Yes, Cyndy was great to share it with us. Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment. I’m so glad you liked the block, it’s one of my favorites!
Hi Shelley! I'm so glad that you love it, too. It has been one of my favorites since I first saw it. Cyndy has been very gracious to share it with us all and I am so thankful to her for that period
Hi Steve! I was so happy to be able to present it to everyone. I knew there were a lot of people who wanted to try this block. It works up so quickly and it is just so nice! It's always nice when you drop by to comment, thank you for that! I hope you enjoy your Sunday afternoon!
Hi Trinette! I am excited for everyone that can make them now!! I felt like I was holding in a secret before I could show everyone, haha.. I'm so glad that you liked it. Thank you for watching and for dropping by to comment. It was great to see you on the live stream, too!
Love this block!!! So easy and so great to use up those scraps!!! I’m always wondering how to cut up my scraps…strips, blocks or just leave as is…guess I over think it! A huge thank you to Cindy for allowing you to use her pattern and this video on her quilt group!!! Hooray to both of you!!!
Highly summary! Yes, it is an easy and very quick way to use up scraps. It makes such a colorful block that could be made into a pillow or a tote bag or even just a regular quilt.
Thanks for the block pattern Cindy! Thanks to you Marie for your tips on lining things up so the finished blocks will match. 🎉 Your color choices are amazing.
Loved the tutorial for a ladder block. Thank you and Cindy for the pattern . Will make one after I get home from a visit with my son/family and my sis in law. Hoping to get to a couple of fabric stores. One for sure as I have to get some more vinyl to finish renewing seats in our boat. Gonna go see if I can find your live broadcast from today. Happy sewing everyone.
Hello Maxine! Visiting with family is always nice and it sounds like you're having a great time. Wow, refinishing boat seats.. is that stuff hard to work with? Also, there ended up being 2 live streams because I lost Wi-Fi after the first 15 minutes on the first one. So then there is a longer one. Sorry for the confusion. Take care and have a great week!
Beautiful Marie , you do beautiful work! Can't wait to see your quilt when its done. We Love You Marie ❤ Thank you Cindy The Ladder Block Idea Is Awesome!!
When I first found this last year, I made a potholder with solid colors on each side of the ladder, and a pillow top with random strips on each side. I love them both. My hubby (who does 99% of the cooking at our house) was reluctant to use the potholder because he said it was too pretty. Well, now it's WELL used, but still pretty (lol). And the pillow is on my bed still loved so much. I love all the things I find on your channel!!
It's tough to use pretty and new things... I know! Lol 😃 Thank you so much for such a sweet and thoughtful comment. I'm glad you like my channel and tutorials, and i'm only too happy to help you come up with new things to sew. Have a great day!
Hi Debra! Yes, it is such a lovely use of scraps and a bit different than the normal way to use them in a quilt block. I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you for stopping by to comment!
Good morning to you! I've been wondering how you were doing. What have you been up to? I'm so glad you dropped by to watch and comment, it's always good to hear from you. Enjoy your Sunday and take care!
Hi Marie! Once you try it, you'll be totally addicted. Consider yourself warned, hahah! Thank you to Cyndy for allowing me to share this wonderful block with so many people. There have been a lot of people waiting for this. Happy sewing, Marie!
Hi Kathy! I'm so glad that you liked the video and enjoyed the content I provided. I was so excited to bring it to everyone because I knew this block was one that people were really interested in. Cyndy is an awesome lady! Thank you so much for dropping by and letting us know how much you liked it.
@@MariesScrappyCreations I have a question, though, if you don’t mind. Could we not make a 10” out of strips and cut it on the diagonal to attach to each side? Or does it have something to do with the direction of the stripes when cut?
@@kathyyarbrough303 🥰👏 That should work just as well, I can't see any reason why not. I was just trying to go by the pattern that was in front of me. as I knew I was making it not only for the channel, but for a group of quilters that I'm a part of. But that is an excellent idea, thank you, Kathy!
Hi Adam! Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment, I really appreciate it. Yeah, this is one of my favorite blocks and that's is saying something coming from someone who lives and breathes scrap blocks and scrappy anything. Lol.
Yay for Cindy!! I have so many strips that just miss the 1-1/2", 2" or 2-1/2" mark. I didn't know if I should trim them down to a narrower strip or what. I decided to save them for a strip quilt one day. This looks like the perfect block for me! Thanks so much for sharing!
Hi Terri! I agree, I think the ladder blocks are a perfect scrap block. I think the black, or whatever fabric one chooses, really helps set the scraps apart.
Hi! I'm so glad you like this block. I got it from my friend Cyndy because I was in a quilt block swap group and this was one of the blocks that was swapped. She had seen it on pinterest but couldn't find a pattern so she made up her own and here we are. I love this block, too!
