Here are 12 blocks that use only Half Square Triangle (HST) and squares. Easy, fun and pretty designs for the beginner or more advanced quilter. The Half Square Triangle has long been a staple in…
Here are two methods for making eight Half Square Triangle blocks at once. One method worked great – the other not so much! This is a complement to my original tutorial for making Half Square…
Looking for an alternative to the Double Wedding Ring quilt? Try out this easy Wedding Rings pattern instead using just Half Square Triangles and squares! Update! There are several layout options at the end of…
Today let’s look at this cute 8″ block called Rolling Star. This Rolling Star quilt block is an easy block to piece together. If you can snowball a corner, you’re good to go on this…
Today let’s look at this classic quilt block called Watermill that was originally published in Grandmother Clark’s Patchwork Quilt Designs circa 1930. This easy block traditionally is made with just a light and a dark…
The Rocky Mountain Chain block uses easy pieced patches that join to form a complex-looking block. Let’s create one using four colors! The traditional block only uses a light and dark fabric but I had…
Today let’s piece together the Double Nine Patch quilt block. This is an easy but very versatile block – great for the beginner as well as more advanced quilters. It looks good by itself and…
Today let’s piece together this scrappy version of the easy Broken Dishes quilt block. The block traditionally is completely done with scraps but looks great with only two colors – just make sure you have…
The Hay’s Corner uses simple blocks to create a more complex design. Easy, beginner friendly and quick to sew together. Let’s get started! I thought that the name of this block must have some significance.…
Today let’s look at this scrappy quilt block called Old Grey Goose. It is pretty easy to put together and is a great way to use up those scraps you’ve been saving! Additionally, I have…
Today I dug into my scraps to bring you this tutorial for a beginner-friendly, scrappy block called Split Nine Patch. With only Half Square Triangles and squares, the block goes together quickly and has lots…
This easy Windmill block is made entirely of Half Square Triangles and squares – super quick! Plus it creates secondary windmills when sewn in a quilt. It reminds me of those big blades on wind…
Today let’s look at this easy Variable Star. First off – it goes by a ton of different names: Happy Home, Star of Virginia, Henry of the West, Star of Hope, Flying Crow to name…
Looking for a classic quilt block with a touch of intrigue? The Hidden Star block is a beautiful 12″ traditional design that’s simple to piece but makes a striking impact. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting…
This easy block uses just squares and rectangles to create a design that alternates light and dark fabrics for a delightful quilt. While the units can be made like a typical Nine Patch block, I’ve…
The Linoleum quilt block is so easy, you’ll have a quilt made in a flash! And it creates a wonderful secondary design! The block is made with just squares, rectangles, and a modified Square in…
Today let’s look at the Monkey Wrench quilt block. It is an easy and quick block to sew together. The Monkey Wrench block has been around a long time – it was published in the…
The Chicago Geese block is easy and quick to sew together. It’s sort of Log Cabin, sort of Flying Geese, and looks very similar to the Wild Goose Chase block. Traditionally, the pattern is made…
The pattern for a basic little Pinwheel block is so easy and so versatile. It is used in making so many other blocks but is also great on its own. The Pinwheel block also makes…
This traditional quilt block called Seesaw is a great confident beginner quilt block that experienced quilters will enjoy too. With only snowballed rectangles and flying geese, the block creates a pinwheel in the center that…
Let’s sew together a Fair and Square quilt block today! This 12″ traditional block appeared in the Kansas City Star and is a fun easy block to put together. Let’s get started! Update: I now have…