The October block of the month is quilter's choice with a Halloween theme. Anything goes! You could use Halloween novelty prints, combine solids in Halloween colors, applique a jack-o-lantern or bat, paper piece candy corn, create a spider web block, etc. Here are some images to get you thinking.
The block should measure 12.5" x 12.5". Make one block or many blocks. Bring your block(s) to the October 2nd meeting for a chance to win them all.
Some of the fun blocks from last October.
Candy Apples
Unsalted butter, for parchment paperUnsalted butter, for parchment paper2 cups sugar2 cups sugar3/4 cup water3/4 cup water1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup light corn syrup1/2 teaspoon red food coloring1/2 teaspoon red food coloring6 medium apples6 medium apples
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; butter parchment, and set aside. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, 3/4 cup water, corn syrup, and food coloring, if using. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-high. Insert candy thermometer and continue to boil until temperature reaches between 300 degrees and 310 degrees (hard crack stage), about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, insert a wooden stick into the top of each apple, pushing about halfway through; set aside. When mixture reaches temperature, immediately remove from heat. Working quickly, dip apples in sugar mixture until completely coated. Transfer to prepared baking sheet; allow to cool.
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