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Quilt Block: Jack in the Box Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft November 3, 2018 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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This is our tutorial on how to make the Jack in the Box quilt block.  The instructions below are for a 10" finished block" ( 10½" unfinished) but we have the fabric requirements for other sized blocks in the table at the end of this post. What you need for a 10" finished block Main Fabric (white) 8 pcs main fabric @ 3" x 3" 1 pc main fabric @ 2½" x … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Jack in the Box Quilt Block Tutorial

Quilting Block Tutorial: Mosaic Pinwheel Quilt Block

Alanda Craft July 4, 2017 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate links.

The Mosaic Pinwheel Block is such an easy block to put together and it creates a lovely effect when a number of blocks are sewn together.  You are really going to be pleasantly surprised when you see just how easy it is to make. The Mosaic Pinwheel quilt block looks great in a quilt, cushion cover or even a table runner. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the … [Read more...] about Quilting Block Tutorial: Mosaic Pinwheel Quilt Block

Quilt Block: Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft May 18, 2017 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate links.

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This block is just so easy to make. You can make a quilt by simply sewing a number of the blocks together or you could add sashing between the blocks. It looks great either way. Add some borders and you have a truly lovely quilt. I have only used two contrasting colours but you could change it up by making each block a different colour or even each of star points in a … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Ribbon Star Quilt Block Tutorial

Quilt Block: Fools Square Quilt Block

Alanda Craft February 15, 2017 4 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

I really like how this square comes together. I did start out doing the center checkerboard in the usual way by cutting the strips of fabric across the width of the fabric. But decided that as I was only making the two squares it was just as easy to cut the fabric into the squares required. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions I have … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Fools Square Quilt Block

Quilt Block: Log Cabin Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft February 1, 2017 2 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

This is an easy block as long as you make sure to place the strips in the right order. Start with a square in the center and build out from there. We have seen Log Cabin quilt blocks where people simply add a strip of fabric and then once sewn on, trim it back to size. Although this can work, it can result in distortion or warping of the block. If you cut your fabric so … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Log Cabin Quilt Block Tutorial

QUICK TIP: Sampler Quilt – How to Use Up Those Spare Quilt Blocks

Alanda Craft January 21, 2017 Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links.

Everyone talks about their scrap stash, but what about your block stash? All of us who are dedicated quilters know what it's like to have the odd quilting block in the stash. How often have you created one or two blocks to see if you really like them and then decided not to use them, or maybe you just wanted to practice making a couple of blocks before creating your final … [Read more...] about QUICK TIP: Sampler Quilt – How to Use Up Those Spare Quilt Blocks

Quilt Block: Paths and Stiles Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft January 18, 2017 2 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

Another easy quilt block that looks fantastic when it's put together. What I really love is the clean, fresh look of this block.  I am really happy with how the colors came together. And do you know what, it is really easy to make! You are going to love this one. The finished size of the block is 9". Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Paths and Stiles Quilt Block Tutorial

Quilt Block: Propeller Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft December 31, 2016 6 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

Note: We have a  baby crib quilt pattern available in our store, using this lovely block. (see photos at the end of this post). This is a really quick and easy block to put together and it looks great. All it takes are two contrasting colours, 1 light and 1 dark to create the propeller effect. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Propeller Quilt Block Tutorial

Quilt Block: Arkansas Crossroads Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft December 21, 2016 12 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

This would have to be one of my favorite quilt blocks. The Arkansas Crossroads Quilt Block is quick and easy to make and looks awesome when you put 6 of them together. It forms two patterns - a cross pattern and a square in a diamond pattern. Watch the video below or scroll down for the step-by-step written instructions (Can't see the video? You may have an ad blocker … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Arkansas Crossroads Quilt Block Tutorial

Quilt Block: Hope of Hartford Quilt Block Tutorial

Alanda Craft November 28, 2016 5 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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The Hope of Hartford quilt block is a lovely block that looks nice when it is done with three different fabrics, but of course, you can use more if you wish. We have used a light, medium and dark fabric. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions What You Need for a 10"x 10" finished block (10½" unfinished): Light fabric  1 piece  5 ¼" … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Hope of Hartford Quilt Block Tutorial

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