Hi Marie, 🎉🎉🎉 yay loved the tutorial. I think you're right - it would be the perfect block for a kids I-spy blanket 🔍 Great point about marking half way on the ladder so the black strips match up. Also loved your kitty pins in your pincushion - they are so cute! Not sure I'll still be up in 4 hours to catch your live, but if I dont, will watch it tomorrow. Thank you Cyndy for sharing this lovely block pattern ♡ very much appreciated 💖
I understand, NanniBee 🥰. All these different time zones get crazy. Each time I do a live stream, I'm going to do it at a different time, so that I can include different subscribers. I feel that way it will make it more fair. I am still going to do a QAYG version of this block, but I just didn't want to be overwhelmed yesterday, so I kept the video shorter. Yes, those pins are absolutely adorable. I love them! Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment as always! Take care and have a great day
Good morning, Marie! So good to see you on this rainy Sunday in Oregon. You always bring me sunshine! This is a pretty block and I’m so grateful to Cindy for sharing this with us. I have managed to collect numerous packages of jelly roll strips and I’m always looking for new ways to use them. I think this would be fun to incorporate some of those with this block. I agree using strips of varying widths makes it more interesting, so I can easily mix up other widths with them. Thanks for another fun video!
Hello there, Nancy! So we're not the only ones with rain today, huh? It's actually only 60ﾟ today and I think most of the day it was in the fifties. It rained so hard during the live stream that rain was coming in onto my cutting table, yikes! Thank you so much for watching the video as well as attending my live stream, you rock! Hope things are going well for you I think of you often. Take care, my friend!
Hi Marie! I was referred to you by a friend because she knows I like scrappy although one of these Ladder Blook videos did show up down the right side on my computer as a suggested video! I just LOVE it! 💗Thanks to you & Cyndy for sharing the dimensions, etc.
Hello Marla and welcome to my channel! I'm so glad your friend referred you and that it showed up as a suggested video for you. The ladder block is, hands down, one of my most favorite scrappy blocks. There are just so many things to like about it. I'm so glad that you watched my video and stopped by to comment, thank you for that! I put out a video on Wednesdays and then a tutorial on Sundays. Sometimes I pop in with a chat or a live stream in between . I look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
I asked another quilter On Point Tv about if you could always quilt open seams and she said in time the seams can come apart. I thought the pieces looked so much neater pressed open. Thank you so much for doing tis video. Cindy is a great word. I love this. So kind of Cindy to share the pattern.
Good morning Donna! Well, that does make a lot of sense. Thank you for sharing that! I guess the way I think about it is this, if we quilted all really well through all the layers it shouldn't really shift too much, but I guess it depends on what we're doing with the final product. Thanks you so much for watching and for always commenting. Take care and have a great week Donna!
@@donnarichey144 Haha, that sounds like the story of MY life, Donna. Every time I should be doing one thing, I'm usually watching videos or listening to an audio book. Lol!!
It is a beauty, isn't it, Beverly? I'm glad you liked it, as well. I would love to see any of your finished blocks on the Facebook group. Have a great day and as always, I appreciate you watching and commenting. Take care!
If you plan to stitch in the ditch, you press to one side so that your thread goes through fabric. Otherwise it’s just going through thread and not very strong, as long as you stay in the ditch, lol.
Hi Lora! Isn’t it a beautiful block? I will certainly let her know that you send along your thanks to Cyndy. I am so glad you enjoyed it and thank you for dropping by to comment. Happy sewing!
That's a great idea, Doris! I have thought of so many different ways one could make them. I thought maybe a quilt with themed blocks like a 4th of July, a Christmas, an Easter, etc.
I don't know where I saw this block either; but, I have made four of them. I made paper foundations. Then I sewed scrap strings to an adding machine tape that I cut long enough to fill most of the center. I chain pieced (and finger pressed) four paper tapes (and I pressed, lightly starched, and pressed again; before I trimmed and removed the paper tap). I then centered the fabric scrap strip across the paper foundation. Then I pined and sewed on the black strips to each side. I finger pressed before I added more strips (until the paper foundation was covered). I sprayed the fabric lightly with starch and pressed the block flat. Then I squared the block to 12 1/2 inches. I did make two of these blocks at a time, I will remove the paper foundation papers before I sew them into a project. It took me the biggest part of a day to make the paper foundations, gather the scraps, sew, press and finish only four blocks. Your method looks much easier and quicker than mine. However, my method made all the seams line up; but, I will have to flip most of the seams on two of my blocks (to make most of the seams nest before I sew them together). Yes! This is a beautiful block no matter which way you build them.
Hi! Very interesting! Thank you so much for your detailed explanation of your ladder block! There are always many ways to do the same thing and this is yet another (beautiful) example!
Hi Lesa! , I agree. Cyndy is definitely the woman of the hour. I scoured the Internet looking for this pattern but it was nowhere to be found and she was so gracious to share it with us all. Thank you for watching and dropping by to comment. Happy sewing!
Thank you Cindy and Marie for Thu block tutorial. I really like this block! I'm also very glad that you were able to get in your sewing room and sew. It always helps me find my center. I've been sick the past 4 or 5 days and I haven't even been able to go to my sewing room. I'm really missing it, but I'm improving and will have to be patient. :) I'm pretty sure I'll be making these blocks. It looks like so much fun!
