Category Archives: EQ8

EQ8 Collector’s Edition BOB Block libraries

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This is for all of you EQ8 Quilt Design fans who also use AccuQuilt® die cutters!  There are now two Collector’s Edition EQ8 Block Libraries for the AccuQuilt Block on Board (BOB) dies.  These libraries contain BOB Blocks that you can easily design within EQ8 and then cut out with your AccuQuilt GO! Qube dies and cutters.

When you combine Electric Quilt® software with your AccuQuilt® GO! fabric cutter and GO! BOB dies, you have the perfect mixture of creativity and precision!

Each of these Collector’s Edition BOB block libraries contain over 40 AccuQuilt GO! Block on Board quilt blocks that match GO! BOB dies released between 2012 and 2024.

Introducing BOB Collector’s Edition 1

Introducing BOB Collector’s Edition 2

Key Features and Benefits

AccuQuilt compatibility

The libraries are designed to integrate seamlessly with AccuQuilt’s Bob dies, enabling users to translate their digital EQ8 designs into physical quilts with ease. 

Pre-drawn Blocks

These blocks are already drawn for you in sizes that match AccuQuilt’s most popular BOB dies. You can set the blocks right into EQ quilt layouts, mix and match blocks, and play with colors or fabric until you have designed your perfect quilt.

Easy Installation

The Block Collections install right into your EQ8 block Library so they are ready to use right away.  Helpful PDF Resources install directly to your My EQ8 > Documentation folder on your computer for easy access.

Color Coded Organization

AccuQuilt GO! BOB blocks are organized in the EQ Block Library, color-coded by finished size so you can easily design quilts with dies you own.

What better way to show off what you can do with the BOB Add-on Block Libraries than to show you quilts I have made using the BOB blocks designed in EQ8.

Pineapple BOB Die – Collector’s Edition 1

I loved being able to choose my own colors and fabrics until I get just the look I want.

Butterfly Pieced Butterfly Block – Collector’s Edition 2

I even mixed some of the BOB blocks with Qube blocks and even blocks I designed myself in EQ8

Storm at Sea, Collector’s Edition 1

This quilt design software is so versatile, I can truly make my designs my own.

You can find the EQ8 BOB Collector’s Edition 1 and 2 available for purchase at ElectricQuilt.com and AccuQuilt.com!

If you like the new EQ8 BOB Collector’s Edition Add-ons, check out these other great EQ8 add-on libraries for the AccuQuilt GO! Qube! View all EQ8 AccuQuilt Add-ons >

Designed by Lori Miller Designs.

All Six EQ8 Add-ons for the GO! Qube Now Available

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Quilty friends, I am excited to share that all six GO! Qube Block Add-ons for EQ8 are available! That’s right, there are six Block libraries offering hundreds more blocks that you can easily design within EQ8 and then cut out with your AccuQuilt GO! Qube dies and cutters.

Each of these six, easy-to-use block libraries will work with any size Qube. When you combine Electric Quilt® software with your AccuQuilt® GO! fabric cutter and GO! Qube dies, you have the perfect mixture of creativity and precision!

We released the first Block Library in October, and the reception has been so welcoming. If you missed it, you can read more about the GO! Qube Mix & Match, Plus Corners and Angles HERE! And let me introduce you to the rest of the family. Be sure to follow the LINKS for all of the details.

1 – Fabulous Four Patch

This block library contains 60 Four Patch blocks using a 2 X 2 grid.

2 – Five Patch Fun

This block library contains 60 Five Patch blocks using a 5 x 5 grid (small). 

3 – Nine Patch Party

This block library contains 60 Nine Patch blocks using a 3 X 3 grid.

4 – Sweet Sixteen

This block library contains 60 Sixteen Patch blocks using a 4 x 4 grid. 

5 – More Corners & Angles

This block library contains 60 blocks that use the GO! Qube Mix & Match with the Companion Corners and Angles. The blocks come in multiple grid sizes with Four Patch, Five Patch, Nine Patch, Sixteen Patch, and 25 Patch blocks.

Each EQ8 Block Add-on Library for the GO! Qube comes with:

  • An automated download that loads the blocks directly into the AccuQuilt Libraries folder found in your EQ8 Block Library.
  • PDF Resources including color pictures of each block showing the GO! Qube die shape numbers required to create the block and additional information on how to use the blocks with your EQ software.
  • Ten quilt designs in 4 different colorways, a total of 40 quilt designs to inspire your design journey.
  • And Electric Quilt’s fantastic tech support; free with your purchase so if you need any help, just call, email, or live chat with them!

These products are available for purchase at ElectricQuilt.com and AccuQuilt.com!

Designed by Lori Miller Designs.

I am teaching EQ8 in 2025!

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Hello Quilty friends.  I am excited to share that I am back this year teaching EQ8 classes.  EQ8 is Quilt design software that allows you to design beautiful quilts and quilt blocks.

