Tricks for Disappearing Blocks

The Photo by © Eileen Fowler

If you love making Four-Patches, Nine-Patches, and Pinwheels, you'll be amazed by how we can make them vanish! Quilts with disappearing blocks are fascinating — and super fun! But how do they work and how do you make them? A disappearing block starts with a simple block. By slicing it into pieces and rearranging them, you can magically create a new look for the block. Join us as we show you the clever tricks to transform your blocks!

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Download Autumn at the White House Block Quilt

The Photo by ©  Eleanor Burns

This block is a vintage pattern that celebrates the fall season and the history of the White House. It was inspired by Eleanor Burns' book Tales of First Ladies, which features stories and quilts from different presidential eras. The block was originally named by Mabel Obenchain of Famous Features, a mail-order source of quilt patterns that started in the 1940s. It was also called White House by Nancy Cabot in 1937, when Eleanor Roosevelt was the first lady.

Fabric Selection: Choose four color families for this block: one for the corner squares, one for the triangle squares, one for the nine-patches, and one for the background. You can use scraps or coordinated fabrics to create contrast and harmony in your block.

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Fox and Geese Quilt Block Pattern

 

The Photo by © Fabric406

If you want to master the flying geese blocks technique, the Fox and Geese block is a perfect choice. You can use different fabrics to create a scrappy or planned look for your block. The Fox and Geese block adds a lot of charm and beauty to any quilt!

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