DAONEG P31600 Baltimore Christmas BOM Block of Month Patterns Set - Applique, Finishes 69" x 69" - Christmas Quilt Sewing Pattern

I really, really like this pattern, but it is definitely not for beginners - maybe not even for intermediates. It appears the pattern was originally designed for hand applique since it calls for hand applique needles. I had intended to do the quilt by hand applique anyway, although I know that it has been done by others using the fusing method. With either method, it definitely is not for beginners as each block contains numerous pieces, some rather small, and the instructions do not include the basics for either method. That is perfectly O.K. since it was clearly not intended for beginners. It does give some directions for using a method to place the pattern on the background by first assembling it with glue and then placing the entire design on the background with glue in small areas. I have done hand applique for many years and many people do say I am very good at it. To me it seems that this method would be very awkward when hand appliqueing because of all the small pieces and how they fit together (sometimes under another piece in one area, but over another piece in another area), so I intend to use a more conventional method - tracing the pattern onto the background and then applying the design piece by piece. (The block patterns do give the placing sequence.)I have seen this quilt done up at a local quilt store done by hand applique, and it was very impressive. So, even though there is going to be a lot of work involved, it will definitely all be worth it, and I am really pleased with all the block patterns and border pattern.

I love this designer’s patterns and have eyed this pattern for awhile. Amazon was offering it for a very good price. I will make it someday!

This pattern for the Baltimore Album Christmas was complete as advertised. It includes all 13 blocks with suggestions for colors and types of fabrics and other notions needed.

Just started working on this quilt. It is beautiful and I can't wait to be able to display it. I saw this quilt at a quilt show and wanted to do one. I was so pleased to find it here on Amazon. Love it!

Excellent pattern. Patter pieces and directions well look aid out. Will be a beautiful quilt when completed.

Not for beginners.

my project for next year

Received today and it is a work of art. What a lovely quilting pattern and I can't wait to get started making it. Thank you Amazon for having this pattern for sale!