The Joseph’s Coat quilt block is a timeless design rich with symbolism and history, evoking the vibrant story of Joseph’s coat of many colors from the Bible. This tutorial presents a simplified variation of this…
Let’s take a look at this Boxed Star quilt block that is inspired by the Box Quilt block tutorial I did recently. It is an easy, beginner-friendly block that can be colored and/or arranged in…
Hello, quilting aficionados! Today, we’re stepping into the cozy, traditional world of quilting with a delightful twist on the classic Next Door Neighbor quilt block. This easy-to-follow tutorial is designed to guide even the most…
Hey there, quilt lovers! Get ready to dive into the charming world of quilting with our easy, step-by-step guide on crafting the Mosaic #6 quilt block. This delightful 12″ block, a close cousin to the…
The Trees in the Park quilt block stands as a testament to the timeless beauty of this craft. This classic design looks amazingly modern and is a quick and delightful project, offering both the joy…
Today we’re going to learn how to piece the lovely Mosaic #2 quilt block. This cute block with a pinwheel in the center is part of a series of Mosaic blocks that was published by…
The Sandhills Star quilt block, steeped in tradition and sometimes referred to as the “Blossoming Cactus” block, was first published in the Kansas City Star. While obviously being a star block, it can also be…
In my last blog post tutorial, we looked at the State Fair Block which was traditionally made with a specific alternating block. Today, we’ll sew together that alternating block. While it probably was originally constructed…
Welcome to the Birds and Star quilt block tutorial! In this guide, we will create a stunning 12″ finished block using only half-square triangles and square-in-a-square units, perfect for the confident beginner. The versatility of…
Today let’s look at the Crossroads America quilt block. It has several other names – City Park, Flower Fields, Galaxy, Night Watch, Under Blue Mountain Skies, etc. That’s a bunch! The components of the block…
Today let’s look at this lovely star quilt block called State Fair Block. There are several blocks that go by the same name but we’ll look at this older one. Traditionally, it is paired with…
Today let’s learn how to piece the Treasure Box quilt block. This traditional block can look so different just by changing the color placement – lots of fun to play around with! It uses only…
Let’s take a look at how to sew the All Hallows quilt block. This traditional star block makes a beautiful secondary Pinwheel design when multiple blocks are sewn together. It uses only Half Square Triangles,…
Let’s take a look at this classic quilt block called Four Squares. It is fairly easy with just squares, rectangles and flying geese components and creates a secondary star design when multiple blocks are sewn…
The Swamp Angel quilt block, a striking star pattern, uses only Hourglass, Half Square Triangles, and squares, making it a straightforward yet visually dynamic addition to any quilt. The interplay of these simple shapes forms…
This classic quilt block called Memory Block goes together easily to make a beautiful quilt. It uses just half square triangles, hourglass patches, squares, and one rectangle to make a delightful block that creates a…
Here are more than 30 of our most popular star quilt block patterns to help inspire you to create your next quilt! Star blocks are always a favorite of quilters (and me!). I guess all…
Creating visually stunning quilts often involves blending two (or more) classic block patterns to create a totally different look. Among the most captivating designs are chain and alternating quilt blocks, which combine timeless elegance with…
The Cups and Saucers quilt block is a quick one to sew and makes a stunning quilt. I’ve chosen to make a scrappy version but it looks great as a two-color block too. The block…
Today let’s learn how to piece this beautiful Columbian Star quilt block. The block was first published by the Ladies Art Company – a company that was formed in 1889 and was the first to…
I fell in love with the Columbian Star quilt block when I did the tutorial for it awhile back (picture below). I wanted to do something with it but didn’t have very much of the…