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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 a Ranger’s Pride Quilt Block

      Today we’re going to learn how to sew a Ranger’s Pride quilt block! This block is fairly easy to put together with a simple Pinwheel block in the center and a border that’s applied using… 

      Free Pattern – Interlocking O’s Quilt Block

        Today we’re going to sew together this modern-looking traditional quilt block called Interlocking O’s. The pattern is attributed to Doris Dace but I couldn’t find any more information about it other than that. Let’s get… 

        Cluster of Stars Quilt Block Free Tutorial

          Today let’s sew together this cute Cluster of Stars quilt block! While you could certainly just make little 6″ Ohio Star blocks, the method of construction I’m going to show you makes for fewer seams.… 

          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… 

                                    Free Pattern – Streak of Lightning Quilt Block

                                      The Streak of Lightning quilt block is a great block for using up those skinnier strips you’ve been saving and finishes at 10″ square! It is similar to a Log Cabin block (you can find… 

                                      Free Pattern – Crowning Glory Quilt Block

                                        The Crowning Glory quilt block is a charming traditional block that makes for a lovely quilt. The four-color block is easier to make than it looks! So grab your fabrics and let’s get started on… 

                                        Easy Pattern – Boxed Squares Quilt Block

                                          Let’s sew together this easy pattern for a Boxed Squares quilt block today. It goes together quick, finishes at 14″ square and was designed by Maggie Malone (the quilter, not the athlete)! Maggie Malone is… 

                                          Free Pattern – Best of All Quilt Block

                                            The Best of All quilt block is a lovely traditional star quilt block that finishes at 12″ square. The double diamond design behind the double star is just beautiful! It is easy to sew together…