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. What You Need for a 10"x 10" finished block (10½" unfinished): Light fabric 1 piece 5 ¼" square. 4 strips 2½" by 4½" Medium fabric 1 piece 5 ¼" … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Hope of Hartford Quilt Block Tutorial
Quilting Blocks
Quilt Block: The Magic Quilt Block Tutorial
When the Magic Quilt Block is made from a light and a dark fabric, it gives the illusion of being 3D. I really like the effect and it is so quick and easy to make. You will have a quilt done in no time at all. Below are the written instructions and if you would like to watch the video tutorial then just scroll to the bottom of the page. You can also check out all of our … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: The Magic Quilt Block Tutorial
Quilt Block: Snail Trail Quilt Block Tutorial
The Snail Trail quilt block is a a little more tricky than some of the blocks we have done previously, so it's probably more suited to someone with a bit of experience in putting quilt blocks together. Having said that, if you follow our video and instructions you should be able to manage just fine. I am going to give you the instructions to make one block, but to get the … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Snail Trail Quilt Block Tutorial
Quilt Block: Variable Star Quilt Block
Another quick and easy quilt block with endless possibilities. This would make a lovely block with the centre piece fussy cut to a theme, such as shabby chic roses surrounded by pale apricot and cream coloured fabrics, or a jungle theme with a wild animal as the centre square. I don't know, my mind runs wild at the options. This quilt block measures 10" finished. What … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Variable Star Quilt Block
Quilt Block: Disappearing 9 Patch Block Tutorial
The Disappearing 9 Patch Quilt Block is another super easy quilt block tutorial. This one is so easy and it looks fabulous. Once you have made your cuts you can turn the squares around to form a number of awesome looking finishes. We used squares from the Moda 'Simply Colorful' range to make this square and I love the colours in this pack. What You Need: 9 x 5" Charm … [Read more...] about Quilt Block: Disappearing 9 Patch Block Tutorial