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Let’s Sew a Quilt Block

Free Quilt Pattern to Make

This is a fun star quilt block to make, finished size of block is 14″ x 14″

HERE is how I made my quilt triangles

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Cut 8 Red – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″
Cut 8 Background – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″
MAKE Triangles

Cut 4 Background – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 12 Assorted Greens – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
Sew 4 patch quilt blocks, Sew together as shown

Cut 4Background – 6 1/2″ X 6 1/2″
Cut 2 Red – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
Sew as Shown

The finished quilt block measures, fourteen inches by fourteen inches.

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Star Quilt Block with Log Cabin Center

A Star or a Log Cabin Quilt Block, It’s Both

This quilt block is all about the pop of color from the orange fabric and the white background. The finished size of this quilt block is twelve inches. Just below is how I Make quilt triangles and quilt block squares.

How to make Quilt Block Triangles

How to Make Quilt Block Squares

Center of Block

Cut 8 Assorted Colors – 1 ½ x 2 ½”
Piece as shown for the center

Cut 8 Yellow – 2 7/8” x 2 7/8”
Cut 8 White – 2 7/8”x 2 7/8”
Make Triangles

Sew as Shown

Cut 4 Green – 2 7/8” x 2 7/8”
Cut 4 White – 2 7/8” x 2 7/8”
Make Triangles

Cut 4 Orange – 2 ½” x 2 ½”

Cut 4 White – 2 ½” x 2 ½”

Sew as Shown

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Happy April with a New Quilt Pattern

A Quilt for a Baby or Perfect Lap Size Quilt

It’s Time to Make It Special with a Baby Quilt Pattern,

Make it Special a Baby Quilt Pattern — Make It Special, a baby quilt pattern

Looking for the perfect handmade touch for a little one? Make It Special is a charming baby quilt pattern featuring 13 unique quilt blocks, each with a finished size of 4” x 4”. The completed quilt measures 30” x 30”, making it ideal for snuggling, tummy time, or a keepsake as they grow!

Make it Special Quilt Pattern is HERE for YOU

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Four-Patch Table Topper Quilt Pattern

Sew a Table Topper Quilt

4-Patch Table Topper Pattern for YOU. If you look close I did all my sewing by hand. Most will not, my office/library project continues….

Table Topper finished size 29″ x 34″

Cut 80 – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ squares

Piece together to form a 4-patch block

You will have 40 – 2-patch blocks

Open up the 2-patch blocks, press the seam to the

dark fabric side

and add another 2-patch

Matching up the seams, open to check and

make sure they match before sewing

You will have 20 – 4-Patch blocks

After the 20 – 4-patch blocks are finished,

lay them out as you would like them

making a red four patch quilt table topper

5 down and 4 across

This is the sashing and border fabric, I always lay it out and like it, BEFORE cutting

Cut 49 – 4 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ sashing

Cut 30 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ corner blocks

Stack your rows up and move to sewing table, I don’t have a felt wall, so I use my dining

room table to lay things out.

Sew a 4 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ strip to each end and in between

each in the row

Sew 6 rows as shown above, 4- 4 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ strips and 5- 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ squares. Sew the rows together

Cut 2 Sashing color – 26 1/2″ x 4 1/2″

Sew to the left and right sides

Make the corners

Cut 4 Dark Color – 4 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 4 Dark Color – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Cut 4 Red – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

sew together 1 dark and 1 red,

sew dark 4 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ on

Cut 2 Sashing Color – 21 1/2″ x 4 1/2″

Sew to the top and bottom of the table topper

Finished size is

34″ x 29″

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Weekly Quilt Block Pattern

Triangle Quilt Block Pattern

Sometimes I make a quilt block because I like it’s name and that is why this quilt block, Cat’s Cradle.

It’s six inches by six inches using triangles and squares. Here is my how I make triangles, it’s below too for you too!

