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This classic 12" Women's Choice Variation quilt block combines half square triangles, flying geese, and squares into a striking diamond design.

The Valley Falls Square is an 18" beginner-friendly block that looks far more complex than it is to make. Built entirely from squares, rectangles, and simple snowballed corners, it's an...

Do you love a block that's fast and easy to make? This Split Nine Patch variation is built from just two simple units (half-square triangles and plain squares) and comes...

The Jamestown Square quilt block is a traditional 12" block with a clever twist - a crossroads design pieced over a center diamond creates a stunning pinwheel star pattern when...

If you're looking for a quilt block that punches well above its weight, Marion's Choice might just become your new favorite. This classic 10" block is wonderfully beginner-friendly.

If you've been looking for a block that delivers serious visual impact without demanding serious skill, Halley's Comet is about to become your new favorite. This beginner-friendly 10" block uses...

Learn how to make the Old Fashioned Quilt block with this easy step-by-step tutorial. This beginner-friendly 14" block uses just half-square triangles, squares, and rectangles — and works beautifully as...

If you love easy blocks with a cozy, scrappy look, this variation of the Granny’s Favorite quilt block is a wonderful one to try. Finishing at 10", this beginner-friendly block uses...

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 Framed Nine Patch and Framed Square quilt blocks are a perfect pairing for a refreshing, easy, scrappy quilt design. Both blocks are beginner-friendly and come in two versatile sizes.

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...

The Plaited quilt block is a fresh, modern take on the classic double wedding ring motif, featuring an interlocking ring design that looks far more complex than it actually is.

This blue and purple sampler quilt brings together twelve traditional quilt blocks in a calm, cohesive palette that lets each design shine while still working beautifully as a whole.

The Stars in a Star quilt block is a classic showstopper, packing three sparkling stars into one generous 16" block. Sewn with straightforward flying geese units and simple squares, this...

Bold, classic, and endlessly versatile, the Army Star quilt block is a favorite for good reason. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through an easy 16″ Army Star block that...

This variation of the Crown and Star quilt block is a stunning 16-inch design that looks complex but comes together with confident-beginner techniques you already know: Half Square Triangles, Flying...

Bold, graphic, and surprisingly simple, the Empire Star quilt block is a unique star design. This 12" block is constructed using just two units—hourglass blocks and snowballed rectangles.

Looking for a classic quilt block that’s easy to piece but still makes a stunning impact? This 12" Irish Chain variation—cousin to the well-known Double Irish Chain—delivers just that.

The White House Steps quilt block is a classic beauty with roots in early 1900's quilting, designed by Laura Wheeler (a fictional name used by the Needlecraft Service company) as...