I use EQ8 myself to design all of my quilts. It is the leading quilt design software in the world. As a full-featured software, it lets you see your quilt on the screen before you even cut a piece of fabric. You can swap and rotate blocks, add borders, and play with different colorways and fabrics.

EQ8 is perfect for beginner or professional quilters with computer skills of all levels and is available for PC and Mac.

If you have your software, but have not cracked it open or just need an in person class to pick up those skills, these classes are for you!  I specialize in my beginner class that will help you navigate the software and build confidence to design on your own. I hope you can join me.

Over the next 3 months, I have a full array of classes at the following shows and dates.  Full descriptions of the classes follow below.

AQS Daytona 2025
Ocean Center, Daytona Beach, FL
February 19 – 22

  • Feb 19 – EQ8 Getting Started
  • Feb 20 – EQ8 I want to Learn more
  • Feb 21 AM – EQ8 Fabulous Framing (sashing and borders)
  • Feb 21 PM – EQ8 Fun with Fabrics
  • Feb 22 – EQ8 KickStart Mini Beginner

EQ Academy 2025
Perrysburg, OH
March 27 – 29

  • March 27-28 Getting Started with EQ8
  • March 29 AM Adding Fabrics and Photos to EQ8
  • March 29 PM Design with EQ8 and AccuQuilt GO!

AQS Paducah 2025
Schroeder Expo Center, Paducah, KY
April 23 – 26

  • April 23 EQ8 Start at the Beginning
  • April 24 EQ8 I want to Learn More
  • April 25 EQ8 Fabulous Framing (Borders and Sashing)
  • April 25 Design with EQ8 and AccuQuilt GO!
  • April 26 EQ8 KickStart Mini Beginner

Class Descriptions

EQ8 Start at the Beginning

Build your EQ confidence! Tour the workspace and begin designing a variety of beautiful quilt styles. Search the EQ8 libraries for the perfect block or fabric to turn your quilt designs into reality. You can even add fabrics from your own stash. Learn how to print yardage estimates, rotary cutting charts, and more. Nicely paced and encouraging workshop for those who want to understand and practice the basics. Windows and Mac users welcome

EQ8 I want to Learn More

Take the next step learning EQ8. Learn to draw or edit your own blocks to place in your quilt creations. Explore appliqué and stencils to better understand the three layers of the quilt in EQ8. Take a deep dive into borders and Auto Borders. Create personal libraries, use text and photos, and explore free-form quilt settings. By the end of the workshop, you will have the confidence to design your own beautiful blocks and quilts. Windows and Mac users welcome.

Design with EQ8 and AccuQuilt GO!

In this class, we will combine the power of EQ8 quilt design with the ease of fabric die cutting. The AccuQuilt GO! Qube system is made up of building blocks in a four-patch design grid that make up some of the most common blocks already available in Electric Quilt. Use those blocks to design beautiful quilts, try colors and fabrics and then when you are ready, use your AccuQuilt GO! Cutter to cut your fabric.  The new AccuQuilt add-ons are not required for this class. The concepts covered in class will make working with EQ8 and AccuQuilt easier, with or without the add-on products.

Please note: This class will focus on the EQ8 design process for compatible blocks and quilts. No die cutters will be used.

EQ8 Fun with Fabrics

This half-day class will show you how simple it is to add your own fabrics and panels to EQ8. Learn how to import fabrics, straighten, scale, crop, and add the fabrics to your Favorites library! Discover the differences between fabrics and panels and how to edit them for your design.

Using photos in your quilt is very similar to how you would use fabrics. Learn the difference between photos and fabrics, import photos for use in a photo quilt, and discover new ways to use photos that you may not have even imagined.

EQ8 Fabulous Framing (Borders and Sashing

Are your borders simply boring? Do you just slap on strips of fabric to add length and width to your quilt? Is your sashing simple? Take your borders from blah to beautiful and your sashing from sad to stunning with the built-in tools in EQ8. This fun workshop explores a variety of borders and border styles from pieced, Flying Geese, appliqué, checkerboard, and more. Use borders to jazz up a panel or medallion quilt. Discover creative sashing with pieced blocks and clever design ideas. Your quilts are limited only by your imagination. NOTE: This workshop moves at a faster pace than beginner EQ8 workshops. PC and Mac Users welcome.

EQ8 KickStart Mini Beginner

Are you brand new to EQ8? This is the perfect workshop to get to know your exciting new quilt design software. This workshop will go over the basics for beginner EQ8 users needing an overview of the EQ experience. Take an in-depth tour through the software to get a better understanding of the three worktables, the Project Sketchbook, and how to navigate the entire workspace. We will start designing quilts right away using EQ8 as your virtual design wall. Study the many pattern-printing options available and learn how to find yardage estimates. The best way to learn is by doing! This workshop is nicely paced for beginners. Windows and Mac users welcome. Please note, this workshop is designed for brand new EQ8 users and is focused on EQ8 basics. If you have taken the full day beginner workshop, this workshop covers similar topics.