Cat’s Cradle – 6 inch by 6 inch finished quilt block

Cut 3 – 2 ½” x 2 ½”

Cut 3 Colored – 2 7/8”’ x 2 7/8”
Cut 3 White – 2 7/8” x 2 7/8”
Make Triangles

Sew as shown

There are MANY ways to sew a quilt triangle. This is the method that I use, you do you ! !
How to make Triangles
Take the finished size, add 7/8″ to it and that’s the size you cut your square

Sew Good to good fabric, with a pencil draw a line corner to corner, this is
The line you measure your ¼” seam allowance from
Sew from edge to edge use a ¼” seam
Cut in half on the pencil line, trim threads
Open and press to the dark fabric,
There will be 2 blocks

Clip off the end triangles

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Red and White Quilt Block Pattern

Free Weekly Quilt Block Pattern

NOTHING says Valentines like a Red and White Quilt Block. And this weeks, Weekly Quilt Block Pattern is NOTHING if not Perfect.
Finished size is eight inches by eight inches. Here are my links to how “I” make quilt squares and triangles.

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How to make Squares
How to make Triangles

Cut 4 Red 2 7/8” x 2 7/8” triangles
Cut 4 White 2 7/8” x 2 7/8” triangles

Cut 8 Red 1 1/2” x 1 1/2”
Cut 8 White 1 1/2” x 1 1/2”
Cut 8 White 2 1/2” x 1 1/2”
Sew as Shown

As some of you may know and I will share, Husband and I are redoing my sewing/office. Kind of we doesn’t think we need to move thing and he needs a project…
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Why 100% Cotton for Quilts

Purchase the best quality cotton fabric you have afford

With the addition of my weekly quilt blocks, I have added some very new quilters. and today I want to talk about quilt fabric

One of the best things about quilting is the Wonderful Fabric’s you get to purchase.
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This is the way I do my fabric, you do you !
Purchasing fabric is fun, please, always buy the best fabric you can afford and what you like. For quilts you will use 100% cotton fabric. Fabric will cost between $6 and $17 per yard. If you are just purchasing for a maybe project, I do mostly cuts 1 to 2 yards. If you have a quilt pattern, follow the recommendations, but as I say in my books, “Please think of purchasing more fabric than needed, as a pattern designer I have no idea how you will cut and use your fabric.” One way to pick fabrics

I recommend for quarter cuts or pre-cut 2 1/2 inch or 5 inch packs. (They go larger but start with these sizes and “I” DO NOT WASH precuts)

Purchased cotton yardage, wash, dry and iron your fabric before starting any project. Please think of purchasing more fabric than needed, a pattern designer has no idea how you will cut and use your fabric. From My Quilt Ladies Site HOW to Pick Fabrics

When talking about fabric it always brings up the conversation of washing fabric. Here is what I do,

I wash and dry all my fabric BEFORE sewing cutting and piecing a quilt. You only have to pull out one finished quilt from the washer and see bleeding to know you must/should wash all fabric.

Cotton fabrics bleeding means, the dyes used on the fabric will become loose when washing. It’s said that it’s common is cottons, but all fabrics can bleed. Dyes will/can stain other fabrics in a prewashing, the biggest problem is the dye transfer after a quilt is finished.

When cotton fabric is made it is stretched on a loom, pulling the fibers straight. A stabilizer is applied to keep fabric straight and that is what you are washing off. Washing allows the fabric to relax and return to a more natural state. A dryer lets the fabric relax or shrink. All cotton fabrics are different you cannot know the amount any fabric will shrink.

Knowing a cotton fabric will not bleed and not shrink is worth a bit of time for the perfect quilt in the end.

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When prewashing quilt fabric, I use my daily machine washer detergent, the same type that will be used when the complete quilt is washed. Same with the dryer, use the setting that will be used when the quilt is completed.

With 100% cotton fabric after washing and drying you will need to clip away all the threads that have twisted. If fabric is wrinkles you can shake it to smooth out more wrinkles, or press the fabric with a dry iron.

It’s a habit for me to wash/dry as soon as I purchase fabric. You will develop YOUR way of caring for your quilt fabrics.

When using/cutting the fabric I will press and starch it BEFORE any cutting and square up the fabric so that all cuts with a rotary cutter are straight. I use what I use for clothing as my starch just plain old Niagara brand, it makes it just a bit stiff and will washed very easily.

All this being said,
“I do not EVER wash contest quilt fabric before sewing, or quilting the quilt.” That is just me, you do YOU !

