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RBD Block Challenge Block 6; Windmill Quilt Block Pattern
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RBD Block Challenge Block 6; Windmill Quilt Block Pattern

Welcome to block 6 of the 2021 Riley Blake Block Challenge. This week I’m sharing a tutorial for the Windmill quilt block designed by Amy Smart. Block 6 of the Riley Blake block challenge is a variation of a Pinwheel & Sawtooth Star quilt block designed by Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter. The…

RBD Block Challenge Block 5; Ocean Waves Pattern
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RBD Block Challenge Block 5; Ocean Waves Pattern

The Riley Blake Quilt Block Challenge continues this week with block 5, called Ocean Waves. The Ocean Waves quilt block is a graphic quilt block constructed using simple square and half-square triangles. I’m steadily sewing my way through the blocks for the Riley Blake Block Challenge. The block challenge features a free quilt block pattern…

RBD Block Challenge Block 4; Stella Quilt Block Pattern
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RBD Block Challenge Block 4; Stella Quilt Block Pattern

New month new quilt blocks! The Riley Blake Block challenge continues during March, with 3 patterns scheduled to be released this month. The first of the three blocks is designed by Sandy Gervais and is called Stella. About the Block For my quilt, I’m sewing with Liberty Fabrics Summer Flower Show collection. To make my…

All the Hearts Quilt Along; Block 2, Sweetheart
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All the Hearts Quilt Along; Block 2, Sweetheart

Stitch up a quilt that is “full of heart” with our All the Hearts Quilt Along! Find out how to participate and read all about our Feburay block below. Last Friday, I emailed the second block in our All the Hearts Quilt Along to participants. If you signed up and did not get the email,…

RBD Block Challenge Block 2; Shining Star Quilt Block
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RBD Block Challenge Block 2; Shining Star Quilt Block

Welcome to week two of the Riley Blake Designs, quilt block challenge. This week we are creating the Shining Star Quilt block which was designed by Bev McCullough. I am so excited that you guys are excited for this years RBD block challenge! Last year when we hosted the first block challenge,I really loved having…

2021 RBD Block Challenge; Block 1, Pinwheel Star Block
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2021 RBD Block Challenge; Block 1, Pinwheel Star Block

I’m excited to announce that the Riley Blake Block Challenge is back! Each week get a free quilt block pattern and sew along with us as we create a mystery quilt! Last Spring, a group of Riley Blake Designers got together for a very informal, impromptu quilt along. Each week one of us shared a…

Whole Heart Quilt Block; All the Hearts Quilt Along
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Whole Heart Quilt Block; All the Hearts Quilt Along

Join us as we create a unique heart quilt this year in the All the Hearts Quilt along! We are kicking things off with the Whole Heart block pattern. Keep reading to find out more. Last week we kicked off our 2021 Block of the Month! This year the quilt is called “All the Hearts”…

How to Make a Bench Pillow using your Favorite Quilt Blocks
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How to Make a Bench Pillow using your Favorite Quilt Blocks

Turn any 3 quilt blocks into a festive bench pillow with our bench pillow pattern. This pattern uses 3 Christmas Quilt blocks creating a fun Christmas Bench pillow. You can substitute any blocks to create a pillow for any holiday! Welcome to week 3 of our Santa’s Hat Shop Quilt along. Technically this week is…

Cool Breeze|Block 8 in the Choose Happiness Quilt Along
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Cool Breeze|Block 8 in the Choose Happiness Quilt Along

Join us in stitching up a quilt a little bit at a time all year long! You can still participate in our very popular Choose Happiness Quilt Along, just keep reading to find out how you can participate. Create a block a month, until you’re done! I can’t decide if this year is flying by…

Summer Sunsets Block for Choose Happiness Quilt Along
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Summer Sunsets Block for Choose Happiness Quilt Along

We are 6 months into the Choose Happiness Quilt along. Read all about this month’s block, Summer Sunsets, and find out how to join the Quilt Along below. A couple of weeks ago the June block for the Choose Happiness Quilt along was emailed to everyone that is participating. If you did not get the…

Sawtooth Star Quilt Block Pattern for the Riley Blake Block Challenge
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Sawtooth Star Quilt Block Pattern for the Riley Blake Block Challenge

