Christmas Row Quilt Sew-Along: Tree Row

Welcome Back, Quilters! 

It’s time for Row 4 of our Christmas Row Quilt Sew-Along!

This month, we're celebrating the season with the festive Tree Row, bringing holiday cheer to every stitch.

Keep the festive spirit alive—one block, one moment, one memory at a time!

Follow Bear Creek's Virtual Helper, Patty, as she artfully brings our "Up on the Housetop Christmas Row" quilt top to life.  Follow along with her expert tips and insider guidance during our exciting Sew-Along event!

Sewing the Stars for the Tops of the Trees

1. Prepare the Template
   Use the Triangle Template paper provided in your pattern.  (We have heard from some customers this was missing from their pattern. Please contact us and we will email you the template.

2. Adjust Stitch Length
   Set your sewing machine to a shorter stitch length. This will make removing the paper easier later.

3. Layer the Fabrics
   Place your fabric layers together, then position the Triangle Template paper on top with the printed side facing up.

4. Sew the Triangles
   Stitch along the solid sewing lines on the template.

5. Trim the Units
   Cut on the solid black cutting lines to separate the units.

6. Repeat for All Fabric Sets
   Follow the same steps for both the red & white fabric combination and the red & green combination.

Step 3: Finishing the Triangle Units

1. Press and Remove Paper
   Press your blocks open, then gently tear away the Triangle Template paper.

2. Trim the Corners
   Carefully trim the points off the corners of each block for cleaner alignment.

3. Assemble the Blocks
   Arrange your blocks as shown in the diagram or photo.

4. Press the Center Seam
   Sew the blocks together and press the center seam open for a flatter finish.

5. Add the White Squares
   Sew the white squares to the sides of the block. Press these seams toward the center.

Step 7: Marking the Diagonal Sewing Lines

1. Select the Pieces
   Gather pieces E, C, B, and A.

2. Align Your Ruler
   Using a ruler with a 45° angle guide, position it diagonally across each square as shown in the reference image.

3. Mark the Sewing Lines
   Draw a diagonal sewing line on the back of each piece, following the 45° guideline.

Continue piecing your blocks and sewing your Tree Row together, following the pattern instructions.

Note: We have reached out to LaVonne about the Video Tutorial mentioned in the pattern as we were not able to find it on YouTube. 
She provided us with the updated link. 
You can watch her Video Tutorial HERE.

Sew-Along Schedule

The sew-along spans several months, with each month focusing on a new row.
Here’s the schedule:

• February - Month 1:  Kick-Off & Fabric Requirements
  
• March - Month 2:  Ornament Row
• April - Month 3:  Stocking Row
• May - Month 4:  Poinsettia Row
• June - Month 5:  Christmas Tree Row - We are HERE!
• July - Month 6:  Presents Row
• August - Month 7:  Holly Rows
• September - Month 8:  Assembly
• October - Month 9:  Quilt & Finish

We can't wait to see you next month for the Presents Row!
Until then, may your stitches stay true, your seams stay flawless, and your bobbins never run low. Let your creativity flourish—like a poinsettia in full festive bloom!