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How to Make a Chain Variation Quilt Block

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Make a Chain Variation Quilt Block
Today let's look at how to sew this Chain variation block. It makes a great alternating block. The original design was for a 10" block but I wanted a 12" block so I added to it. While the block is easy (all squares and rectangles), there are small pieces to work with! 

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How to Piece the Easy Pinwheel Mosaic Quilt Block

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Piece the Easy Pinwheel Mosaic Quilt Block
Let's take a look at this variation of a mosaic block that I'm calling Pinwheel Mosaic. With only half square triangles and flying geese, the block goes together quickly. 

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How to Make the Traditional Magic Circle Quilt Block (or a different coloring of the Prairie Flower)

Posted by Elaine Huff on

How to Make the Traditional Magic Circle Quilt Block (or a different coloring of the Prairie Flower)
Today let's sew together this cute and easy block called Magic Circle. It was first published in the Ladies Art Company and I don't know why it was called Magic Circle - I don't see a circle anywhere! Let's get started!

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How to Make a County Fair Quilt Block

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How to Make a County Fair Quilt Block
Today let's sew together this pretty star block called County Fair. It uses only half square triangles and snowballed corners so it goes together fairly easily!

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Last Minute Quilting & Sewing Projects for Christmas

Posted by Elaine Huff on

Last Minute Quilting & Sewing Projects for Christmas
Wow! It's the week of Thanksgiving! How did that happen? I don't have the next tutorial finished yet but wanted to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and show what I've been sewing and what I've got lined up for sewing before Christmas. Maybe you'll get some last minute inspiration!

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