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Traditional Quilt Block – Friendship Block

    Today we’re going to create the traditional quilt block called Friendship Block – not to be confused with the Friendship Star quilt block! It is a lovely block that finishes at 12″ square and uses… 

    How to Sew a Summer Wind Quilt Block

      Today we’re going to sew together the traditional Summer Wind Quilt Block. We’ve had our share of wind this summer so I thought this block was appropriate! A little bit of history – this block… 

      Free Quilt Block Pattern – Four Corners

        Today we’re going to piece together a traditional quilt block called Four Corners. When I was a wee girl, we lived in Farmington, NM and I remember going to Four Corners and standing in four… 

        How to Sew a Garden Path Quilt Block

          Looking to add a touch of charm and movement to your next quilt? The Garden Path quilt block is a beautiful choice! This 12″ block features a diamond-shaped frame that gently guides the eye through your… 

          How to Sew an Aunt Sukey’s Choice Quilt Block

            Let’s sew an Aunt Sukey’s Choice quilt block today! This 12″ finished block appeared in the Ladies Art Company publication way back when. It is a sweet traditional block that sews up quickly! Let’s get… 

            Last Minute Christmas Gift

              Here’s a last minute Christmas gift I made shortly before Christmas. A simple mug rug using Quiltsmart fusible grid interfacing and Hobbs fusible batting. (I lost my pictures in the original blog post and when… 

              How to Sew a Mrs. Bryan’s Choice Quilt Block

                Let’s learn how to sew a Mrs. Bryan’s Choice quilt block today. This uncomplicated 12″ block is made using just Flying Geese and squares for a classic look. The traditional coloring is for three colors… 

                Birds in the Air Quilt Block Pattern

                  Let’s learn how to sew a Birds in the Air quilt block! This easy block is used in making lots of other blocks. Hmm, if you put it on point, it could be called Fish in the… 

                  Free Pattern – Union Star Quilt Block

                    Let’s sew together a 12″ Union Star Quilt Block today! This one looks a lot harder than it really is so let’s get started! Fabric Requirements for a 12″ Finished Union Star Quilt Block: Light/White:… 

                    Traditional Turkey in the Straw Quilt Block

                      Today let’s look at the traditional quilt block called Turkey in the Straw. Of course this block has several other names – Joy Bells, Eight Hands Around, Swing in the Center. The names Turkey in… 

                      Windblown Quilt Block Pattern

                        Today let’s piece together a Windblown quilt block! It’s been so windy lately, I figured that a tutorial for the Windblown block was in order! This block can be constructed entirely of half-square triangles (HST)… 

                        Traditional Quilt Block with No Name!

                          Today let’s work on this traditional quilt block that has no name! That doesn’t happen very often – maybe we should decide on a name for it. The block finishes at 12″ square. I usually… 

                          Windmill Quilt Block Pattern

                            This 8″ Windmill Quilt Block is similar to the Pinwheel block but with an extra zip to it. Let’s sew one together today. First I’m going to show the traditional way of constructing this block.… 

                            Free Pattern – Paddle Wheel Quilt Block

                              The Paddle Wheel quilt block that I’m going to show you goes together quickly because of the strip sets. It is put together using partial seam construction but not hard at all. I should mention… 

                              Streak of Lightning Quilt Layouts

                                The Streak of Lightning quilt block tutorial that I did a while back has been really popular and I had a couple of requests for layouts so here they are! If you missed the tutorial, you can… 

                                Free Pattern – Four Patch Log Cabin Quilt Block

                                  Here’s another quilt block to use up those skinny strips you’ve been saving! The Four Patch Log Cabin quilt block is easy to do and finishes at 10″ square. I’m not sure why it’s called… 

                                  Free Pattern – Braced Star Quilt Block

                                    Today let’s sew together a Braced Star quilt block! It finishes at 12″ and goes together on a diagonal grid. I also have several layout ideas toward the end of the post to help spark… 

                                    Four Patch Log Cabin Quilt Layouts

                                      I’ve had a couple of requests for layouts of the Four Patch Log Cabin quilt block that I did a while back. Here are a few different ways you can lay out the blocks. You… 

                                      Easy Quilt Block Pattern – Album

                                        Let’s sew together this easy quilt block pattern called Album. Yes, I know, there are lots of other quilt blocks out there that are also named Album. I think (no scientific research on this) that… 

                                        Free Pattern – Hot Cross Quilt Block

                                          Today let’s sew together this traditional quilt block called Hot Cross. I assume it’s named after hot cross buns but that’s only a guess! It is easier than it looks so let’s get started! Fabric…