I am looking forward to seeing you in class!

BIG NEWS! New Partnership!

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I am so excited to share that Lori Miller Designs has teamed up with both AccuQuilt and Electric Quilt, two of my favorite companies whose products I love.

Since so many quilters have enjoyed my EQ8 Add-ons for AccuQuilt, the Electric Quilt Company and AccuQuilt have partnered with me to revamp my block downloads and make them official EQ products that will be available for sale on both of their websites!

If you have not used EQ8 Quilt Design Software, it is an amazing product that gives you the ability to design your own quilts, make your own fabric choices, and discover hundreds of quilt blocks to customize into unique quilt designs. A copy of the EQ8 Quilt design software is required to use these block libraries.

If you are not familiar, AccuQuilt provides state of the art fabric cutting machines that cut accurate pieces with up to 6 layers of fabric, ten times faster than traditional methods.

My EQ8 Add-ons for the AccuQuilt GO! Qubes are all blocks drawn to use the die shapes in the AccuQuilt GO! Qube Mix & Match, plus Corner and Angles Companion dies. 

Included with the blocks are PDF Resources that allow you to build your blocks by the numbers, the actual shape numbers on the GO! Qube die sets.

If you are new to my EQ8 Add-ons for AccuQuilt, let me share a little about them.

Back in 2019 when I first started this adventure, I just wanted to have my own library of blocks in EQ8 that could be easily cut out with AccuQuilt dies   I loved designing my own quilts and EQ8 made it so helpful to see my fabric choices.  When I combined my quilt designs with the accuracy and time savings of cutting out the pieces with my AccuQuilt die cutting machine and dies, I was thrilled.

The convenience of designing with quilt blocks that are so easily cut out with your AccuQuilt tools makes cutting, sewing, and creating beautiful quilts so easy. They were so convenient, I wanted to share them with other Quilters and thankfully, you tried them and became fans too.

Now you have even more terrific reasons to add these to your collection!  With this partnership, the original GO! Qube products have been completely revamped and re-released in a new format.

  • They are easier to use as the blocks will install directly into your EQ8 Block Library
  • PDF Resources are included and they install into your My EQ8 > Documentation folder so they are easy to find
  • There is a new detailed guide (PDF) on how to use the blocks with your EQ software and how to use them with any size GO! Qube
  • Block notecards now include helpful tips and information for the blocks
  • Many of the libraries will come with quilt designs included for inspiration and to spark your creativity

The first product will be available on October 21st, 2024.  It is the GO! Qube Mix & Match Plus Corners and Angles featuring over 216 library blocks.

 These are the same blocks you see in the AccuQuilt GO! Qube brochure.

 Later in November, we will release the next 5 GO! Qube Add-ons with the AccuQuilt Block on Board (BOB) libraries coming in 2025.

I think this is the perfect mix of partners with AccuQuilt, Electric Quilt and Lori Miller Designs to bring you quilting products with the perfect mix of creativity and precision!

Exciting News Coming Soon!

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Quilting Friends,

I have a very exciting announcement coming soon!  

I’ve been hard at work on a project with two of my favorite companies!

I can’t give you full details yet but wanted to give you a heads up that my AccuQuilt Qube + EQ block library products will be coming off of my Etsy shop on September 30th, 2024 as part of this project.

Don’t be worried… this is great news! You’ll see why very soon. 

Stay tuned!

Lori

New Product! Add-on EQ8 Block Library: AccuQuilt BOB SET 5

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New BOB Blocks are here! This new Add-on EQ8 Block Library for AccuQuilt contains the 9 BOB blocks and variations that were released in 2023. BOB die blocks enable you to create an entire block with one die board.  Every piece needed for the block is on the design board. You can design your quilt with EQ8 and then use your AccuQuilt GO! cutter to cut it out.

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This file contains SET 5 of the BOB block designs which includes 9 blocks.  The blocks vary in size as indicated to match the actual size of the BOB die block. I have included the size of the block by the name reference.

The ONLY designs included in this set are:

  • GO! Canning Jar 8” (55614)
  • GO! Fractured Tumbler 6” (55627)
  • GO! Friendship Chain 10” (55441)
  • GO! Full Blown Tulip 8” (55616)
  • GO! Joseph’s Coat 11” (55622)
  • GO! Lotus Block 10” (55609)
  • GO! Palm 8” (55193)
  • GO! Signature Circles 6” (55624)
  • GO! Turkey in the Straw 10” (55628)

Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software from The Electric Quilt Company.

Required: You will need the Accuquilt BOB die set in the size that matches the EQ8 library file in order to cut out these block designs with the Accuquilt GO! Cutter.  Make sure your cutter is the right size for the BOB die.

This is a downloadable digital file that you will place into your personal block library.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.  I have included all of the instructions to add the files to your EQ8 Design Software.  You will receive the EQ8 Block library, a block reference guide and an instruction document.  The blocks are all labeled to match the reference guide.