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How to do Triangle Corners – Adding Triangle to corner unit

Learn to Make a Triangle Corner

This is the method how “I” do my triangle corners. Had an ask for a bit more information on HOW and here it is. I added also, How I do center square blocks is also here.

Triangle Corners Adding Triangle to corner unit

Cut your Squares into triangles as stated in the pattern.

Sew triangles (finished size plus 7/8″) to square or triangle block,
trim and press.

Cut your Squares (finished size plus 7/8″)and then into triangles as
stated in the pattern

Place the good-side of fabric to good-side of
fabric, sew from corner to corner.

Using a 1/4” seam allowance, trim, press to larger triangle.

Here is a fun way that I do a Center Square Quilt Block

Center Square

Cut your Squares and then into triangles as stated in the pattern.

Sew on the top triangle, Trim the ends even.

Sew on the bottom Triangle, Trim the ends.

Note:
sewing the pieces across make the square lay flat, as does trimming the ends.

Sew on the side triangles.

Trim the block make sure to leave the 1/4” seam allowance.

Press

January 2025 Quilt Pattern — January Quilt Pattern

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Quilt Blocks and MORE Quilt Blocks

A Quilt Block Pattern for YOU to Make !

YES, my Quilt Pattern Book has 53 Quilt Block Patterns.

Quilters are always on the lookout for beautiful quilt patterns, and nothing brings more joy than creating a stunning quilt. It often feels like we can never have enough quilt designs to explore, and this book delivers 53. I have included the English Wedding Ring Quilt Block below, it’s in the book too!

A collection of quilt patterns in a variety of sizes to inspire your creativity. Whether you’re a beginner taking your first stitches or an advanced quilter seeking fresh ideas, these time-tested quilt blocks are sure to enhance your quilting journey.

The featured quilt in this book measures 54 inches wide by 74 inches long when completed, offering a versatile size that works beautifully for many purposes. To help you along the way, the book includes a detailed “Getting Started” section, providing essential tips to set you up for success. Additionally, a comprehensive guide to quilt binding ensures that your finished projects have a polished and professional look. 53 Quilt Block Patterns is NOW on Amazon in Print and eBook and at my Etsy Shop too

With quilt blocks in various sizes and designs, the patterns in this book are perfect for all your quilting needs—whether you’re making a cozy throw, a decorative wall hanging, or an heirloom gift. Let this collection spark your imagination and bring your quilting dreams to life!

This is “English Wedding Ring” Quilt Pattern for YOU from my quilt book

Just have to love this quilt pattern, it’s simple and fun !

All the quilt patterns for this quilt can be found in my book HERE

In PRINT on AMAZON 53 Quilt Block Patterns

Finished Quilt Block Size
10” x 10”

Cut 6 Burgundy 2 7/8” x 27/8”

Cut 6 White 2 7/8” x 27/8”

Make Triangles

Cut 5 White 2 ½” x 2 ½”

Cut 4 Burgundy 2 ½” x 2 ½”

Cut 4 Gray 2 ½” x 2 ½”

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Time to Make my B. Annie Quilt

It’s a B. Annie Quilt Pattern from The Quilt Ladies

Allow me to introduce you to my Quilt, B. Annie. This quilt as you see it is all about ME. It’s color, pattern, all stitched together in perfect harmony.
B. Annie Quilt Pattern at my Etsy Shop
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The inspiration came from the traditional quilt pattern known as bear paw. Something about those paws caught my imagination, and I just had to reinterpret them in a splashier, more playful way.

So there you have it! “Bear Paw Petals Quilt” is more than just a quilt—it’s a celebration of colors, patterns, and the joy of creation. It’s a cozy, quilted garden where the bear paws roam free and petals never wilt. Dive into its delightful details and let it charm you, block by block and make you own Quilt NOW!

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Let’s Sew a Quilt Block

This is a fun star quilt block to make, finished size of block is 14″ x 14″

HERE is how I made my quilt triangles

Like this:

Star Quilt Block with Log Cabin Center

This quilt block is all about the pop of color from the orange fabric and the white background. The finished size of this quilt block is twelve inches. Just below is how I Make quilt triangles and quilt block squares.

