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The Star and Octagon quilt block is a fun and surprisingly easy 10" pieced block that creates big impact with just half-square triangles, snowballed rectangles, and squares. 

The Ombre quilt block is a fresh, modern take on a classic diamond design, finishing at 10" and coming together with simple, beginner-friendly piecing.

The Algonquin Charm quilt block is a perfect reminder that simple shapes can create something truly special. This easy 10″ block comes together using only half square triangles, squares, and...

The Flying Square quilt block is one of those simple designs that really shines when you see it repeated across a quilt. This easy 10″ block is made entirely from...

Looking for a creative twist on the classic Card Trick quilt block? This tutorial explores two simple methods to make this iconic design, perfect for adding flair to your next project. We'll...

I'm thrilled to share with you today the sampler quilt I crafted featuring nine 10" blocks from my tutorials. Sampler quilts offer a refreshing variety, which I absolutely love, as...

Welcome to our Double Irish Chain quilt blocks tutorial, where you'll learn how to create one of the oldest and most cherished quilt patterns with ease! This scrappy version is...

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...

I ran across this easy quilt block and thought it would make a great beginner-friendly tutorial. The Diamond Panes block by Nancy Cabot is similar to ones you find when...

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...

Let's sew together this easy block. The Georgia quilt block is a traditional design that was published in Hearth & Home, a crafting magazine, and later in Workbasket as the...

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 -...

As Valentine's Day is just around the corner, here's another scrappy Heart quilt block. This block is easy and goes together fast. I'm also including fabric requirements for 6", 8",...

This beautiful Domino quilt block is so easy to put together! The pattern is beginner-friendly and uses only squares plus rectangles to make the modified flying geese units and it...

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!...

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!

The Rocky Mountain Chain block uses easy pieced patches that join to form a complex-looking block. Let's create one using four colors! 

Mrs. Keller is a variation of the beloved Nine Patch quilt block. This scrappy version is a stash buster for sure. 

This Sunday Best quilt block was designed by Judy Martin. With just squares and rectangles, it's an easy block to stitch together. Let's get started!

The Providence quilt block is a fast and easy star design perfect for confident beginners and seasoned quilters alike and looks beautiful in a variety of color palettes.

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...