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Heart Quilt Block Tutorial and Layout Options

    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!… 

    Contrary Wife Quilt Block Tutorial

      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… 

      Glory Be Quilt Block Free Tutorial

        Today let’s sew together this easy, beginner-friendly Glory Be quilt block. I actually think this is four blocks with sashing but that’s not the way it’s presented. The Glory Be appeared in Quiltmaker in 1992.… 

        Seesaw Traditional Quilt Block Pattern

          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… 

          Easy Continental Quilt Block Tutorial

            Today let’s give this quick and easy Continental quilt block a try! With only half square triangles, squares, and rectangles, the Continental goes together in a flash. It’s a great traditional star-type block. Typically it’s… 

            Easy Railroad Quilt Block Tutorial

              Today let’s sew together this easy Railroad quilt block. With only half square triangles and four-patches, this block goes together quickly and easily. I decided to do this block as a scrappy block and I… 

              Road to Tennessee Quilt Block Tutorial

                Today let’s look at the quick and easy Road to Tennessee quilt block. There are lots of ways to arrange this block but we’ll start with the original. Let’s get sewing! Fabric Requirements for a… 

                Another Easy Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial

                  Today let’s sew together this Ribbon Star quilt block. With only two colors and easy piecing, this Ribbon Star goes together fast and looks great! I’ve included fabric requirements for a 13.5″ finished block and… 

                  Free Jacob’s Ladder Quilt Block Tutorial

                    Looking for a classic quilt block that’s easy to make and full of timeless charm? The Jacob’s Ladder block is a perfect choice! This 12″ block is made entirely with half-square triangles and simple squares,… 

                    Easy Chain and Hourglass Quilt Block Tutorial

                      Today let’s look at the Chain and Hourglass quilt block. This quick and easy block is great for beginners. You only need two fabrics (a light and a dark) but I think it would be… 

                      Easy Picket Fence Quilt Block Tutorial

                        Today let’s sew together a Picket Fence quilt block. This beginner-friendly block is really quick to create and can be arranged a number of ways for different looking quilts! There are also several other blocks… 

                        Pinwheel Quilt Block Pattern

                          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… 

                          Providence Quilt Block Pattern – Beginner Friendly

                            The Providence quilt block is a classic star design that comes together quickly and is perfect for confident beginners and seasoned quilters alike. Finishing at 10″, this block uses straightforward piecing to create a crisp,… 

                            Traditional Quilt Block Pattern – Grandma’s Choice

                              Today let’s look at the traditional quilt block Grandma’s Choice! Of course, it goes by several other names – Fanny’s Favorite, Diamond Ring, Old Favorite, etc. And there are other blocks called Grandma’s (or Grandmother’s)… 

                              Easy Pattern – Prairie Flower Quilt Block

                                Time for another easy quilt block – the Prairie Flower quilt block! The Prairie Flower quilt block is a sweet nod to simpler times, with a look that feels both timeless and welcoming. At 12″… 

                                Churn Dash Quilt Block and Variation

                                  So today we’re going to look at the easy beginner Churn Dash quilt block. I also did a variation that I’ll show at the end. This is one of those basic traditional quilt blocks that… 

                                  Easy Quilt Block Pattern – Santa Fe Trail

                                    Today we’re going to look at this easy quilt block called the Santa Fe Trail. There are other quilt blocks and patterns that go by the same name but the one we’re concerned with was… 

                                    Wandering Star Free Quilt Block Tutorial

                                      Today let’s look at the Wandering Star quilt block. This traditional quilt block is a variation of the Friendship Star block. It’s quick and easy – if you can sew together a Half-Square Triangle, you’re…