Now you can use the power of EQ8 to recolor and combine blocks to design beautiful quilts.

Once you have designed your quilt, you can use your Accuquilt GO! Cutter to make it.  I have also included tips and suggestions for determining what dies to use and how to determine fabric requirements.

I hope you enjoy these files as you create your BOB design quilts.

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Happy designing with your AccuQuilt Block on Board Set 5 library blocks in EQ8!

If you liked the new Add-on EQ8 Block Library files for AccuQuilt BOB Set 5, check out my other available Add-on Block libraries for EQ8 that work with AccuQuilt in my shop.

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I appreciate your feedback and suggestions on this product. Please tag me on Facebook or Instagram @lorimillerdesigns with your designs, I would love to see them.

New Product! Add-On EQ8 Block Library – AccuQuilt Qube MORE Corners and Angles

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It is here! Another stunning EQ8 Block Library Add-on for AccuQuilt Qubes! Now there are even MORE Corners and Angles Blocks you can make with your GO Qubes and Companions! These libraries are so convenient to use when designing quilts and table runners, just drop the block in where you want it. This new set of digital EQ8 Block Library files for the AccuQuilt Qubes includes 60 stunning block designs in four different grid sizes that you can load into EQ8 Quilt design software.

These library files are made to use with EQ8. EQ8 is Quilt Design Software by The Electric Quilt Company.  I design my quilts in EQ8, I teach EQ8 and I use EQ8 in my original patterns. I love that I can create my own designs and mix and match blocks easily in my designs until I have the perfect design. Then I can cut it out with my AccuQuilt GO Cutter.

These block designs work with the Accuquilt GO! Qube Mix & Match, Companion Corners and Companion Angles Block Die sets.  You can use the Die Shapes in the GO! Qubes to cut out all of these blocks.

These EQ8 Block Library files are downloadable digital files that are designed to work with your EQ8 Quilt Design Software.  They are only compatible with EQ8.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.

Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software.

60 Beautiful Sixteen Patch Blocks!

I have included 60 MORE Corners and Angles Block designs with brand new, traditional and dynamic blocks. There are so many design possibilities in EQ8.

This Quilt features both the Homeward Star and Square Dance quilt blocks.

These blocks include four different grids, 2×2 Four patch Blocks, 3×3 Nine Patch Blocks, 4×4 Sixteen Patch Blocks and 5 x5 large and Small Blocks.

This Quilt uses the Rose Mosaic Block.

Complete Instructions including Die Cutting Guide!

Each set of library blocks comes with a complete set of Instructions, a Block Reference Guide and a Die Cutting Guide.

The Die Cutting Guide provides pictures of the MORE Corners and Angles blocks and which shapes are needed from the Mix & Match Qube, Companion Corners and Companion Angles to cut out that block similar to the picture above.

Please note:  If you have more than one size of Qube, you only need one size of library.  Once you have the EQ8 Library for Accuquilt installed into EQ8, you can easily resize to your other size Qubes as it will scale properly. 

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Thank You!  And Happy Quilting!

More Products Available!

If you like designing and making your own quilts with EQ8 and AccuQuilt, check out some of my other products.

Find GO! Friendly patterns and more Add-on EQ8 Block Libraries including the original 216 Four Patch Mix & Match designs, Nine Patch Party, Five Patch Fun, Sweet Sixteen, English Paper Piecing and four sets of BOB libraries.

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New Product! Add-On EQ8 Block Library – AccuQuilt Qube MORE Four Patch

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EQ8 and AccuQuilt are the perfect match! Introducing my newest Add-on EQ8 Block Library file, MORE Four Patch! I am so happy to offer this new set of digital EQ8 Block Library files for the AccuQuilt Qubes.  These files include 60 gorgeous Four Patch variation block designs that you can load into EQ8 Quilt design software.

EQ8 is Quilt Design Software by The Electric Quilt Company.  I design my quilts in EQ8, I teach EQ8 and I use EQ8 in my original patterns. I love that I can audition different fabrics and get the perfect quilt design before I cut it out with my AccuQuilt GO Cutter.

These block designs work with the Accuquilt GO! Qube Mix & Match Block Die sets.  You can use the Die Shapes in the GO! Qubes to cut out all of these blocks.

These EQ8 Block Library files are downloadable digital files that are designed to work with your EQ8 Quilt Design Software.  They are only compatible with EQ8.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.

Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software.

60 Beautiful Sixteen Patch Blocks!

I have included 60 MORE Four Patch Block designs with brand new, traditional and even familiar blocks. There are so many design possibilities in EQ8.

These blocks are Four Patch Blocks that can be cut out with your GO! Qube Mix & Match Block Set, no companion dies are needed.

Since the Four Patch design is based upon a 2 x 2 grid, your finished block sizes will finish at the same size as your GO! Qube.

