The Ohio Star Quilt block has been around since the early 1800’s and is also known as the Variable Star, Eastern Star and Western Star Block. It was a popular block amongst pioneer quilters because it was an easy introduction to making quarter square triangles and it allowed the quilter to use lots of scraps …
The Dutchman’s Puzzle quilt block is an old design that originated in the very late 1800s. It creates a distinctive and lively block that can enhance most quilts. In this tutorial we show you the easiest way to make this traditional quilt block. Dutchman’s Puzzle Quilt Block History First a bit of history. The Dutchman’s …
The Clay’s Choice Quilt Block is a basic combination of simple squares and Half-Square Triangles to create an elongated pinwheel with an inner pinwheel. It’s a great design element to add vibracy to a quilt and when grouped together in a quilt, the Clay’s Choice Quilt Block creates interesting secondary patterns of squares and Jewels. In …
If you are like me, you are sick and tired of the winter weather. Let’s welcome in spring with this cute floral mug rug. Materials needed: ¼ yard of background fabric 4” square of flower A fabric 4” square of flower B fabric 3” x 5” piece of green fabric 2” square of flower center …
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The Spinner Quilt Block is a another simple block that can be used to good affect in a range of different quilt patterns. It is a relatively easy block that is suitable for beginners and each block can be created in 15 minutes or so once you are up and running. Below we have included …
The Maple Leaf quilt block is one of the true classics of quilting. It has been made since the days of pioneers and was inspired by nature. It is a attractive block that looks good in reds, yellows and oranges in honor of its inspiration. Why not make one for this fall? A Maple Leaf …
The Friendship Star Quilt block is a great place to start for quilters learning the craft. The Friendship Star Quilt Block is essentially comprised of a simple nine patch block with a few half square triangles tossed in for fun. The Friendshuip Star Block can be used as a part of a wide range of …
The Shoo Fly Quilt block is one of the most frequently seen quilt blocks out there. It is used to make attractive quilts with a rural feel to them, reflecting this block’s origins. The Shoo Fly quilt block is a terrific block for the beginner quilter because it contains only half square triangles and cut …
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Learn how to make half square triangles to create blocks for use in a range of popular quilts with this tutorial. Making half square triangles doesn’t have to be difficult and I’ve explained it below in simple and easy-to-follow directions. On some estimates, up to 80% of quilt patterns include half square triangles, or HSTs …
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I hope you all received all the quilty gifts you asked for. I didn’t have a big list this year because the one thing I really wanted was an Apple Pencil for my iPad. What does that have to do with quilting you might be wondering? Well, the iPad or any tablet that lets you …
