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The Merry Kite is a lovely traditional quilt block that uses just flying geese and squares to sew together - perfect for the confident beginner and experienced quilter alike.

This classic quilt block is mostly made with Flying Geese and Half Square Triangles. While it's not a beginner block, it is fairly easy to sew together. Update: I've added...

Looking for an alternative to the Double Wedding Ring quilt? Try out this easy Wedding Rings pattern instead using just Half Square Triangles and squares!

The Star Pattern block is a variation of the popular Ohio Star block. What makes it fun is the star that forms when blocks are sewn together!

This scrappy star block is great for beginners because you can't lose your star points! It is a new and improved variation of a pattern I made a few years...

This scrappy Lattice Star block has a pinwheel in the middle. Plus it creates a wonderful secondary design when made into a quilt! 

The Rocky Mountain Chain block uses easy pieced patches that join to form a complex-looking block. Let's create one using four colors! 

This Crossroads Star variation is easy to sew together. Plus, it creates another star when sewn into a quilt!

I've been a fan of scrap quilts ever since I began quilting. In fact, at first I thought all quilts were scrap quilts! Joan Ford of Scraptherapy has some of...

The Thirteen Squares pattern is easy to sew together and creates a wonderful design across a quilt top! The block can be made with yardage or scraps (or both)!

The Hay's Corner uses simple blocks to create a more complex design. Easy, beginner friendly and quick to sew together. Let's get started!

Create this traditional block using only two fabrics. The high contrast between light and dark colors makes for a stunning graphic design. The block also goes by the name Blazing...

This easy Windmill block is made entirely of Half Square Triangles and squares - super quick! Plus it creates secondary windmills when sewn in a quilt. 

Looking for inspiration? Here are two books by Fabric Cafe - one is for precuts and the other is for three yard quilts. Easy, quick and satisfying!

This scrappy version of the Sunny Lanes quilt block  is easy to sew together and creates great graphic interest in a quilt! Plus it uses of a ton of 2"...

This delightful Winged Square block is simple to create with just eight Flying Geese blocks. Not your standard Winged Square, but lovely anyway! 

Looking for a classic quilt block with a touch of intrigue? The Hidden Star block is a beautiful 12" traditional design that’s simple to piece but makes a striking impact. Perfect...

Mrs. Keller is a variation of the beloved Nine Patch quilt block. This scrappy version is a stash buster for sure. 

Today I thought I'd share some tips for sewing an accurate quarter inch seam allowance when piecing your quilt blocks. There are several things that can affect your seam allowance...

This variation of the traditional Churn Dash (or Shoofly or Monkey Wrench) block keeps the simplicity and charm of the original while adding a bit more interest.

The Linoleum quilt block is so easy, you'll have a quilt made in a flash and it creates a wonderful secondary design! The block is made with just squares, rectangles,...