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13 Easy and Essential Quilt Block Patterns for Beginners

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From the March 2025 issue

Our editors have dug deep into our archives to share some of our favorite beginner and easy block patterns for quilting newbies. Some of these designs feature classic block patterns that are essential for quilters to have in their arsenal, such as traditional flying geese or pinwheel patterns. We’ve also included some easy-level projects that ... Read More

Sew the sweetest summer blanket!

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One of the things I love about days by the seaside is the sea breeze. And one of the things that can send me shivering is the sea breeze. So I always head to the beach prepared for whatever the day (and maybe even evening) may bring. ... Read More

First Snowfall Patchwork Quilt Block

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From the August 2022 issue

First Snowfall Patchwork Quilt Block
Channel the crisp air of the season’s first snowfall by creating this winter quilt block. Made in shades of silver, winter white and sky blue, this snowflake quilt block is an excellent project for advanced beginner quilters and uses half square triangles for the building block of its design. This block design is ideal for ... Read More