2025 Riley Blake Designs Block Challenge – Sew Along with Threaded Bobbin!

New Year, New Challenge! The 2025 Riley Blake Designs (RBD) Block Challenge is here, and I couldn’t be more excited to join in! As the owner of Threaded Bobbin, I love supporting the sewing community and sharing exciting opportunities like this. I'm sewing along with Confetti Cotton™ Solids, and I hope you’ll join me!

What is the RBD Block Challenge?

Join some of your favorite designers from Riley Blake Designs as you create 16 new and exciting 10” quilt blocks throughout the challenge! Whether you're a seasoned quilter or just getting started, this is the perfect way to hone your skills and connect with fellow quilters.

Challenge Details

🗓 Start Date: January 14, 2025
🏁 End Date: May 27, 2025
📌 New Block Release: Every Tuesday, except the last Tuesday of the month—where we pause and admire our work!
📍 Where to Find Patterns: Riley Blake Designs Website, Blog, & YouTube Channel, Designer Blogs & Instagram. Follow along with #rbdblockchallenge

➡️ Fabric Requirements Here

https://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/assets/images/sewalongs/RBDBlockChallenge/2025/FabricRequirements.pdf

➡️ Get the First 4 Patterns Here

https://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/2025-rbd-block-challenge-patterns

Meet the 2025 Block Designers

Each block is crafted by a talented designer, bringing unique styles and techniques to explore. Check out who’s designing each block and follow their creative journey:

1️⃣ Block 1 (January 14th) – Lori Holt
📷 Instagram: @beelori1
🌐 Blog: https://www.beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/

2️⃣ Block 2 (January 21st) – Beverly McCullough
📷 Instagram: @flamingotoes
🌐 Blog: https://www.flamingotoes.com/

3️⃣ Block 3 (January 28th) – Jennifer Long
📷 Instagram: @beesewinspired
🌐 Blog: https://www.sewastory.com/

4️⃣ Block 4 (February 4th) – Fran Gulick
📷 Instagram: @cottonandjoy
🌐 Blog: https://www.cottonandjoy.com/

5️⃣ Block 5 (February 11th) – Heather Peterson
📷 Instagram: @ankastreasures
🌐 Blog: https://www.ankastreasures.com/

6️⃣ Block 6 (February 18th) – Amber Elliot
📷 Instagram: @alderwoodstudio
🌐 Blog: https://www.alderwood-studio.com/

7️⃣ Block 7 (March 4th) – Vicki McCarty
📷 Instagram: @calicopatchdesigns
🌐 Blog: https://www.calicopatchdesigns.com/

8️⃣ Block 8 (March 11th) – Karen Walker
📷 Instagram: @laughyourselfintostitches
🌐 Blog: https://www.laughyourselfintostitches.com/

9️⃣ Block 9 (March 18th) – Jill Finley
📷 Instagram: @jillilystudio
🌐 Blog: https://www.jillilystudio.com/

🔟 Block 10 (April 1st) – Janet Wecker Frisch
📷 Instagram: @jweckerfrisch
🌐 Blog: https://www.greatjoystudio.com/

1️⃣1️⃣ Block 11 (April 8th) – Sandy Gervais
📷 Instagram: @gervaissandy
🌐 Blog: Pieces From My Heart

1️⃣2️⃣ Block 12 (April 15th) – Amber Johnson
📷 Instagram: @gigis_thimble
🌐 Blog: https://www.gigisthimble.com/

1️⃣3️⃣ Block 13 (April 22nd) – Amanda Niederhauser
📷 Instagram: @jedicraftgirl
🌐 Blog: https://www.jedicraftgirl.com/

1️⃣4️⃣ Block 14 (May 6th) – Melissa Mortenson
📷 Instagram: @polkadotchair
🌐 Blog: https://www.polkadotchair.com/

1️⃣5️⃣ Block 15 (May 13th) – Amy Smart
📷 Instagram: @diaryofaquilter
🌐 Blog: https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/

1️⃣6️⃣ Block 16 (May 20th) – Tara Reed
📷 Instagram: @artisttarareed
🌐 Blog: https://www.tarareed.com/

📍 Finishing (May 27th) – Riley Blake Designs

Let’s make 2025 an unforgettable year for quilting! ✂️🧵💙