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Looking for a classic quilt block with a touch of intrigue? The Hidden Star block is a beautiful 12" traditional design that’s simple to piece but makes a striking impact. Perfect...

This variation of the traditional Churn Dash (or Shoofly or Monkey Wrench) block keeps the simplicity and charm of the original while adding a bit more interest.

The Linoleum quilt block is so easy, you'll have a quilt made in a flash and it creates a wonderful secondary design! The block is made with just squares, rectangles,...

This Sun Rays block is a lovely, simple block that uses the triangle in a square unit to make the star points. This is a great block to practice on...

Today let's look at this traditional quilt block called Blocks and Stars - a bold and versatile 12" design that brings classic elements together with striking results. 

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...

This version of the Braced Star quilt block is quick and easy to create and uses only a light, medium and dark colored fabric. It's construction is based off of...

The Quatrefoil quilt block (also called the Quarterfoil block) is a traditional block that is easy to sew together and it makes a beautiful quilt! Typically it is made with just...

This Weathervane quilt block is the classic block done in three colors. It is an easy, quick block that is perfect for beginners. 

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,...

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! The traditional block is...

The name of this block is Pinwheel Quilt but I'm not sure why - there's no pinwheel in it! Learn an easy way to get those on-point four square patches...

Today let's look at the Tunnels quilt block and several layout options. It is an interesting block because when you create a quilt with this block, a secondary diamond pattern...

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. 

Today let's sew together this traditional quilt block called Broken Window. Usually only two colors are used (a dark and a light) to create this block but I had to...

Today let's look at the traditional Silver Lane quilt block. The traditional coloring is with four shades of one color plus the light background but I decided to throw a...

The Indian Puzzle quilt block is a striking traditional design that offers endless creative possibilities. Made with classic units like flying geese, half-square triangles, and simple squares, this 3-color 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 a 9" finished block. 

This traditional Triangles quilt block only uses Flying Geese and Half Square Triangles to make a delightful pattern. It's not too difficult - a confident beginner will be able to...

Today let's look at this cute 8" block called Rolling Star. This Rolling Star quilt block is an easy block to piece together. If you can snowball a corner, you're...

The Double Nine Patch quilt block is an easy but very versatile block - great for the beginner as well as more advanced quilters. It also is a good stash buster.