2027 Opportunity Quilt

Call for Participation

PATTERN: We will be using the Quilters Cache “Birdhouses” pattern. As a means of assuring that we all work from the same size pattern, printed copies of the pattern will be distributed by Pat Mahoney. Pat is printing these on newsprint paper, easily tearable for removal after block is completed (thank you to Bev Mannes for her very valuable guidance!!) Printed patterns will be available at the April 24 workshop and the May 19 guild meeting.

FABRIC & COLORS: We will be using batiks only, and participants are requested not to use black or any other very dark colors as we will be using a black fabric for the sashing and border when assembling the quilt. It is not necessary to copy the colors shown in the original – we want the quilt to have a “coat of many colors” effect, not a static repetition. Each of the three sub-blocks should have a different background so as to avoid a large spot of one color in the finished quilt.

BLOCK CONSTRUCTION: This pattern can be assembled by paper piecing or using traditional methods. The completed block is made up of 3 smaller blocks. The pattern shows a left top, left bottom, and right layout. This can be altered – left to right and up and down, so long as the completed block is 12.5” and without a border.

BIRDHOUSE HOLES: For visual continuity, all blocks will use the same fabric for the round “holes”. These will be cut from a black fabric (selected by Gini Cawood). The fabric will have a fusible backing. All block makers will need to add the “holes” to the squares they make – iron on and stitch. Target schedule is to have the “holes” ready for distribution at our May meeting.

SCHEDULE: Thirty blocks are needed. Completed blocks are to be delivered to Pat Mahoney not later than our September 2026 guild meeting to allow sufficient time for completion of the assembly, quilting and binding of the quilt for our December 2026 roll-out.

Donations of batik fabrics would be greatly appreciated. These can be scrap pieces, not less than 5” in dimension. Fabric donations can be given to Pat Mahoney to facilitate distribution to block makers. If you do not have batik fabrics in your stash, please coordinate directly with Pat by text message or email.

Any questions or comments – please contact Pat Mahoney directly, by text message to 770-294-2043 or email to patriciafmahoney@gmail.com