This week for the Riley Blake Block Challenge the theme is Sawtooth Star Blocks. I’m sharing the blocks that I created this week along with a link to a free tutorial to make a Sawtooth Star Quilt block in multiple sizes. Enjoy! Who’s playing along with the Riley Blake Block Challenge? The challenge was started…

Seaside Star Block for Choose Happiness Quilt Along
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Seaside Star Block for Choose Happiness Quilt Along

Inspired by warm ocean breezes, the next block in our Choose Happiness quilt along is named “Seaside Star”. Stitch up this fun quilt block which features a bit of strip piecing to save you time! Yesterday we sent out the next block in our Choose Happiness Quilt Along to all of those who have purchased…

Riley Blake Block Challenge, Shoo Fly Quilt Block Tutorial
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Riley Blake Block Challenge, Shoo Fly Quilt Block Tutorial

This week for the Riley Blake Block Challenge it’s my turn to share a project. Today I have a tutorial for a 6″ and 12″ finished size Shoo Fly Quilt Block for you. Who has been playing along with the Riley Blake Block Challenge? I have been and it’s turned out to be one of…

Nine Patch Quilt Block Tutorial for the Block Challenge
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Nine Patch Quilt Block Tutorial for the Block Challenge

Time seems like it’s flying by (or creeping by slowly, depending on the day) and we have reached week 5 of the Riley Blake Quilt Block Challenge. This week we are making nine patch blocks! This classic quilt block is great for beginners and can be customized in so many different ways! This week’s featured…

Friendship Star Quilt Block Tutorial for the Block Challenge
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Friendship Star Quilt Block Tutorial for the Block Challenge

Create a quilt block each week while you participate in the Riley Blake Block Challenge. Each week a new, free quilt block tutorial will be shared. This week we are making Friendship Star Quilt Blocks. Keep reading to find out how to get the free pattern. This week for the Riley Blake Quilt Block challenge…

Choose Happiness Quilt Along; Block 4
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Choose Happiness Quilt Along; Block 4

The next block in our Choose Happiness Quilt along was delivered to subscribers this week. It’s called Spring Blossoms and is a graphic take on a Sawtooth Star Quilt Block. To say it’s been a crazy month would be the world’s biggest understatement! One thing that has brought me a bit of peace and happiness…

2020 Riley Blake Designs Quilt Block Challenge; Churn Dash Blocks
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2020 Riley Blake Designs Quilt Block Challenge; Churn Dash Blocks

If you’re looking for a fun project to tackle for the next couple of months and you love to quilt then you might want to jump into the Riley Blake Quilt Block challenge! Keep reading to find out more. Riley Blake Designs this week announced that they were hosting a Quilt Block Challenge! The challenge…

Calm Seas; Block 3 of Choose Happiness Quilt Along
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Calm Seas; Block 3 of Choose Happiness Quilt Along

Block 3 in our Choose Happiness Quilt Along was just released! It’s called, Calm Seas, want to play along? Keep reading to find out how. A lot has changed in the world since our last block was released. I’m sure that all of you are feeling the effects and range of emotions associated with the…

Bubblegum Quilt Block; Block 2 of Quilt Along
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Bubblegum Quilt Block; Block 2 of Quilt Along

It’s block release day! Who’s excited? Today I’m happy to introduce you to the second block in our Choose Happiness Quilt Along, Bubblegum. If you’re new here, no worries! You can still join our quilt along, just keep reading to find out how. About the Choose Happiness Quilt Along All this year I’m hosting a…

Sunshine Quilt Block; Block 1 in Choose Happiness Quilt Along
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Sunshine Quilt Block; Block 1 in Choose Happiness Quilt Along

Who’s ready to start quilting? Today is the first day in our 2020 Quilt Block of the Month program! The quilt pattern is called “Choose Happiness” and the first block pattern is now available. I’ve named in the Sunshine Quilt Block after the bright and sunny colors featured in the block. Today the “Choose Happiness”…

Road Trip Quilt Block; Just for Fun Quilt Along
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Road Trip Quilt Block; Just for Fun Quilt Along

We’ve reached the end of our Just for Fun Quilt along! The Just for Fun quilt along is a year-long modern inspired quilt series designed to help you build your quilting skills. This block is the last quilt block in the series. I’ve named it the Road Trip quilt block. We’ve reached the end of…

Bike Ride Quilt Block; Just for Fun Quilt Along
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Bike Ride Quilt Block; Just for Fun Quilt Along

