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How to Sew a Four Patch Scrappy Heart Quilt Block

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Sew a Four Patch Scrappy Heart Quilt Block
Today let's create a charming Four Patch Scrappy Heart quilt block that is perfect for a Valentine's Day project. This beginner-friendly tutorial offers a simple yet captivating design, using scrap fabric and straightforward techniques. You can craft this adorable block in three different sizes, providing versatility for your quilting projects.

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How to Sew a Beggar's Block (or Roman Square) Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial

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How to Sew a Beggar's Block (or Roman Square) Quilt Block - a Free Tutorial
The Beggar's Blocks (or Roman Square or Cats and Mice) is a very easy quilt block. With only rectangles and a square, the block goes together so quickly! While it is simple, there are many ways to change it up to create completely different looks. I especially like it as a scrappy block!

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How to Sew this Scrappy Pine Tree Quilt Block called Spruce - a Free Tutorial

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Sew this Scrappy Pine Tree Quilt Block called Spruce - a Free Tutorial
Here's a tutorial for a scrappy pine tree quilt block that I'm calling Spruce. This is a large (20" x 20") block that will be great for a holiday wall hanging or pillow. With only Half Square Triangles, squares and strips the Spruce block is easy to construct! So dig into your scrap stash and let's get sewing!

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The Diamond Panes Quilt Block - Beginner Friendly Free Tutorial

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The Diamond Panes Quilt Block - Beginner Friendly Free Tutorial
I ran across this easy quilt block and thought it would make a great beginner-friendly tutorial. The Diamond Panes block by Nancy Cabot is similar to ones you find when doing a search but this version has fewer seams and creates a different design when sewn into a quilt. I have lots of layout suggestions at the end of the tutorial.

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How to Sew an Alabama Quilt Block Variation - a Free Tutorial

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How to Sew an Alabama Quilt Block Variation - a Free Tutorial
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. 

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