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How to Piece the Traditional Quilt Block called Pinwheels and Sawtooth
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's sew together the Pinwheels and Sawtooth quilt block! With only Half Square Triangles, it goes together quick and easy. Traditionally, this block is only made with two colors and a light background, but as usual I had to be a bit different. I think the extra color adds more interest to the block.
- Tags: 12" Blocks, Tutorials
Duck's Foot in the Mud Quilt Block Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Welcome to the tutorial on how to make the Duck's Foot in the Mud quilt block! How can you not make this block with a name like that?!? This traditional quilt block goes by many names, including Bear Paw, and is known for its cute and playful design.
- Tags: Nine Patch Blocks, Tutorials
Free Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's look at the Christmas Star quilt block. With Christmas just around the corner, you probably won't have time to make anything with this block this year but why not get a head start on next year! This traditional Christmas Star quilt block that I'll be demonstrating in this tutorial is attributed to the Kansas City Star. Let's jump in!
Traditional Quilt Block - Eddystone Light
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today we're going to look at the traditional quilt block Eddystone Light. I was drawn to this block - was it the star (I'm partial to star blocks) or the outside border? Either way, it's a fun block to do - not super easy but not too difficult either. I was also intrigued by the name Eddystone Light so I did some research.
Free Uneven Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's sew up an Uneven Log Cabin quilt block! This variation (also known as an Off-Center Log Cabin) of the ever-popular log cabin adds a curve by using different width strips.
- Tags: Log Cabin & Variations, Tutorials
