Holiday Star Quilt Block

Quilt by © Fabrícia Hilton

If you are looking for a festive and easy quilt block to make for the holidays, you might want to try the Holiday Star Block. This block features a six-pointed star surrounded by a border of triangles. The star can be made with any fabric you like, but it looks especially nice with metallic or glittery fabrics. The block is designed by Carol Doak, a renowned quilter and author of many books on paper piecing. You can download the free pattern from her website and follow her clear instructions to make this beautiful block.

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Jacob's Ladder Quilt Block Tutorial

The photo above © Hand Madiya

A Jacob's Ladder quilt block is a classic design that uses two colors to create a striking optical effect. In this tutorial, we will show you how to make a Jacob's Ladder block using simple squares and half-square triangles. You will need a dark fabric and a light fabric, preferably with a high contrast between them. 

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Dessert Breads Quilt Block

Uploaded by © Amy Steffen

Pat Sloan Sweet Dreams block #8 "Dessert Breads" is a fun and easy quilt block that features four different types of breads: banana, pumpkin, zucchini and cranberry. The block is made with simple patchwork and applique techniques, and it can be customized with your favorite fabrics and colors. The block measures 12.5 inches square unfinished, and it is part of the Sweet Dreams quilt along hosted by Pat Sloan. You can find the pattern and instructions for this block on Pat's website.

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