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Duck's Foot in the Mud Quilt Block Free Tutorial

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Duck's Foot in the Mud Quilt Block Free Tutorial
Welcome to the tutorial on how to make the Duck's Foot in the Mud quilt block! How can you not make this block with a name like that?!? This traditional quilt block goes by many names, including Bear Paw, and is known for its cute and playful design.

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Free Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern

Posted by Elaine Huff on

Free Christmas Star Quilt Block Pattern
Today let's look at the Christmas Star quilt block. With Christmas just around the corner, you probably won't have time to make anything with this block this year but why not get a head start on next year! This traditional Christmas Star quilt block that I'll be demonstrating in this tutorial is attributed to the Kansas City Star. Let's jump in!

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Traditional Quilt Block - Eddystone Light

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Traditional Quilt Block - Eddystone Light

Today we're going to look at the traditional quilt block Eddystone Light. I was drawn to this block - was it the star (I'm partial to star blocks) or the outside border? Either way, it's a fun block to do - not super easy but not too difficult either. I was also intrigued by the name Eddystone Light so I did some research. 

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Free Uneven Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern

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Free Uneven Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern
Today let's sew up an Uneven Log Cabin quilt block! This variation (also known as an Off-Center Log Cabin) of the ever-popular log cabin adds a curve by using different width strips. 

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Another Pinwheel Variation Quilt Block Tutorial

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Another Pinwheel Variation Quilt Block Tutorial
I found another variation of a Pinwheel block that I think is interesting. It is fairly easy and quick to sew together. It reminds me of the Duck Tracks block I did a tutorial for awhile back.

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