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How to Sew the Beginner-Friendly Quartered Star Quilt Block - a Friendship Star Variation - Free Tutorial

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How to Sew the Beginner-Friendly Quartered Star Quilt Block - a Friendship Star Variation - Free Tutorial
Let's take a look at the traditional Quartered Star quilt block today. It is a super easy block that is made entirely of half square triangles and squares and goes together quickly. The block also creates a beautiful lattice pattern when made into a quilt. Scrappy or planned, the Quartered Star is a great block for beginners and experienced quilters!

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The Traditional Starburst Quilt Block - Free Tutorial

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The Traditional Starburst Quilt Block - Free Tutorial
This gorgeous star quilt block is a delight for the eyes! The large 16" Starburst block also makes a wonderful secondary design when made into a quilt. I'll break down each part of the block into doable steps so you can successfully sew the block together.

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How to Sew the Salt Lake City Quilt Block - a Lovely Traditional Pieced Block

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How to Sew the Salt Lake City Quilt Block - a Lovely Traditional Pieced Block
Let's take a look at the Salt Lake City quilt block today. It is easier to sew together than you might think because I'll show you a simple method to piece that one complicated-looking component.

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How to Sew the Trees in the Park Traditional Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial

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How to Sew the Trees in the Park Traditional Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
The Trees in the Park quilt block stands as a testament to the timeless beauty of this craft. This classic design looks amazingly modern and is a quick and delightful project, offering both the joy of a swift creation and the satisfaction of a striking quilt that captures the essence of tradition in a modern embrace. Join me to explore the charm and versatility of the Trees in the Park quilt block.

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Free Tutorial for the Sandhills Star (or Blossoming Cactus) Quilt Block

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Free Tutorial for the Sandhills Star (or Blossoming Cactus) Quilt Block

The Sandhills Star quilt block, steeped in tradition and sometimes referred to as the "Blossoming Cactus" block, was first published in the Kansas City Star. While obviously being a star block, it can also be considered a weathervane block.

Sandhills Star is composed of four fabric colors set against a contrasting background. Your color placement can change the entire look of the block so you can create a quilt that is uniquely your own.

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