The MORE Four Patch block files come in all of the Qube sizes: 4″, 5″, 6″, 8″, 9″, 10″ and 12″ .  They are color coordinated by size in the shop so you can find the size you need. You only need one size of EQ8 Qube files as EQ8 will let you resize the blocks.

Complete Instructions including Die Cutting Guide!

Each set of library blocks comes with a complete set of Instructions, a Block Reference Guide and a Die Cutting Guide.

The Die Cutting Guide provides pictures of the MORE Four patch blocks and which shapes are needed from the Qube to cut out that block similar to the picture above.

Please note:  If you have more than one size of Qube, you only need one size of library.  Once you have the EQ8 Library for Accuquilt installed into EQ8, you can easily resize to your other size Qubes as it will scale properly.  You can certainly purchase other sizes for convenience, but it is not necessary.

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Thank You!  And Happy Quilting!

More Products Available!

If you like designing and making your own quilts with EQ8 and AccuQuilt, check out some of my other products.

Find GO! Friendly patterns and more Add-on EQ8 Block Libraries including the original 216 Four Patch Mix & Match designs, Nine Patch Party, Five Patch Fun, Sweet Sixteen, English Paper Piecing and four sets of BOB libraries.

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New Pattern – Blue Prairie

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    Meet Blue Prairie, my new quilt pattern containing the beautiful Double Aster Block. The swirling petals are set on point and framed with complimentary sashing and bright green accents.

    This pattern not only contains Traditional Rotary cutting directions, but it also contains AccuQuilt Cutting directions so it is GO! Friendly!

    I designed my quilt with EQ8 Quilt design software. It is my go to tool when designing beautiful, unique quilts.

    Blue Prairie comes in 3 convenient sizes

    • Baby 46” X 46”
    • Twin 72” x 97”
    • Queen 97” x 122”

    If you will be using AccuQuilt, here are the Dies Used to Complete this Pattern

    • GO! Qube Mix & Match 12” Block
    • GO! Qube Mix & Match 6” Block
    • GO! Strip Cutter 1 ½”
    • GO! Strip Cutter 2”
    • GO! Strip Cutter 2 ½”

    Thanks for stopping by to visit and checking out my new pattern now available in my Etsy Shop.

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    Check out these other great quilt patterns from my shop!

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    Happy Hues Block of the Month

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    I am so excited to announce that I was asked to design Happy Hues, the new Block of the Month (BOM) for American Patchwork and Quilting. All People Quilt will be exploring color, contrast and value with this medallion quilt in a rainbow of hues.

    Patterns will launch on the second Tuesday of each month. And for this BOM, they will provide BOTH Rotary cutting and AccuQuilt cutting directions. That means everyone can join in!

    This quilt finishes at 80″ X 80″ square. I used Shadow Blush and Superior Solids fabrics from Benartex. The Fabric requirements have just been posted on the website, so gather what you need to get started in September. Instructions will be included for traditional Rotary Cutting AND for AccuQuilt Cutting. Join us for 7 months of quilty fun.

    Get all the Details HERE

    If you are using AccuQuilt, you will need the following dies:

    • 55776: GO! Qube Mix & Match 8″ Block
    • 55017: Strip Cutter 2 1/2″ (2″ Finished)
    • 55025: Strip Cutter 2″ (1 1/2″ Finished)
    • 55024: Strip Cutter 1 1/2″ (1′ Finished

    This quilt was designed with EQ8 Quilt Design Software. It is my go to tool for designing beautiful quilts.

    I used blocks from my EQ8 Add-on Block Libraries for AccuQuilt. Each library for the AccuQuilt GO! Qube contain 60 blocks that are compatible with AccuQuilt GO! Cutters.

    The center block of the Quilt is from my Sweet Sixteen EQ8 Block Library called Bursting Star.

    The Blocks in the outer border are from my Five Patch Fun EQ8 Block Library. The blocks are Crossroads Butterfly, Friendship Twist, Nest and Fledgling, and Duck and Ducklings.

    You can find these Add-on Block Libraries, Quilt Patterns and more in my Etsy Shop.

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    Join me in this Quilting fun! I will be sewing another Happy Hues Quilt along with you and sharing my journey in the Facebook group. Be sure to join the Facebook page. You can also share on instagram with the hashtag #APQHappyHues.

    Happy Quilting!

    I am Teaching EQ8!

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    Hello Quilty Friends! 

    If you have been wanting to design your own quilts and are ready for the next step, you will want to consider learning EQ8 Quilt Design Software.  If you are looking for an in person class to take, I wanted to share that I am teaching EQ8 in person in September at the AQS Des Moines Quilt Show and in October/November at the Houston Quilt Festival.

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    If you are not familiar, EQ8 is my design tool of choice to make and create beautiful quilts.  It is quilt design software available for the PC and the MAC.  It allows you to ditch the pencils and graph paper and design all kinds and styles of quilts using your computer.

    If you have never seen it, check out this brilliant demo from The Electric Quilt Company for a great overview.

    Watch a demo of EQ8!

