2025 Color Play Sampler with Quilters Select
- By American Quilter's Society
- Jun 10, 2025
Join the Quilters Select team and members of the Official Quilters Select Facebook Group for a Sampler Series designed for all experience levels.
The sampler includes 10 unique blocks, stitched in two colorways to create a beautiful sampler quilt (Layout 1) Or opt to repeat two of your favorites for a modern 12-block layout (Layout 2) Or stitch your completed blocks into a layout that suits your style.
We’ll take two weeks for each block (one week per color variation), allowing time to experiment with color and fabric placement. For those who wish to stitch at a slower pace, use the two weeks to perfect your block and complete a 12-block layout.
All resource links will be emailed and posted on the Official Quilters Select Facebook Group page and are available on the Quilters Select website here.
Block Details
• Finished block size: 12”
• Given the nature of a sampler quilt, yardage is approximate and based on the 20-block layout.
Yardage Recommendations
Background:
• 20 block Layout approximately 1 3/4 yards for unpieced “spacer” blocks (10> 12 1/2”x12 1/2” squares) and approximately 2 yards of background for the pieced blocks.
• 12 Block Layout approximately 1 1/2 yards for unpieced “spacer” blocks and approximately 1 yard of background fabric for pieced blocks.
Pieced blocks:
• 1 yd of focal/inspiration print
• 1/2 yard of 8+ coordinates
• For scrappier versions, consider selecting 8 coordinating colors & using a variety of colors in the same shade/tonal range.
Borders:
• 20 Block layout finishes at 60” x 72” BEFORE adding borders. Determine border yardage based on preferred border width.
Recommended Rulers & Notions:
Note: Ruler sizes are based on personal preference and listed in order of importance
• Quilters Select 12.5”x 12.5” Non-Slip ruler
• Quilters Select 2 1/2” x 12” Non-Slip Ruler
• Quilters Select 3N1 Non-Slip Ruler
• Quilters Select 6.5” x 6.5” Non-Slip Ruler
• Quilters Select 8”x 12” or 8”x 24”
• Quilters Select Rotary Cutter (45mm) and Mat (18” x 24” mat or larger)
• Quilters Select 60wt 80wt thread
• Quilters Select Self Erase Fabric Marker
Schedule
Quilters Select is offering this quilt along through their Facebook Group or by email. Please visit Quilters Select's website to sign up for the quilt along emails.
Stay caught up with the Quilters Select Quilt Along downloads here.
• 1/20/25 Block 1 Color 1
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This week’s Colorway Sampler block features the 4-Patch. Simple to stitch with stunning results. Remember to check out the instructional video on the Quilter Select Official Facebook Group page for stitching tips.
• 1/27/25 Block 1 Color 2
Time to stitch up the second block….a variation on last week’s Double 4-Patch. This week’s handout includes helpful measurements for making this super scrappy and full quilt layouts using the Double 4-Patch.
• 2/03/25 Block 2 Color 1
This week, we're working on half square units utilizing strip sets. Dynamic blocks for all skill levels!
• 2/10/25 Block 2 Color 2
After last week’s block, let's stitch in our second color!
• 2/17/25 Block 3 Color 1
• 2/24/25 Block 3 Color 2
Our “choose your own adventure” continues with a look at color variations for Block 3 of the Colorway Sampler.
Reminder: Construction instructions & Stitch Along video content may be found on The Official Quilters Select Facebook Group.
• 3/03/25 Block 4 Color 1
This week’s block features simple Strip Set 4-Patch units and Flying Geese. Be sure to review the “wing clipping” Bonus Unit details
• 3/10/25 Block 4 Color 2
This week’s Sampler Journey looks at colorway variations for Block 4. From soft monochromatic colorations to a ride on the color wheel, let your imagination soar.
• 3/17/25 Block 5 Color 1
Quick and easy construction this week featuring Half Square Triangles. Instructions on both the 4-at-a-Time and 3N1 Ruler methods are included.
• 3/24/25 Block 5 Color 2
This week, we take the Half Square Triangles of Block 5 and use it in a myriad of different ways to create eye-popping designs!
Corresponding video may be viewed on The Quilters Select Facebook group page.
• 3/31/25 Block 6 Color 1
Simple to construct, with stellar results! Block 6 features Flying Geese & Quarter Square units.
• 4/07/25 Block 6 Color 2
This week, we take the Flying Geese and Quarter Square units of Block 6 and REALLY go to town with it!
• 4/14/25 Block 7 Color 1
A mini quilt workshop in one block. We’ll stitch up Flying Geese, Half-Square Triangle and Square in a Square units.
• 4/21/25 Block 7 Color 2
This week, we look at how color impacts the look & feel of the block. Love this block as much as we do? Have a look at quilt layouts repeating Block 7 with gorgeous results!
• 4/28/25 Block 8 Color 1
Block 8 features a central on-point unit surrounded by HST and Flying Geese. Here’s your chance to experiment with your favorite HST technique or use the instructions for eight at a time.
• 5/05/25 Block 8 Color 2
Back for Block 8 round 2….Square in a square in a square!
• 5/12/25 Block 9 Color 1
This block is all about using triangles! We start off with eight Half Square Triangles (HST) and also use Quarter Square Triangle Units. Then, to spice things up, we take those HSTs and can substitute the Flying Geese for a Faux Geese stitch!
• 5/19/25 Block 9 Color 2
This week, we’ll take the Half and Quarter Square units for a spin!
• 5/26/25 Block 10 Color 1
It’s here!!! The last unique set of block instructions features Quarter Square units with color placement to give the impression of a Pinwheel center. Faux geese units make the star point framework to set off the Pinwheel for an outstanding design!
• 6/02/25 Block 10 Color 2
With the final block, explore color play to pop the center pinwheels. Contain them in the center or extend the color placement to the star points for a completely different effect.
• 6/09/25 Construction
After ten beautiful blocks, it’s time to put them all together! This week, we go over two layouts for your quilt with detailed steps.
Download the Construction Guide here.
Enjoyed this stitch along? Join Quilters Select for the next Just the Facts stitch along introduction on June 16. Join the Official Quilters Select Facebook group here.
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