Like this:

Happy April with a New Quilt Pattern

It’s Time to Make It Special with a Baby Quilt Pattern,

Like this:

Four-Patch Table Topper Quilt Pattern

4-Patch Table Topper Pattern for YOU. If you look close I did all my sewing by hand. Most will not, my office/library project continues….

Like this:

Weekly Quilt Block Pattern

Sometimes I make a quilt block because I like it’s name and that is why this quilt block, Cat’s Cradle.

It’s six inches by six inches using triangles and squares. Here is my how I make triangles, it’s below too for you too!

Cat’s Cradle – 6 inch by 6 inch finished quilt block

Like this:

Red and White Quilt Block Pattern

How to make Squares
How to make Triangles

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Why 100% Cotton for Quilts

All this being said,
“I do not EVER wash contest quilt fabric before sewing, or quilting the quilt.” That is just me, you do YOU !

Like this:

How to do Triangle Corners – Adding Triangle to corner unit

This is the method how “I” do my triangle corners. Had an ask for a bit more information on HOW and here it is. I added also, How I do center square blocks is also here.

Triangle Corners Adding Triangle to corner unit

Here is a fun way that I do a Center Square Quilt Block

Center Square

Like this:

Quilt Blocks and MORE Quilt Blocks

YES, my Quilt Pattern Book has 53 Quilt Block Patterns.

ON AMAZON AND AT MY ETSY SHOP

Like this:

Time to Make my B. Annie Quilt

Allow me to introduce you to my Quilt, B. Annie. This quilt as you see it is all about ME. It’s color, pattern, all stitched together in perfect harmony.
B. Annie Quilt Pattern at my Etsy Shop
in Print on eBook NOW on Prime too

The inspiration came from the traditional quilt pattern known as bear paw. Something about those paws caught my imagination, and I just had to reinterpret them in a splashier, more playful way.

Like this:

This is a fun star quilt block to make, finished size of block is 14″ x 14″

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This quilt block is all about the pop of color from the orange fabric and the white background. The finished size of this quilt block is twelve inches. Just below is how I Make quilt triangles and quilt block squares.

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Like this:

It’s Time to Make It Special with a Baby Quilt Pattern,

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4-Patch Table Topper Pattern for YOU. If you look close I did all my sewing by hand. Most will not, my office/library project continues….

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Sometimes I make a quilt block because I like it’s name and that is why this quilt block, Cat’s Cradle. It’s six inches by six inches using triangles and squares. Here is my how I make triangles, it’s below too for you too!

Cat’s Cradle – 6 inch by 6 inch finished quilt block

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All this being said, “I do not EVER wash contest quilt fabric before sewing, or quilting the quilt.” That is just me, you do YOU !

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This is the method how “I” do my triangle corners. Had an ask for a bit more information on HOW and here it is. I added also, How I do center square blocks is also here.

Triangle Corners Adding Triangle to corner unit

Here is a fun way that I do a Center Square Quilt Block

Center Square

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YES, my Quilt Pattern Book has 53 Quilt Block Patterns.

ON AMAZON AND AT MY ETSY SHOP

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Allow me to introduce you to my Quilt, B. Annie. This quilt as you see it is all about ME. It’s color, pattern, all stitched together in perfect harmony. B. Annie Quilt Pattern at my Etsy Shop in Print on eBook NOW on Prime too

The inspiration came from the traditional quilt pattern known as bear paw. Something about those paws caught my imagination, and I just had to reinterpret them in a splashier, more playful way.

Share this:

Like this:

Sometimes I make a quilt block because I like it’s name and that is why this quilt block, Cat’s Cradle.

It’s six inches by six inches using triangles and squares. Here is my how I make triangles, it’s below too for you too!

All this being said,
“I do not EVER wash contest quilt fabric before sewing, or quilting the quilt.” That is just me, you do YOU !

Allow me to introduce you to my Quilt, B. Annie. This quilt as you see it is all about ME. It’s color, pattern, all stitched together in perfect harmony.
B. Annie Quilt Pattern at my Etsy Shop
in Print on eBook NOW on Prime too