Today let's sew together the super easy Darting Birds quilt block! Using only half square triangles and squares, this traditional block goes together fast. As simple as it is, Darting Birds makes for several different layouts.
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Today let's take a look at this Lone Star quilt block. This block's creation is attributed to Alice Brooks, a name created by a New York needlework syndicate called Old Chelsea Station (among several other names). It is not the traditional quilt pattern that I associate with Lone Star but it is an easy and fun block.
Let's look at this variation of the Massachusetts quilt block today. Using only Half Square Triangle and Hourglass blocks plus two squares, it goes together quickly to create a lovely design. Traditionally, the block is made with only a light and a dark fabric but I wanted to create a block that would show off the design possibilities with four colors.
A beautiful quilted expression of the ancient Mayan symbol of the power of seeing and understanding unseen things. The four points in the block represent earth, air, fire, and water in the Mayan culture. Transform your fabric into a work of art that captivates the eye and inspires the soul.