Bible Sampler Quilt Progress – Week 1

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My daily Bible Sampler Quilt routine has been a bright spot in my week. Since my last update on June 18, I’ve finished 8 more blocks. So that’s 8 blocks in 12 days. Not quite the block-a-day pace I originally aimed for, but still great progress!

Some blocks took more time than others, especially Bird’s Nest with all its tiny pieces, and the ones with Y-seams like Basket and Brick Pile. But even the tricky ones are turning out beautifully.

Bible Sample Quilt flat lay of supplies to make the Brick Pile block

Before I start sewing, I take time to measure each piece and write the measurements directly on the foundation paper. I also mark each section with L, M, or D to indicate whether I want a light, medium, or dark fabric there. Then create a quick cutting list. If several pieces are close in size, I simplify by rounding them up to match – so if most are 1 1/4″, but a few are 1 1/2″, I just them all at 1 1/2″. It uses a bit more fabric, but saves a lot of time at the cutting table.

Carol Doak’s videos have been so helpful, I’ve binge-watched them all! If you’re getting into foundation paper piecing, I highly recommend these:

And here’s a look at the blocks I finished this week:

Heavenly Puzzle
Basket
Beggar’s Block
Birds in the Air
Bird’s Nest
Blind Man’s Fancy
Borrow and Lend
Brick Pile

This project is such a special way for me to combine two things I love, faith and quilting, and I’m excited to keep sharing the journey as I go. If you’re working on a Bible Quilt too (or thinking about starting one), I’d love to have you join me!

Sign up for my newsletter to follow along with the Bible Quilt series, and I’ll send you a simple, one-page Bible Quilt Block Tracker to help you keep track of each block as you make progress on your quilt.

I can’t wait to have you quilting along with me!

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