Hi there Amanda! I'm sorry you've been sick, that really stinks. I know you miss your sewing room, but it sounds like you need your rest right now. You'll get there soon and make up for lost time... feel better soon!
@@MariesScrappyCreations See you're such a sweetie. Thank you. I'm being a good girl and resting, but I'm raring to go. Lol! This week I will be creating, somehow. :)
I Love that you picked Cindy as the creative word of the day, even though I just watched this (11/17/2022). She is so awesome. But also, I have an awesome daughter named Cindy! Thank you for all you do. And Thank You Cindy Clemons!
Hi Janet! Oh, that was very sweet. I'm so glad that you like this and I told Cyndy she needed to read all the comments because everybody is really enjoying her block. Thank you so much for watching and for dropping by to comment! Happy sewing, Janet!
I’ve just found your ladder video... Thankyou so much for sharing... Absolutely brilliant... I really like both versions & it appears to be fairly easy... This is a must do & I look forward to sewing it .... I’m going to try & do it as a QAYG ... 💖
Thank you for sharing. I love your block I have wanted to do a scrappy quilt . But didn’t like any of the quilts I had seen before. God bless you and your family have a blessed week. Also I’m new to your channel awesome job.
Hi, I came across this video yesterday and was inspired to make the ladder block. I ended up making a table runner from left over fabric. I normally do not like the scrappy look, but, this block somehow caught my interest and inspired me to try a scrappy design. I love it, I can’t believe how much I enjoyed making it and how eye pleasing it is. Thank you! I would like to post it here but don’t know how. Take care.
That is awesome! You made me smile! I've always adored scraps and the scrappy look (there were a few exceptions, ha ha). I'm SO happy that you were pleased with this!!!
We love to hear scraps, haha! Scraps are my ultimate favorite thing. I'm so glad you found me and that you're enjoying the videos. Take care and happy sewing. I will go check and see if you got into the group. Ok, I don't see you as a member, but then again, I only have your first name so I can't be 100% sure. Maybe you can try to join again?
You’re so welcome, Irene. I do hope you give this block a try. It’s very fun and it looks so pretty all done up. Have a wonderful week and happy sewing!
I really enjoyed watching this video and now i know what to do with my scraps which are mounting up. Using the black strips is what makes this block so eye catching. Thanks so much and also Cindy for you time and generosity in sharing. 🌻 From South Africa
Two years ago I decided to make a quilt out of my scraps from making masks. I designed it myself and it looks very similar to this block. The quilt turned out adorable and is one of my favorites still. This also got me addicted to quilting. So much color and fun!!
I tried your block with plain white cotton as a foundation. I drew the 5" mark on both sides, put the ladder strips on, turned it over and stitched the drawn line on the backside. That told me where to lay the focus strip on the front. Then trim to the foundation size. Can't seem to post the result but I love it!
To make this, you'll need the following:
For Version #1:
* Ladder Sides - Two (starched) 20" x 1.5" strips of Black or Preferred Color for strips
* Various widths of inner ladder strips, at least 5" long, no wider than 2.25"
* Various widths of outer strips, 13" and down
For Version #2:
* Ladder Sides - Two (starched) 20" x 1.5" strips of Black or Preferred Color for strips
* Various widths of inner ladder strips, at least 5" long, no wider than 2.25"
* One (starched) 10" block that is a solid or tone on tone, cut diagonally as shown in video
Use 1/4" seams and a tighter stitch than usual.
Love this block and that it doesn't need a foundation! Your hands are lovely!
Thank you so much 🙂 you're so sweet!
Love this block. I think I might even use a layer cake for the triangles, still keeping it scrappy. Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome - I'm glad you like it!
I love this ladder Block! I have made it twice. One wonderful scrappy and one beautiful one out of Christmas Fabric. Those that receive these absolutely loved them. Thank you for for the this wonderful tutorial Marie and thanks to Cindy.
You are so welcome! It's funny that you mentioned Christmas Ladder blocks because I was thinking if how nice it would be to make a Christmas throw pillow from this block. Thanks, Glenda! ❤️
Thanks for sharing this block on TH-cam . When I made it, I started it the same way of building the ladder but then I pinned it to a 14” layer of batting and fabric on the diagonal. Next came the varied strips that I stitched down, flipped and pressed each one to fill the sides. I marked the 12.5 square with a pencil and basted that line. Next I trimmed off the edges and pressed it .. ready to put on the embroidery machine for a quilting design. These amazing ladder blocks go together with the quilt as you go joining strips of black fabric.
Very interesting! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I apologize for my late reply, as I have been trying to catch up on so many things. Take care and happy sewing!
What a beautiful block!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!
You are so welcome. Most of the thanks goes to Cyndy, though. 🥰 When I showed it on one of my What's Up Wednesday videos I had so much response to it and I can see why. It's an absolutely stunning block. I've also done themed blocks with this pattern, like for 4th of July or Easter. I was thinking it would be great to make a quilt out of just themed ladder blocks. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great day!
I have fallen in LOVE with this block. I will give it a try very soon. Thank you Marie for asking CINDY if you could share the pattern. HUGE thank you to CINDY!!!
