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How to Make the Cups and Saucers Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
The Cups and Saucers quilt block is a quick one to sew and makes a stunning quilt. I've chosen to make a scrappy version but it looks great as a two-color block too.
- Tags: 12" Blocks, Nine Patch Blocks, Tutorials
How to Sew the Blueberry Pie Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
Today let's learn how to piece this lovely star block called Blueberry Pie. With a name like that, what's not to love! It is made with Half Square Triangles, Flying Geese, and squares and I'll walk you through each step for a successful finish. Plus, for some inspiration, there are layout suggestions at the end.
How to Sew an Alabama Quilt Block Variation - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
This version of the Alabama Quilt Block is great as an alternating chain block and also creates a lovely quilt all on its own. The block is quick and easy to do with only square and rectangle pieces, making it a beginner-friendly quilt block.
Free Green Mountain Star Quilt Block Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
The Green Mountain Star quilt is a lovely large quilt block that makes for a beautiful quilt. Also known as Aunt Mary's Star the block uses snowballed rectangles, Hourglass and Flying Geese patches and goes together quickly! Since the block is large, you don't need to make too many blocks for a quilt top! Plus I'll show you some layout ideas.
How to Sew the Traditional Empire Cross Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
Posted by Elaine Huff on
The easy Empire Cross quilt block is a wonderful traditional block that creates wonderful secondary designs when made into a quilt. With only half square triangles, snowballed corners, and rectangles, the block goes together quickly. The classic block only has two colors and a background but I had to make it my own with four colors!
- Tags: 12" Blocks, Nine Patch Blocks, Tutorials
