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Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of traditional quilting? Today, we'll be uncovering the charm and ease of the Housewife quilt block. This timeless design, featuring a mesmerizing pinwheel center and elegant flying geese, has captivated quilters for generations. Let's embark on an exploration of the artistic ingenuity and skillful techniques that bring this enduring block to life.
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Calling all quilting enthusiasts! Today, we delve into the fascinating world of the Indian Puzzle quilt block, designed by Elaine Huff of Fabric406. This traditional beauty boasts a captivating design built with just three colors and a combination of Flying Geese, Square in a Square, and Half Square Triangle units. Ready to unlock its secrets?
This free tutorial will guide you step-by-step through the construction process, from cutting your fabric to assembling the final masterpiece. Learn valuable techniques and discover how these seemingly simple components come together to create a visually stunning block.
What are you waiting for? Unleash your creativity and embark on this exciting quilting journey with the Indian Puzzle block! Remember, the tutorial is readily available, waiting to equip you with the knowledge and skills to bring this unique block to life.
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If you are looking for a fun and challenging block to make, check out the Cactus Compass block by Mary Pfeiler of Quilting on the Square. This block is part of the free block pattern series from Wombatquilts.com, and it features a stunning design inspired by the Christmas cactus plant. You can play with different color combinations to create your own unique version of this block. The pattern is free and easy to download from the link below.
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Celebrate the festive season with this lovely Christmas pillow pattern. It features colorful gift boxes on a dark background that create a striking contrast. You can use a mini charm pack of 2 1/2″ squares or your own fabric scraps to make the gift boxes. The pillow cover fits an 18″ by 18″ pillow form for a cozy and plump look. You can also turn the pillow cover into a small quilt for your wall or table. The designer, Vanessa Goertzen from Lella Boutique, shows you how to do the vertical matchstick quilting that adds texture and style to the pillow. You can find the free pattern and the fabric collection used by the designer at the link below.
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If you love star quilts, you'll love Starlight, a new pattern by Fran Gulick of Cotton and Joy. This pattern features layer cake squares from the Everglow collection by Tula Pink for Free Spirit Fabrics, and it's perfect for showcasing the vibrant colors and prints. Starlight is easy to make with half-square triangles, and it creates a stunning patchwork effect. Jenny Doan shows you how to sew this quilt step by step in her tutorial. Click the link below and get ready to shine with Starlight!
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If you love bright and beautiful fabrics, you will enjoy making this Grand Adventures Quilt with Wildwood Way Digitally Printed Patty Cake by RJR. This fabric collection features stunning digital prints that capture the colors and details of nature. The Grand Adventures Quilt is a modern twist on the classic Delectable Mountains block, and it's easy to make with Jenny's tutorial. You can find the free PDF pattern and the video link below, along with the list of supplies you need. Have fun quilting!
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A camping quilt is a perfect way to decorate your baby's nursery with a sense of adventure and fun. You can use this free pattern from House of Spoon to make a colorful and charming quilt that features different camping scenes and motifs.
To start, you'll need to gather some fabrics in various colors and prints. You can use leftover scraps or buy new fabric for this project. Then, follow the pattern directions to cut out and sew the quilt blocks.
You can download the pattern and motifs for free here
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Learn how to create stunning quilt blocks with a simple slicing technique. In this tutorial, you will see how to cut two blocks of contrasting colors along the diagonal and swap the pieces to make two new blocks. You can arrange the blocks in various ways to create different quilt patterns. Follow the link below for the step-by-step instructions.
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TJ wrote: I call this block the Mistake Star, because I made a mistake in the original pattern and ended up with a different star than I planned! But Crystal and my niece liked the accidental version, so I decided to leave it as is instead of ripping it out and starting over.
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Learn how to make a Blazing Arrows quilt block with this easy tutorial by TeresaDownUnder. This block is a great way to practice different techniques, such as quarter square triangles, flying geese and half square triangles. You can find the free pattern and the step-by-step instructions at the link below.
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Get ready to infuse some fresh style into your quilting projects! In the newest installment of the Shortcut Quilt Series, Kimberly demonstrates an innovative approach to transform a basic Broken Dishes quilt block into a stunning and distinctive creation. Introducing the Charm Pack Crispies Quilt, a simple yet remarkable technique to enhance the traditional Broken Dishes block. Whether you have a collection of Charm Packs waiting to be used or prefer to follow our design, this quilt is a must-try! Discover all the specifics by clicking on the link below.
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Download the Cleopatra's Fan Quilt, created by Ramona Rose for Robert Kaufman, featuring the stunning metallic fabric collection called Beau Monde. This captivating quilt pattern is currently available for free. Don't miss the opportunity to get your hands on it now!
Download Pattern: Cleopatra's Fan Quilt
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Introducing the Carolina Lily Quilt Block, a timeless and elegant design that will add a touch of sophistication to any quilt. This traditional quilt block features a stunning lily motif, complete with delicate petals, a graceful stem, and occasionally a leaf. The design is skillfully created using a combination of piecing and appliqué techniques, ensuring a unique and intricate look.The Carolina Lily Quilt Block is part of the At Home Collection by Bonnie and Camille of Moda Fabrics, designed exclusively for Fat Quarter Shop. And the best part? You can get your hands on this beautiful pattern for free! Don't miss out on the opportunity to add some classic charm to your quilting projects.
Download Pattern: Carolina Lily Quilt Block
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Create a stunning quilt inspired by the desert landscape with Karin Jordan's design. Use soft greys and bright aqua fabrics to contrast the pebbles and sparks. Finish your quilt with a dark binding fabric for a sharp look. To make the piecing easier, work on one row at a time and mark it on the diagram. Follow the link below for the instructions.
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To make this Scrappy Arrowheads quilt, choose a variety of light, green, and red fabrics for the background. Use the half-square triangle calculator to determine the size of your triangles, which should be 2 inches finished. Click the link below for the instructions.
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If you love birds, you will love these five free quilt block patterns. They feature different kinds of birds, each with its own charm and beauty. You can use these bird blocks to make a stunning quilt that celebrates nature and wildlife. The bird block is easy to make, and you can choose from various methods, such as appliqué, paper piecing, or traditional piecing. You can also mix and match the bird blocks with other blocks to create your own unique design. Click on the link below to get these amazing bird block patterns for free.
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The Hunter Star is a beutiful block that you can find in the link below. I was inspired by a friend who made a quilt with this block, and I decided to write my own instructions for it. This star is perfect for your star sampler, and I hope you enjoy making it.
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This post explains how to make the Crown Star block, a versatile and beautiful quilt pattern. You can use two contrasting fabrics or a variety of scraps to create different effects. The Crown Star block is easy to sew and has a stunning result. Follow the link below to get the instructions.
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