    Teaching Schedule and Classes

    AQS Des Moines EQ8 Classes

    September 27 – 30th

    Des Moines, Iowa Events Center.

    I am teaching a full slate of classes and there is still room to join me.

    EQ8 Start at the Beginning, #59101w

    Build your EQ8 confidence! Tour the workspace and begin designing a variety of beautiful quilt styles. Search the EQ8 libraries for the perfect block or fabric to turn your quilt designs into reality. Or add fabrics from your own stash. Learn how to print yardage estimates, rotary cutting charts, and more. Nicely paced and encouraging class for those who want to understand and practice the basics. Windows and Mac users welcome. Registration for this class includes show admission for Wednesday.

    EQ8: I Want to Learn More, #59102t

    Take the next step learning EQ8. Learn to draw or edit your own blocks to place in your quilt creations. Explore appliqué and stencils and understand the three layers of the quilt in EQ8. Take a deep dive into borders and Auto Borders. Create personal libraries, use text, photos, and explore free-form quilt settings. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence to design your own beautiful blocks and quilts. Windows and Mac users welcome. This is a great followup to the EQ8 Beginner class. 

    EQ8: Design for AccuQuilt Qube, #59503

    Combine the power of EQ8 quilt design software with the ease of fabric die cutting. The AccuQuilt GO! Qube system is made of building blocks to create a four patch quilt block. Discover EQ8 compatible blocks, draw your own blocks, try different fabrics, and create your own block library. Your design will be ready to cut with the AccuQuilt GO! Cutter. Learn tips and tricks to use the best features of both EQ8 and AccuQuilt. Class based on the 8” Qube, with help to accommodate other sizes. Please note: This is an EQ8 software design class. No die cutters will be used. Completion of a beginner EQ8 class is helpful.

    EQ8: Borders and Sashings, #59504

    Are your Borders simply boring? Do you just slap on strips of fabric to add length and width to your quilt? Is your sashing simple? Take your borders from blah to beautiful and your sashing from sad to stunning with the built-in tools in EQ8. This fun class will explore a variety of borders and border styles from pieced, flying geese, appliqué, checkerboard, and more. Use borders to jazz up a panel or medallion quilt. Discover creative sashing with pieced blocks and clever design ideas. Your quilts are limited only by your imagination. NOTE: This class moves at a faster pace than Beginner EQ8 classes. PC and Mac Users welcome.

    EQ8: Adding Fabrics, #59505

    Grow your EQ8 skills! Learn how easy it is to add your own fabrics, panels, and photos to EQ8. Import fabrics, straighten, scale, crop and add them to your Favorites library! Add current manufacturer fabric lines to use in your quilt designs. Discover how you can scan or photograph your own stash to use in your creations. Include fabric panels to creatively design one-of-a-kind quilts. This is the perfect follow-up to any Beginner EQ8 class. Windows and Mac Users welcome.

    Houston International Quilt Festival EQ8 Classes

    October 30th – November 5th

    George R Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX

    I am teaching the whole week and there are still a few seats left for my classes in Houston.

    108   EQ8 Lets Start at the Beginning

    220   EQ8: I Want to Learn More

    348   EQ8: Design for AccuQuilt Qube

    367   EQ8: Adding Fabrics and Photos

    425   EQ8: Lets Start at the Beginning

    533   EQ8: Kick Start

    Are you brand new to EQ8? This is the perfect class to get to know your exciting new quilt design software. Explore the workspace and start designing quilts right away! EQ8 is your virtual design wall. Use it to try out exciting color combinations, estimate fabric yardage quickly, and print blocks and rotary cutting charts to get started right away. Class nicely paced for beginners. Windows and Mac users welcome. Please note: This class is designed for brand new EQ8 users and is focused on EQ8 basics. If you have taken the full-day beginner class, this class covers similar topics. 

    569   EQ8: Adding Fabrics and Photos

    More Ways to Learn EQ8

    If you can’t attend an in person class, The Electric Quilt Company also offers online courses and books for purchase to help you learn the quilt design program.

    Learn EQ at Home

    Check out the Online classes

    EQ8 Lesson Books

    Use EQ8 Lesson Books to master the software!

    EQ8 Tutorials

    Check out my EQ8 Lessons with Lori on the EQ Blog

    EQ8 Lessons with Lori

    I am a self-professed EQ8 Superfan, Pattern Designer and Quilter.  Head over to my shop to find my stunning Quilt patterns and EQ8 Block libraries for AccuQuilt.

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    New Product! Add-on EQ8 Block Library: AccuQuilt BOB SET 4

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    New BOB Blocks are here! This new Add-on EQ8 Block Library for AccuQuilt contains 16 gorgeous BOB blocks that were released in 2022. BOB die blocks enable you to create an entire block with one die board.  Every piece needed for the block is on the design board. You can design your quilt with EQ8 and then use your AccuQuilt GO! cutter to cut it out.

