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How to Create a Right Hand of Fellowship Quilt Block

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Create a Right Hand of Fellowship Quilt Block
Today let's sew together a Right Hand of Fellowship quilt block. This version is an easier way for you to construct the block than the traditional method. It is quick, easy, and very striking! The coloring is the same as the classic block - just the piecing is different.

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How to Create an Easy Version of Dolly Madison's Star Quilt Block

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Create an Easy Version of Dolly Madison's Star Quilt Block
Today let's look at a simple version of the traditional Dolly (or Dolley) Madison's Star quilt block. This version is easy to sew together and looks great!

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Free Amish Star Quilt Block Tutorial

Posted by Elaine Huff on

Free Amish Star Quilt Block Tutorial
The Amish Star block is easier to construct than it looks. The design is based on a Nine Patch block with Half Square Triangles, Flying Geese and squares making up the patches. 

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Indian Puzzle Quilt Block Free Tutorial

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Indian Puzzle Quilt Block Free Tutorial
Today let's take a look at the Indian Puzzle quilt block. This three-color traditional block uses Flying Geese, Square in a Square and Half Square Triangles to form a very interesting block. At the end I show what happens when you change up the color placement and values. 

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Another Easy Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial

Posted by Elaine Huff on

Another Easy Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial
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 a 9" finished block. 

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