Hi Sherry! I'm so glad that I'm not the only one who is totally in love with this block. The possibilities for it are endless and it's just so pretty. It's easy, not a lot of thought has to go into it and can be made up quickly, especially when working on more than one block at a time. Thank you so much for dropping by to comment and for watching. I really appreciate that! Happy sewing!
Great tutorial! Pressing to one side really helps if you have seams to match, it facilitates nesting for accuracy. I believe pressing to the dark is a long standing tradition, as it helps to avoid shadowing behind light fabrics.
Thanks for the info!
Yes thank you Cindy love the pattern!
Good morning Marie. I enjoyed watching you make this block! It's beautiful!! Please thank Cindy for me! It was wonderful for her to share the pattern with us. LAK
Well hello, Christine! Yes, I'll certainly let her know that everyone is very thankful. In fact, it might be best to have her read down through the comments, which she may do anyway. I'm so glad you like the block and enjoyed how it's made. It's definitely fun. Take care and have a great day!
So fun :) I came up with a very similar block a few years ago when I was expecting my daughter. I did the ladder part in greens and each corner was all scraps of one of a few colors. The colored corners came together to make red, purple, pink, or yellow “flowers”
How interesting! Thank you so much for sharing that with me! It's definitely a fun block!
I love this! I need to get back to scrap quilts.
There's nothing like scrap quilt, is there? They're my absolute favorite!! Thank you so much for commenting, and it was great to see you on the live stream! Have a great afternoon and happy sewing!
And thank you Marie for showing us!
Hello! I hope you had a gentle day! I spent the day with talented ladies and we were all sewing. I just want you to know how much I enjoy your content. I hope you have a creative week ahead! Thank you for sharing your video and your expertise.
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Sounds like you have a great day. It certainly sounds relaxing and fun. Take care and I'll chat soon!
Thank you Cindy! Appreciate the instructions to square block and matching side seams. Thank you Marie
You are ever so welcome and I told Cyndy that she really needs to read all the comments, because people are very appreciative of her work. I know. I'm so glad that you found it helpful. Thank you, as always, for dropping by to comment after watching. Enjoy the rest of your day!
What a gorgeous block! Cindy, thank you for sharing the pattern And Marie, you did a wonderful job with the tutorial! Can’t thank you enough!😊
We're glad you like it, it IS a beautiful block.
I love your channel. I've been sewing blocks all day and watching/rewatching your tutorials.
Very nice block tutorial and say thanks to Cindy ♥️👍🏻greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪
Hello again, Gisela! It was so good to see you on the live stream today, thank you for that! I'm glad you liked the block tutorial. I have been very excited about bringing that to you all. Cyndy was very gracious to share it with us and my utmost of thanks to her. Enjoy your day!
I love this block and will be making some. Thank you, Marie.
You are so welcome!
Just in time! I’m really needing to get through my scraps! Love your teaching
Aww, I’m so glad you liked this! Have fun!
I appreciate your tip about pressing seams open .. especially when I will be hand quilting! I will also remember to starch and use my clapper. Thank you! 🧵
I'm ever so happy that you found this video helpful! I made it when I was still fairly new to TH-cam, as I've only been at it for not quite 1.5 years. Anyway, I appreciate you for your comment and for letting me know that you found it helpful. I love pressing things neatly and the clapper is such a help to get crisp seams!
Thank you for this tutorial Marie and to Cindy. Great looking blocks. 😊
Thank you, Janis! This has always been one of my most favorite blocks and Cyndy was gracious enough to share it with all of us. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment, I really appreciate that! I hope you have a great week and happy sewing!
Love the block great way to make a beautiful quilt. That you Cyndy so much for the pattern.
Thanks, Jean! Yes, I agree that this is a great block! Cyndy has been awesome about letting us use it!
I’m in the midst of making a king size quilt for our bed out of scraps. Wish I had seen this tutorial before!
Well, you can add it to your “to do” list for your next quilt, ha ha. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment!
My first time watching your TH-cam videos. I love the ladder block. ❤
Thank you Cindy for sharing your awesome idea. I love this block! Thank you Marie for making the instructions so clear.
Hello Annette! Yes, Cyndy was great to share it with us. Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment. I’m so glad you liked the block, it’s one of my favorites!
I love that block Marie ! Thanks to Cindy for writing the pattern 💕
Hi Shelley! I'm so glad that you love it, too. It has been one of my favorites since I first saw it. Cyndy has been very gracious to share it with us all and I am so thankful to her for that period
Thank you Marie for taking the time for teaching us Darcus Parker
You are so welcome! I'm glad you liked this block!
I am excited to try this block. Thank you to you and Cyndy for sharing.
Hi Steve! I was so happy to be able to present it to everyone. I knew there were a lot of people who wanted to try this block. It works up so quickly and it is just so nice! It's always nice when you drop by to comment, thank you for that! I hope you enjoy your Sunday afternoon!
