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Another Easy Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial

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Another Easy Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial
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. 

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How to Sew the Easy Double Nine Patch Quilt Block

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How to Sew the Easy Double Nine Patch Quilt Block
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.

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Scrappy Quilt Block Tutorial - Old Grey Goose

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Scrappy Quilt Block Tutorial - Old Grey Goose
Today let's look at this scrappy quilt block called Old Grey Goose. It is pretty easy to put together and is a great way to use up those scraps you've been saving! Additionally, I have an alternate method for completing this block that I'll show you at the end. 

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Road to Tennessee Quilt Block Tutorial

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Road to Tennessee Quilt Block Tutorial
Today let's look at the quick and easy Road to Tennessee quilt block. There are lots of ways to arrange this block but we'll start with the original. Let's get sewing!

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Easy Railroad Quilt Block Tutorial

Posted by Elaine Huff on

Easy Railroad Quilt Block Tutorial
Today let's sew together this easy Railroad quilt block. With only half square triangles and four-patches, this block goes together quickly and easily. I decided to do this block as a scrappy block and I think it turned out great but you could certainly do it with only a light and a dark or medium fabric. 

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