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    This file contains SET 4 of the BOB block designs which includes 16 blocks.  The blocks vary in size as indicated to match the actual size of the BOB die block. I have included the size of the block by the name reference.

    The ONLY designs included in this set are:

    • GO! Alabama Beauty 10” (55597)
    • GO! Butterfly Pieced 9” (55598)
    • GO! Chinese Lanterns 8” (55599)
    • GO! Goose Tracks 9” (55536)
    • GO! Grandmother’s Fan 9” (55537)
    • GO! Lucky Star 10” (55600)
    • GO! Mill and Stars 8” (55601)
    • GO! Mosaic #4 10” (55608)
    • GO! North Carolina Star 12” (55605)
    • GO! Plaited Block 12” (55606)
    • GO! Priscilla Stripe 6” (55607)
    • GO! Road to Fortune 9” (55586)
    • GO! Star of the East 9” (55587)
    • GO! Tree of Life 14” (55588)
    • GO! Washington’s Puzzle 4” (55602)
    • GO! Whirling Star 12” (55603)

    Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software from The Electric Quilt Company.

    Required: You will need the Accuquilt BOB die set in the size that matches the EQ8 library file in order to cut out these block designs with the Accuquilt GO! Cutter.  Make sure your cutter is the right size for the BOB die.

    This is a downloadable digital file that you will place into your personal block library.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.  I have included all of the instructions to add the files to your EQ8 Design Software.  You will receive the EQ8 Block library, a block reference guide and an instruction document.  The blocks are all labeled to match the reference guide.

    Now you can use the power of EQ8 to recolor and combine blocks to design beautiful quilts.

    Once you have designed your quilt, you can use your Accuquilt GO! Cutter to make it.  I have also included tips and suggestions for determining what dies to use and how to determine fabric requirements.

    I hope you enjoy these files as you create your BOB design quilts.

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    Happy designing with your Accuquilt Block on Board Set 4 library blocks in EQ8!

    If you liked the new Add-on EQ8 Block Library files for AccuQuilt BOB Set 4, check out my other available Add-on Block libraries for EQ8 that work with AccuQuilt in my shop.

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    I appreciate your feedback and suggestions on this product. Please tag me on Facebook or Instagram @lorimillerdesigns with your designs, I would love to see them.

    New Product! Add-on EQ8 Block Library: AccuQuilt BOB SET 3

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    You have been asking for them and they are finally here! This Add-on EQ8 Block Library for AccuQuilt contains another 15 lovely BOB blocks. BOB die blocks enable you to create an entire block with one die board.  Every piece needed for the block is on the design board. You can design your quilt with EQ8 and then use your AccuQuilt GO! cutter to cut it out.

    This file contains SET 3 of the BOB block designs which includes 15 blocks.  The blocks vary in size as indicated to match the BOB die. I have included the size of the block by the name reference.

    The ONLY designs included in this set are:

    • GO! Basket of Lilies 12” Finished (55530)
    • GO! Carpenter’s Wheel 18” Finished (55531)
    • GO! Cornucopia 10” Finished (55532)
    • GO! Crossroads 9” Finished (55533)
    • GO! Drunkards Path 3.5” Finished (55070)
    • GO! Drunkards Path 4” Finished (55338)
    • GO! Drunkards Path 7” Finished (55034)
    • GO! Feather Star 16” Finished (55535)
    • GO! Goose Tracks 9” Finished (55536)
    • GO! Pickle Dish 10” Finished (55539)
    • GO! Prairie Star 14” Finished (55540
    • GO! Rising Star 10” Finished (55541)
    • GO! Schoolhouse 9” Finished (55542)
    • GO! Tangled Star 10” Finished (55543)
    • GO! Weathervane 8” Finished (55544)

    Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software from The Electric Quilt Company.

    Required: You will need the Accuquilt BOB die set in the size that matches the EQ8 library file in order to cut out these block designs with the Accuquilt GO! Cutter.  Make sure your cutter is the right size for the BOB die.

    This is a downloadable digital file that you will place into your personal block library.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.  I have included all of the instructions to add the files to your EQ8 Design Software.  You will receive the EQ8 Block library, a block reference guide and an instruction document.  The blocks are all labeled to match the reference guide.

    Now you can use the power of EQ8 to recolor and combine blocks to design beautiful quilts.

    Once you have designed your quilt, you can use your Accuquilt GO! Cutter to make it.  I have also included tips and suggestions for determining what dies to use and how to determine fabric requirements.

    I hope you enjoy these files as you create your BOB design quilts.

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    Happy designing with your Accuquilt Block on Board Set 3 library blocks in EQ8!

    If you liked the new Add-on EQ8 Block Library files for AccuQuilt BOB Set 3, check out my other available Add-on Block libraries for EQ8 that work with AccuQuilt in my shop.

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    I appreciate your feedback and suggestions on this product. Please tag me on Facebook or Instagram @lorimillerdesigns with your designs, I would love to see them.

