
Viewers' Dresden Quilt Showcase
Sewing With Nancy viewers and blog readers have been busy at work with the Trace ‘n Create Quilt Templates—Dresden Collection.The Dresden quilt block is so diverse; the combinations seem almost endless. From traditional and historic to contemporary and modern, it is always exciting to see what you, my followers, create!
Without further ado—Viewers’ Dresden Showcase:
Sew Grand Dresden Quilts Inspiration
The first project submitted is from a long arm quilter in Sweden, Diane Ahnstedt. She made the quilt as featured in the Sew Grand Dresden Quilt book, choosing her own color palette. I truly admire Diane’s long-arm quilting skills!
I bought the Sew Grand Dresden Quilt template last summer and quilted this after taking classes last fall. Thanks Nancy, you are inspiring! TV SHOW and BOOK.” ~Diane Ahnstedt
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Dresden Melody Inspiration
Here’s another project from Diane Ahnstedt. She used the project/pattern sheet, Dresden Melody, to create a dynamic table runner. The multi-size Dresdens twist and turn through the project to add movement to this contemporary block design. I made up another Dresden for the local store with their fabric. I’ve always loved Dresden quilting. I made this table runner! ~Diane Ahnstedt
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Modern Quilt Guild Challenge
The Dresden block is generally regarded as a traditional quilt block; however, see what our next viewer created. Diane Heimel worked with the Trace ‘n Create Quilt Templates—Dresden Collection and multi-size Dresdens to create a challenge quilt for her Modern Quilt Guild(MQG). The bold colors on a black background highlight the Dresden petals; great composition.
“The Dresden plate quilt was a challenge in my Modern Quilt Guild. I had to take a traditional block and make it modern. I enjoy the shows; keep them coming.” ~Diane Heimel
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Fabric Play
This mother-daughter team worked up a couple Dresden blocks featuring a variety of fabrics. Calicos, eyelets, and solids really show how the block can move from traditional to contemporary just in smart fabric choices.
“My daughter and I are both enjoying the many combinations of Dresden Flowers. Thank you for your simple but rich tutorials that you share with us.” ~Darinka & Irena
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Block of the Month Inspiration
The 2015 Adventure Quilt Block of the Month #1 inspired several of our blog readers to create a scrappy Dresden or Dresden Fan block. January Block of the Month ~Suey Thomas January Block of the Month ~Joan Zamojcin
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Traditional Dresden Fan Quilt
Royal purple Dresden Fans~Pam Margolis For more Dresden quilt block resources and ideas, see these popular episodes, products, and blog posts:
- Sewing With Nancy—Sew Grand Dresden Quilts
- Sew Grand Dresden Quilts Book and DVD by Nancy Zieman
- Clover’s Trace ‘n Create Quilt Template—Dresden Collection
- Dresden Melody Table Runner Project Sheet
- Topsy Turvy Table Runner Project Sheet
- 2015 Adventure Quilt—Block of the Month #1 Dresden Fan



To be considered for a future Viewers’ Showcase, send your project photos to [email protected]. Bye for now,
laurel
Hi Nancy,
I just want to tell you how much I enjoyed getting to know you better through your book, “Seams Unlikely”. I found some things that I have in common with you. (my teen years, dating my husband, church involvement). I was so inspired by your step of faith in starting your business and seeing how God blessed you and hubby and directed your business path. It is plain to see how so many recognize your integrity and admire you because of it. It unfortunately is not something you always see in business. May God continue to richly bless you and your family. (I donated my copy of your book to my guild’s library so that others will have the pleasure of knowing you better.)
Laurel Niemi, S.Kingstown, RI
Deborah Richmond
I loved that you shared photos from others. It’s always so fun to see how one pattern is transformed into so many different styles!
eginter
Love the table runner,to use for John deer .fabric.am always looking for different suggestions.
Kim
Royal Purple Dresden Fan Quilt
I Love this quilt. It has a great color composition and the workmanship is flawless! A beautiful piece of artwork. Thanks for sharing it with us all.
Sharon Kirby
Although I am a life long sewer quilting is something quite new to me and I would never have had the courage to start without watching your show and using your books. I am currently about to start the heartbeat quilt which looks like a cityscape as hopefully a wall hanging for my livingroom after three years of trying to decide on art for that spot. I will now display my art!!! Thank you for being a beacon for sewers. Where we live they no longer teach it in school and many younger people have not had the opportunity to learn, but I always recommend your program and books to them.
Jennifer Fried
Hi Nancy,
Very cool Dresden projects. You inspire me.
Keep on sewing, Jenny, the old sew and sew.
ellaliddle
It’s amazing the different looks you can get from the Dresden pattern. The purple table runner is beautiful. Thanks to all for sharing their beautiful work. Thanks to you too, Nancy. : )
Jennifer Fried
Dearest Nancy, I love the ones that look like ferris wheels. Just so breezy fun. Jennifer
zoraida
I have one and you gave a great ideas thank you nancy.
Courtney Hall
I am looking for the Clover CL9514 Dresden Plate Template to do these quilts. However, it appears to no longer be made. Does anyone know a good alternative to get these LARGE plates? All I’m finding only goes up to maybe 16″.