This is awesome! Thank you Marie and Cindy! Can't wait to make some of these! ❤️
Hi Trinette! I am excited for everyone that can make them now!! I felt like I was holding in a secret before I could show everyone, haha.. I'm so glad that you liked it. Thank you for watching and for dropping by to comment. It was great to see you on the live stream, too!
@@MariesScrappyCreations❤This is great, Thanks
@@marilyn4034 you’re more than welcome, Marilyn. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
JUST FOUND YOUR CHANNEL, AND i LOVE THIS BLOCK. i CAN'T WAIT TO TRY IT. tHANK YOU TO cINDY
Hello and welcome to my channel! We're glad you enjoyed the block!
TY Cindy and Marie. Looking forward to making this block.
Enjoy!!!
Newbie here - first I’d like to say it’s so wonderful she shared her pattern! And thank you for sharing with us. Can’t wait to try this out ❤
Hi Patricia and welcome! I'm so glad that you loved the pattern and yes, it was wonderful of her to share it with us all.
Thank you Cindy. Love the block
Thanks, Carol! I appreciate you watching and dropping by to comment. Happy sewing!
Love this block!!! So easy and so great to use up those scraps!!! I’m always wondering how to cut up my scraps…strips, blocks or just leave as is…guess I over think it! A huge thank you to Cindy for allowing you to use her pattern and this video on her quilt group!!! Hooray to both of you!!!
Highly summary! Yes, it is an easy and very quick way to use up scraps. It makes such a colorful block that could be made into a pillow or a tote bag or even just a regular quilt.
Another Newbie here. Thanks for the tutorial and step-by-step tips and tricks. I learned a lot!
Glad it was helpful! Welcome to my channel!
Thanks for the block pattern Cindy! Thanks to you Marie for your tips on lining things up so the finished blocks will match. 🎉 Your color choices are amazing.
You are so welcome! Cyndy is the best! We’re glad you enjoy it!
This is a great block. Definitely going to start one right away.
Awesome! I’m so glad you liked it!
Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge. I have made this block before and couldn't get my black strips to line up. Now I know!
I'm so glad to read your comment! Getting those to line up is crucial, so I'm happy I was helpful to you. Happy sewing!
Loved the tutorial for a ladder block. Thank you and Cindy for the pattern . Will make one after I get home from a visit with my son/family and my sis in law. Hoping to get to a couple of fabric stores. One for sure as I have to get some more vinyl to finish renewing seats in our boat. Gonna go see if I can find your live broadcast from today. Happy sewing everyone.
Hello Maxine! Visiting with family is always nice and it sounds like you're having a great time. Wow, refinishing boat seats.. is that stuff hard to work with? Also, there ended up being 2 live streams because I lost Wi-Fi after the first 15 minutes on the first one. So then there is a longer one. Sorry for the confusion. Take care and have a great week!
Love this block. Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome, but I thank you for watching and then taking the time to write a comment. Take care and happy sewing!
Beautiful Marie , you do beautiful work! Can't wait to see your quilt when its done. We Love You Marie ❤ Thank you Cindy The Ladder Block Idea Is Awesome!!
Good morning, Cathy! Thank you so much! I'll have you sewing before you know it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
When I first found this last year, I made a potholder with solid colors on each side of the ladder, and a pillow top with random strips on each side. I love them both. My hubby (who does 99% of the cooking at our house) was reluctant to use the potholder because he said it was too pretty. Well, now it's WELL used, but still pretty (lol). And the pillow is on my bed still loved so much. I love all the things I find on your channel!!
It's tough to use pretty and new things... I know! Lol 😃 Thank you so much for such a sweet and thoughtful comment. I'm glad you like my channel and tutorials, and i'm only too happy to help you come up with new things to sew. Have a great day!
I’ve made this scrappy in 10 inch love it , thanks for video
Wonderful! You're very welcome 💞
Love, Love, Love your Scrappy Ladder Block
Thank you, it is very popular! I’m so glad you liked it. Thank you for taking the time to comment. Have a wonderful weekend!
I thoroughly enjoy the tutorials you and Cyndi have come up with. I will enjoy making these I think.
Glad you like them! Hope things are going well. Happy sewing!
Omg this is awesome. Love this new way for me to use my scraps. Great video!
Hi Debra! Yes, it is such a lovely use of scraps and a bit different than the normal way to use them in a quilt block. I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you for stopping by to comment!
Good morning! Thanks for posting.
Good morning to you! I've been wondering how you were doing. What have you been up to? I'm so glad you dropped by to watch and comment, it's always good to hear from you. Enjoy your Sunday and take care!
I LOVE using scraps & LOVE scrap Quilts
Me too- they're delightful!
Yes so right ! From OKEECHOBEE Florida
Thank you Marie for a great tutorial! Thank you Cyndy for letting Marie share this. I may have to try this scrappy block too! Love scrappy!
Hi Marie! Once you try it, you'll be totally addicted. Consider yourself warned, hahah! Thank you to Cyndy for allowing me to share this wonderful block with so many people. There have been a lot of people waiting for this. Happy sewing, Marie!
Love this block! Great instructions!
Thanks so much!
Love that block Candy. Tks for sharing.
It is a beautiful block, isn't it?