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    New Product! Add-on EQ8 Block Library – AccuQuilt Qube English Paper Piecing (EPP)

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    Introducing my latest Add-on EQ8 Block Library file, AccuQuilt Qube English Paper Piecing. Included are 40 Pieced Hexagon blocks to load into EQ8 Quilt design software.

    Add-on EQ8 Block Libraries and AccuQuilt are a genius combination!

    Convenient, predrawn pieced blocks

    • Visual reference of 40 unique block designs
    • Design in EQ8 quickly, Cut out with speed and accuracy with your AccuQuilt GO!
    • Download and installation instructions included
    • Bonus FREE EQ8 layout lessons

    EQ8 is Quilt Design Software by The Electric Quilt Company.  I design my quilts in EQ8, I teach EQ8 and I use EQ8 in my original patterns. I love this design software!

    These block designs work with the Accuquilt GO! Qube English Paper Piecing (EPP) (1″ Finished Sides) Die set.  You can use the Die Shapes in the GO! Qube EPP to cut out these blocks. These pieced blocks finish with a 2″ side.

    These EQ8 Block Library files are downloadable digital files that are designed to work with your EQ8 Quilt Design Software.  They are only compatible with EQ8.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.

    Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software.

    40 Pieced Hexagon Blocks!

    I have included the 36 Pieced Hexagon Blocks included in the GO! Qube English Paper Piecing Brochure plus 4 bonus blocks. These pieced blocks finish as a hexagon shape with 2″ finished sides.

    These blocks are Pieced Hexagon EPP Blocks that can be cut out with your Qube English Paper Piecing die set.

    Designing with the EQ8 Block library lets you play with fabrics and colors using these shapes to design and tailor your own beautiful quilt to your unique style.

    Complete Instructions including EQ8 Hexagon Quilt layout design lessons!

    Each set of library blocks comes with a complete set of Instructions, a Visual Block Reference Guide and four EQ8 Hexagon Quilt layout design lessons.

    AccuQuilt provides detailed sewing instructions to piece the 36 pieced blocks on their website, a link is provided in the Instruction document.

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    Thank You!  And Happy Designing!

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    I have Add-on EQ8 Block Libraries for the Accuquilt Qube original 216 Four Patch designs, Nine Patch Party, Five Patch Fun, Sweet Sixteen and three sets of BOB libraries.

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    New Product! Add-On EQ8 Block Library – AccuQuilt Qube Sweet Sixteen

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    Introducing my newest Add-on EQ8 Block Library file, Sweet Sixteen! I am excited to offer the next set of digital EQ8 Block Library files for the AccuQuilt Qubes.  These files include 60 gorgeous Sixteen patch Patch variation block designs that you can load into EQ8 Quilt design software.

    EQ8 is Quilt Design Software by The Electric Quilt Company.  I design my quilts in EQ8, I teach EQ8 and I use EQ8 in my original patterns. I love this design software! It is so versatile and let’s you design your own beautiful quilts with any block design.

    These block designs work with the AccuQuilt GO! Qube Mix & Match Block die sets.  You can use the Die Shapes in the GO! Qubes to cut out these blocks.

    These EQ8 Block Library files are downloadable digital files that are designed to work with your EQ8 Quilt Design Software.  They are only compatible with EQ8.  Once you place the block file in your library, you will be able to use it immediately to draw and design quilts.

    Required: A running copy of EQ8 Quilt Design Software.

    60 Beautiful Sixteen Patch Blocks!

    I have included 60 Sweet Sixteen Block designs with brand new, traditional and even familiar blocks. There are so many design possibilities in EQ8.

    These blocks are Sixteen Patch Blocks that can be cut out with your Go! Qube Mix & Match Set, no companion dies are needed.

    Since the Sixteen Patch design is based upon a 8 x 8 grid, your finished block sizes will finish larger as indicated in the chart below.

    The Sweet Sixteen block files are available for all Qube sizes.  You only need one size of EQ8 Qube files as EQ8 will let you resize the blocks.

    Complete Instructions including Die Cutting Guide!

    Each set of library blocks comes with a complete set of Instructions, a Block Reference Guide and a Die Cutting Guide.

    The Die Cutting Guide provides pictures of the Sweet Sixteen blocks and which shapes are needed from the Qube to cut out that block similar to the picture above.

    Please note:  If you have more than one size of Qube, you only need one size of library.  Once you have the EQ8 Library for AccuQuilt installed into EQ8, you can easily resize to your other size Qubes as it will scale properly.  You can certainly purchase other sizes for convenience, but it is not necessary.

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    Thank You!  And Happy Quilting!

    More Products Available!

    If you like designing and making your own quilts with EQ8 and AccuQuilt, check out some of my other products.

    Find GO! Friendly patterns and more Add-on EQ8 Block Libraries including the original 216 Four Patch Mix & Match designs, Nine Patch Party, Five Patch Fun, Sweet Sixteen, English Paper Piecing and four sets of BOB libraries.

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