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Free Uneven Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern

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Free Uneven Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern
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. 

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Another Pinwheel Variation Quilt Block Tutorial

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Another Pinwheel Variation Quilt Block Tutorial
I found another variation of a Pinwheel block that I think is interesting. It is fairly easy and quick to sew together. It reminds me of the Duck Tracks block I did a tutorial for awhile back.

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Free Eight Pointed Star Quilt Block Tutorial

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Free Eight Pointed Star Quilt Block Tutorial
This variation of an Eight Pointed Star quilt block goes together quickly and makes a nice secondary design in a quilt. Lots of star blocks are called Eight Pointed Star - this one could be considered a variation of the Ohio Star block as well. 

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How to Sew This Easy, Scrappy Split Nine Patch Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial

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How to Sew This Easy, Scrappy Split Nine Patch Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Today I dug into my scraps to bring you this tutorial for a beginner-friendly, scrappy block called Split Nine Patch. With only Half Square Triangles and squares, the block goes together quickly and has lots of layout options.

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How to Create the Orion's Wheel Quilt Block - Free Tutorial

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How to Create the Orion's Wheel Quilt Block - Free Tutorial
Let's sew together an Orion's Wheel block today! The block is fairly easy and uses only half square triangles, flying geese and squares in its construction.

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