Sure is
I've made 3 of these wonderful quilts! Love them! And yes! I Spy Baby Quilt!
Awesome! It's a wonderful block
Thank you, CINDY and Marie, for this wonderful pattern and tutorial. This has been a great session!
Hi Kathy! I'm so glad that you liked the video and enjoyed the content I provided. I was so excited to bring it to everyone because I knew this block was one that people were really interested in. Cyndy is an awesome lady! Thank you so much for dropping by and letting us know how much you liked it.
@@MariesScrappyCreations I have a question, though, if you don’t mind. Could we not make a 10” out of strips and cut it on the diagonal to attach to each side? Or does it have something to do with the direction of the stripes when cut?
@@kathyyarbrough303 🥰👏 That should work just as well, I can't see any reason why not. I was just trying to go by the pattern that was in front of me. as I knew I was making it not only for the channel, but for a group of quilters that I'm a part of. But that is an excellent idea, thank you, Kathy!
Absolutely love this block Marie, Thankyou for sharing this and Thankyou to the lady from the Facebook group too! Fabulous ☺️
Hi Adam! Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment, I really appreciate it. Yeah, this is one of my favorite blocks and that's is saying something coming from someone who lives and breathes scrap blocks and scrappy anything. Lol.
Yay for Cindy!! I have so many strips that just miss the 1-1/2", 2" or 2-1/2" mark. I didn't know if I should trim them down to a narrower strip or what. I decided to save them for a strip quilt one day. This looks like the perfect block for me! Thanks so much for sharing!
Hi Terri! I agree, I think the ladder blocks are a perfect scrap block. I think the black, or whatever fabric one chooses, really helps set the scraps apart.
I really like this block!!! You have made me think of my cousin named Cindy!! Family and quilts go hand in hand!!
Hi Tammy! Yes, families and quilts share an important link, don’t they? Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to comment!
Beautiful block. Thanks Cindy for allowing Marie to share with us. I’m new to quilting and this is a block I will definitely try soon.
Hi Jammie! I'm so glad that you liked it and found the video helpful. Cyndy is a gem!
Это супер блок.Я только закончила свое одеяло такими блоками.Мой любимый блок!
Love the block Marie, thank you Cindy for the pattern!
Hi Lucila! Yes, I am very grateful to Cyndy for sharing the pattern with all of us and I'm happy that she allowed me to bring it to all of you.
I love this block! Can’t wait to try it. I cut all leftover fabric into 1.5” strips so looking forward to make this!
Hi! I'm so glad you like this block. I got it from my friend Cyndy because I was in a quilt block swap group and this was one of the blocks that was swapped. She had seen it on pinterest but couldn't find a pattern so she made up her own and here we are. I love this block, too!
Love the Block can't wait to start sew
I'm glad you like it and I wish you Happy Sewing!
Thank you for the easy directions on how to make this quilt block. I like the scrappiness of it, and also like the solid color corners.
I know exactly what you mean, I just love the scrappiness of this block!
Another great tutorial Marie, so colourful, and many thanks to Cindy (or Cyndy ) for sharing .the pattern.
Thank you so much, Sue! Yes, it was wonderful of her to share it with us all. Is all. Have a great day!
Hi Marie, 🎉🎉🎉 yay loved the tutorial. I think you're right - it would be the perfect block for a kids I-spy blanket 🔍 Great point about marking half way on the ladder so the black strips match up. Also loved your kitty pins in your pincushion - they are so cute! Not sure I'll still be up in 4 hours to catch your live, but if I dont, will watch it tomorrow.
Thank you Cyndy for sharing this lovely block pattern ♡ very much appreciated 💖
I understand, NanniBee 🥰. All these different time zones get crazy. Each time I do a live stream, I'm going to do it at a different time, so that I can include different subscribers. I feel that way it will make it more fair. I am still going to do a QAYG version of this block, but I just didn't want to be overwhelmed yesterday, so I kept the video shorter.
Yes, those pins are absolutely adorable. I love them! Thank you so much for watching and dropping by to comment as always! Take care and have a great day
Good morning, Marie! So good to see you on this rainy Sunday in Oregon. You always bring me sunshine! This is a pretty block and I’m so grateful to Cindy for sharing this with us. I have managed to collect numerous packages of jelly roll strips and I’m always looking for new ways to use them. I think this would be fun to incorporate some of those with this block. I agree using strips of varying widths makes it more interesting, so I can easily mix up other widths with them. Thanks for another fun video!
Hello there, Nancy! So we're not the only ones with rain today, huh? It's actually only 60ﾟ today and I think most of the day it was in the fifties. It rained so hard during the live stream that rain was coming in onto my cutting table, yikes! Thank you so much for watching the video as well as attending my live stream, you rock! Hope things are going well for you I think of you often. Take care, my friend!
Hi Marie! I was referred to you by a friend because she knows I like scrappy although one of these Ladder Blook videos did show up down the right side on my computer as a suggested video! I just LOVE it! 💗Thanks to you & Cyndy for sharing the dimensions, etc.
