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Today let's sew together a Right Hand of Fellowship quilt block. This version is an easier way for you to construct the block than the traditional method. It is quick,...

Today let's look at a simple version of the traditional Dolly (or Dolley) Madison's Star quilt block. This version is easy to sew together and looks great! The traditional block is...

These are two of the best "how to quilt" books that I have found. I couldn't decide which one I like best, so I'm recommending them both. The first one is All Things...

Let's learn how to sew this lovely traditional quilt block. The name of this block is Pinwheel Quilt but I'm not sure why - there's no pinwheel in it! I'll...

Today let's look at the Tunnels quilt block and several layout options. It is an interesting block because when you create a quilt with this block, a secondary diamond pattern...

The Amish Star block is easier to construct than it looks. The design is based on a Nine Patch block with Half Square Triangles, Flying Geese and squares making up the patches. 

The Yankee Charm is a traditional quilt block that is easy to create and it's a good block to use up skinny strips for a scrappy look. With only Half...

Today let's sew together this traditional quilt block called Broken Window. Usually only two colors are used (a dark and a light) to create this block but I had to...

Today let's take a look at the traditional quilt block called Housewife. The name probably refers more to the chores of running a household rather than the person doing those chores....

Today let's look at the traditional Silver Lane quilt block. The traditional coloring is with four shades of one color plus the light background but I decided to throw a...

This interesting variation of the Dutchman's Puzzle has a star shape appear in the center, is made almost entirely of Flying Geese units, and uses partial seam construction. Additionally, when...

Today let's look at the Patience Corners quilt block. This beginner block is super easy with only three sizes of patches, no triangles, and lots of different looks depending on...

The Indian Puzzle quilt block is a striking traditional design that offers endless creative possibilities. Made with classic units like flying geese, half-square triangles, and simple squares, this 3-color block...

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. 

This traditional Triangles quilt block only uses Flying Geese and Half Square Triangles to make a delightful pattern. It's not too difficult - a confident beginner will be able to...

Today let's look at this cute 8" block called Rolling Star. This Rolling Star quilt block is an easy block to piece together. If you can snowball a corner, you're...

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.

The Sixteen Patch Stars quilt pattern is great for using up your stash or using fabrics from a collection. The PDF pattern is easy and produces a stunning quilt that will be the envy...

Today let's piece together this delightful traditional Sunflower quilt block. It's design starts with a basic Friendship Star block but then there's all the extra points layered in. Let's get...

Diagonally striped binding looks great on a quilt but unless you have diagonally striped fabric, bias binding is in order.

Today let's sew together a Rolling Squares quilt block. This block is a variation of the Rolling Stones quilt block. It's fairly easy - if you can snowball a corner, you're...