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The Box Quilt Block - an Easy, Beginner-Friendly Quilt Block Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Let's sew up this traditional Box Quilt block today. It is beginner-friendly and you could dig into your stash and/or scraps to make a beautiful quilt. This pattern is a little different than other Box Quilt blocks you can find online and is attributed to Nancy Page. Using only squares and rectangles, the block goes together fast! Let's check it out!
How to Sew the Quarter Log Cabin or Half Log Cabin Quilt Block
Posted by Elaine Huff on
The Quarter Log Cabin (which is also known as the Half Log Cabin) quilt block is a super easy beginner-friendly quilt block. The pattern is great for making scrappy quilts but can make a stunning planned quilt as well. Let's dive in to the basic instructions and then look at several ways you can easily modify the block to create a quilt that is uniquely your own!
How to Sew a Four Patch Scrappy Heart Quilt Block
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's create a charming Four Patch Scrappy Heart quilt block that is perfect for a Valentine's Day project. This beginner-friendly tutorial offers a simple yet captivating design, using scrap fabric and straightforward techniques. You can craft this adorable block in three different sizes, providing versatility for your quilting projects.
How to Sew a Beggar's Block (or Roman Square) Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
The Beggar's Blocks (or Roman Square or Cats and Mice) is a very easy quilt block. With only rectangles and a square, the block goes together so quickly! While it is simple, there are many ways to change it up to create completely different looks. I especially like it as a scrappy block!
How to Sew this Scrappy Pine Tree Quilt Block called Spruce - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Here's a tutorial for a scrappy pine tree quilt block that I'm calling Spruce. This is a large (20" x 20") block that will be great for a holiday wall hanging or pillow. With only Half Square Triangles, squares and strips the Spruce block is easy to construct! So dig into your scrap stash and let's get sewing!