Hello Marla and welcome to my channel! I'm so glad your friend referred you and that it showed up as a suggested video for you. The ladder block is, hands down, one of my most favorite scrappy blocks. There are just so many things to like about it. I'm so glad that you watched my video and stopped by to comment, thank you for that! I put out a video on Wednesdays and then a tutorial on Sundays. Sometimes I pop in with a chat or a live stream in between . I look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
I asked another quilter On Point Tv about if you could always quilt open seams and she said in time the seams can come apart. I thought the pieces looked so much neater pressed open. Thank you so much for doing tis video. Cindy is a great word. I love this. So kind of Cindy to share the pattern.
Good morning Donna! Well, that does make a lot of sense. Thank you for sharing that! I guess the way I think about it is this, if we quilted all really well through all the layers it shouldn't really shift too much, but I guess it depends on what we're doing with the final product. Thanks you so much for watching and for always commenting. Take care and have a great week Donna!
@@MariesScrappyCreations I am glad you are back, I missed watching you. I watch many videos, I should be cleaning. LOL Hugs for you
@@donnarichey144 Haha, that sounds like the story of MY life, Donna. Every time I should be doing one thing, I'm usually watching videos or listening to an audio book. Lol!!
Good morning Marie. This block will be added to my to do list.
It is a beauty, isn't it, Beverly? I'm glad you liked it, as well. I would love to see any of your finished blocks on the Facebook group. Have a great day and as always, I appreciate you watching and commenting. Take care!
If you plan to stitch in the ditch, you press to one side so that your thread goes through fabric. Otherwise it’s just going through thread and not very strong, as long as you stay in the ditch, lol.
That makes sense! Thanks!
When pressing open and planning to SITD as long as 1.5 stitch length is used, it's all good 😉😊
@@ceciliaschleicher278 thank you so much for your comment. I hadn’t thought about it in that way.
Grateful to Cyndi for sharing!
Indeed. She's the woman of the hour !!!
I absolutely love this block and your tutorial! Thanks Cindy for sharing!!
Hi Lora! Isn’t it a beautiful block? I will certainly let her know that you send along your thanks to Cyndy. I am so glad you enjoyed it and thank you for dropping by to comment. Happy sewing!
Good morning. What a fun block. I can't wait to sew them. I might make them smaller and turn them into a tote. Thank you Marie and Cindy.
That's a great idea, Doris! I have thought of so many different ways one could make them. I thought maybe a quilt with themed blocks like a 4th of July, a Christmas, an Easter, etc.
@@MariesScrappyCreations the possibilities are endless
I don't know where I saw this block either; but, I have made four of them. I made paper foundations. Then I sewed scrap strings to an adding machine tape that I cut long enough to fill most of the center. I chain pieced (and finger pressed) four paper tapes (and I pressed, lightly starched, and pressed again; before I trimmed and removed the paper tap). I then centered the fabric scrap strip across the paper foundation. Then I pined and sewed on the black strips to each side. I finger pressed before I added more strips (until the paper foundation was covered). I sprayed the fabric lightly with starch and pressed the block flat. Then I squared the block to 12 1/2 inches. I did make two of these blocks at a time, I will remove the paper foundation papers before I sew them into a project. It took me the biggest part of a day to make the paper foundations, gather the scraps, sew, press and finish only four blocks. Your method looks much easier and quicker than mine. However, my method made all the seams line up; but, I will have to flip most of the seams on two of my blocks (to make most of the seams nest before I sew them together). Yes! This is a beautiful block no matter which way you build them.
Hi! Very interesting! Thank you so much for your detailed explanation of your ladder block! There are always many ways to do the same thing and this is yet another (beautiful) example!
I’ve designed this block myself quite a few years ago, lol. A very easy block to make. I used animal prints for a baby quilt. Love this design.
It’s a very useful block, that’s for sure!
An awesome block & hooray for Cindy! An I Spy baby quilt is a great idea for this!!!
Hi Lesa! , I agree. Cyndy is definitely the woman of the hour. I scoured the Internet looking for this pattern but it was nowhere to be found and she was so gracious to share it with us all. Thank you for watching and dropping by to comment. Happy sewing!
Thank you Cindy and Marie for Thu block tutorial. I really like this block! I'm also very glad that you were able to get in your sewing room and sew. It always helps me find my center. I've been sick the past 4 or 5 days and I haven't even been able to go to my sewing room. I'm really missing it, but I'm improving and will have to be patient. :) I'm pretty sure I'll be making these blocks. It looks like so much fun!
Hi there Amanda! I'm sorry you've been sick, that really stinks. I know you miss your sewing room, but it sounds like you need your rest right now. You'll get there soon and make up for lost time... feel better soon!
@@MariesScrappyCreations See you're such a sweetie. Thank you. I'm being a good girl and resting, but I'm raring to go. Lol! This week I will be creating, somehow. :)
I Love that you picked Cindy as the creative word of the day, even though I just watched this (11/17/2022). She is so awesome. But also, I have an awesome daughter named Cindy! Thank you for all you do. And Thank You Cindy Clemons!
Here's to two awesome Cindy's!!!!
