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…
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…
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…
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’s an easy quilt block that has a lot of color placement interpretations. Plus it makes a very interesting quilt! I have some layout examples at the end (including a scrappy one). Let’s jump in!…
This variation of the Tile Puzzle block makes an awesome looking quilt and is beginner friendly! It uses only squares and half square triangle units to create a complex-looking block. Let’s get started! Fabric Requirements…
The Triplet quilt block is easy to create and makes an interesting quilt. With only Hourglass units and squares plus using only two colors, it goes together quickly. It was first published in the Kansas…
Today let’s look at a second version of the Loop the Loop quilt block. A few days ago I did a tutorial for the Loop the Loop block and realized there was more than one…
Here’s an easy block to make for a Valentine’s Day project – directions include fabric requirements for two sizes of block – 9″ and 12″. So dig into your scrap stash and let’s get to…
Today let’s learn how to make this easy traditional block called Nine Patch Star. The beauty of this block is the star that appears when it’s made into a quilt! Let’s get sewing! Fabric Requirements…
The Crown of Thorns quilt block is an easy block that creates a lovely quilt. Traditionally it is made with only a light and dark (or medium) color but it looks beautiful with more colors…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Looking for a fast, easy quilt block with classic charm? The Odds and Ends block is a traditional favorite with a clever twist—it has built-in sashing and creates a striking star design when multiple blocks…
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…
It’s just about February so I thought I’d share my favorite Heart Quilt Block. It’s an easy block and uses up some of those pink or red scraps I know you have! Let’s get started!…
Today let’s look at the Contrary Wife quilt block. Now the one I’m going to show you how to sew is not the Contrary Wife block that shows up on the first page of Google…