Welcome back to the Just for Fun Quilt Along! Today I’m sharing block 5 in the quilt along, which I have named the Bike Ride Quilt Block. Hi Friends! I know that you have been anxiously awaiting the next block in our Just For Fun Quilt Along! About the Just for Fun Quilt Along: Each…

Salt and Sand Quilt Block; Block 4 in the Just for Fun Quilt Along
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Salt and Sand Quilt Block; Block 4 in the Just for Fun Quilt Along

It’s time for the next block in our Just for Fun Quilt Along Series! This month we are celebrating summer with a Churn Dash Quilt Block that I’m calling “Salt and Sand”. About the Just for Fun Quilt Along: There are few things I love more than the beach. Unfortunately, the closest beach to where…

Sunshine & Stars Quilt Block – Just For Fun Quilt Along
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Sunshine & Stars Quilt Block – Just For Fun Quilt Along

Today I’m excited to share with you the 3rd block in our Just for Fun Quilt Along. This block is called Sunshine and Stars. If you’re new here, welcome! You can jump right into the quilt along. Happy May! Are you guys reading for the next block in our Quilt Along? If you’re new here,…

The Lake Days Quilt Block; Block Two in the Just For Fun Quilt Block Series
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The Lake Days Quilt Block; Block Two in the Just For Fun Quilt Block Series

It’s quilt block day! I’m so excited to be sharing the 2nd quilt block tutorial in our Just For Fun Quilt Along with you. I hope that you will join us this year by making one quilt block a month. At the end of the year, you’ll have a completed project. Even if you’re a…

Under the Stars Quilt Block Pattern – Just for Fun Quilt Along
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Under the Stars Quilt Block Pattern – Just for Fun Quilt Along

I’m so excited to start our Block of the Month series! The quilt pattern is called, Just for Fun, and the first block in the series is called Under the Stars. It is inspired by my love of summer evening outdoors! Keep reading to find out how to make the block, to see all the posts…

Free Baby Quilt Patterns featuring simple Turnstile Quilt Blocks!
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Free Baby Quilt Patterns featuring simple Turnstile Quilt Blocks!

Don’t you just love projects that are so simple that you can make them in a day? This Turnstile Quilt block baby quilt is one of those projects!  It’s so quick to sew that I ended up making two. It would make a great beginner quilt project. Keep reading to find out more about this…

Santa Hat Quilt Blocks Pattern
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Santa Hat Quilt Blocks Pattern

Create a cute & colorful Christmas quilt full of Santa Hat Quilt blocks using our Santa’s Hat Shop Quilt pattern. Quilt Block Update Please READ: This quilt block was originally released as a version of my Witch Hat Quilt Block from my Halloween Haberdashery Pattern. It was a “quick fix” and offered as an add-on…

Join Us for the 2023 Quilt Along; The Starlight Sparkler Quilt
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Join Us for the 2023 Quilt Along; The Starlight Sparkler Quilt

Add a little “sparkle” to your year by participating in the 2023 Polka Dot Chair Block of the Month program. Make a quilt one month at a time with our Starlight Sparkler quilt pattern. You’ll build your skills as the year progresses and have a lot of fun in the process! This year we’re making the…

Tulip Cottage Gathered Precuts Free Quilt Pattern
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Tulip Cottage Gathered Precuts Free Quilt Pattern

Create a beautiful quilt perfect for Spring with our free easy to easy-to-follow Gathered Precuts Quilt Pattern.  Some of you may remember last fall when I shared a free pattern on the site called Gathered Pre-Cuts. The quilt pattern was designed to use a 10-inch pre-cut stack of fabric, sometimes called a layer cake and…

Learn How to Make a Mug Rug with One of These Free Patterns
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Learn How to Make a Mug Rug with One of These Free Patterns

Looking for a small quilt project that you can tackle in an afternoon? Why not try making a Mug Rug? If you’re looking for mug rug patterns, here are some of our favorite free quilted mug rug patterns! There’s something inherently comforting about sipping a warm beverage, especially when it comes in a mug placed…

Patchwork Presents Mug Rug Pattern
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Patchwork Presents Mug Rug Pattern

Our December free mug rug pattern is a cute patchwork presents mug rug made using present quilt blocks that could easily be used for other special occasions during the year! I can’t believe it’s my final mug rug pattern of the year. I hope you have enjoyed making some (or all!) of the 12 designs…