I'm new and absolutely love this block thank Cindy for putting the pattern together.
Welcome!!! I am always saying, this is one of my most favorite quilt blocks ever!! I'm so glad you love it, too!!!
Tell Cindy thank you. It’s a beautiful quilt block
Hi Sylvia! You're very welcome and I'll be sure to pass along your thanks to Cindy.
Love your tutorial - thank you so much I am going to attempt one for the first time!
Have fun! I'm so glad you liked the video tutorial. Thank you for watching and for leaving me a comment! Happy sewing!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. It is so beautiful. Cindy, thank you, it's a winner. Marie you are an inspiration to me. Thanks again 💕
Hi Janet! Oh, that was very sweet. I'm so glad that you like this and I told Cyndy she needed to read all the comments because everybody is really enjoying her block. Thank you so much for watching and for dropping by to comment! Happy sewing, Janet!
Love this! Thank you for sharing; and thank you Cindy!!
You are so welcome!
I’m definitely going to make this square. Thank you for your videos.
Janice, I'm so glad you enjoyed this video! Thank you for watching and also for taking the time to comment. Take care and happy sewing!
I’ve just found your ladder video... Thankyou so much for sharing... Absolutely brilliant... I really like both versions & it appears to be fairly easy... This is a must do & I look forward to sewing it .... I’m going to try & do it as a QAYG ... 💖
Thanks so much! 😊. Yes, it’s a really straight forward scrap buster that I love to sew! I hope you enjoy!
Thank you for sharing. I love your block I have wanted to do a scrappy quilt . But didn’t like any of the quilts I had seen before. God bless you and your family have a blessed week. Also I’m new to your channel awesome job.
I'm so glad that you found me and that you enjoy this block. I love it, too! Thank you for subscribing and following me! Take care and happy sewing!
Love this block. Thank you so much. ❤❤
You're welcome 😊
I love this and hope to try it in the next week or so. Want to make one for each of NY grandchildren. ❤
Fabulous! Have fun sewing ✂️🪡🧵
Hi, I came across this video yesterday and was inspired to make the ladder block. I ended up making a table runner from left over fabric. I normally do not like the scrappy look, but, this block somehow caught my interest and inspired me to try a scrappy design. I love it, I can’t believe how much I enjoyed making it and how eye pleasing it is. Thank you! I would like to post it here but don’t know how. Take care.
That is awesome! You made me smile! I've always adored scraps and the scrappy look (there were a few exceptions, ha ha). I'm SO happy that you were pleased with this!!!
Thanks Cindy ! And Thank you Marie ! I’m new here it’s he first time I have watched you I really liked it and I have buckets of scraps .
I m trying to join your group and I didn’t get all the questions answered when I hit the wrong button.
We love to hear scraps, haha! Scraps are my ultimate favorite thing. I'm so glad you found me and that you're enjoying the videos. Take care and happy sewing. I will go check and see if you got into the group. Ok, I don't see you as a member, but then again, I only have your first name so I can't be 100% sure. Maybe you can try to join again?
I love this block, I am in the process of making several ❤❤❤
Yay! Have fun!
Love love love this. I am going to try this.
Please do! Have fun!
Thanks Marie. I’ve always wanted to try this block as I have a Mount Scrapmore! This is inspiring me to give it a go.
You’re so welcome, Irene. I do hope you give this block a try. It’s very fun and it looks so pretty all done up. Have a wonderful week and happy sewing!
I love sewing my scraps into blocks. Yay for Cindy and yay for Marie. So pleased to have found this video.
And we are so happy that you like it. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Have fun, making your blocks!
I really enjoyed watching this video and now i know what to do with my scraps which are mounting up. Using the black strips is what makes this block so eye catching. Thanks so much and also Cindy for you time and generosity in sharing. 🌻 From South Africa
Yes, the black really sets the colorful scraps apart. So glad you like it!
I love that block! So pretty💖😊💜💙💚💛🧡❤️
It is gorgeous, isn't it? Thank you so much Linda! I love this block, too!
@@MariesScrappyCreations your welcome😊
Two years ago I decided to make a quilt out of my scraps from making masks. I designed it myself and it looks very similar to this block. The quilt turned out adorable and is one of my favorites still. This also got me addicted to quilting. So much color and fun!!
Aww, I loved reading this. Thanks for sharing that story with me!
I would love to see a picture of your quilt!!!?
That block is gorgeous!
Thank you! I just adore this block! Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate that!
I tried your block with plain white cotton as a foundation. I drew the 5" mark on both sides, put the ladder strips on, turned it over and stitched the drawn line on the backside. That told me where to lay the focus strip on the front. Then trim to the foundation size. Can't seem to post the result but I love it!
That's awesome, Julie! Thank you so much for telling me about your block and the way that you sewed it!
Thank you for sharing that is an interesting and beautiful block great job Cindy and Maria. I will definitely put this on my list❤❤❤❤❤
You're welcome and I hope you enjoy sewing some - they're so fun!!!!
Good Morning ☕ Marie ❤
Good morning, Cathy! 🥰🌹