![]() ![]() This variation of the Tile Puzzle block makes an awesome looking quilt and is beginner friendly! It uses only squares and half square triangle units to create a complex-looking block. That's a bunch! The components of the block are easy so let's get started. ![]() It has several other names - City Park, Flower Fields, Galaxy, Night Watch, Under Blue Mountain Skies, etc. Today let's look at the Crossroads America quilt block. While the units can be made like a typical Nine Patch block, I've chosen to eliminate some seams by using rectangles in place of some of the squares. This easy block uses just squares and rectangles to create a design that alternates light and dark fabrics for a delightful quilt. With only Half Square Triangles and squares, the block goes together quickly and has lots of layout options (several are toward the end of the tutorial). Today I dug into my scraps to bring you this tutorial for a beginner-friendly, scrappy block called Split Nine Patch. The block traditionally is completely done with scraps but looks great with only two colors - just make sure you have a lot of contrast between the colors. Today let's piece together this scrappy version of the easy Broken Dishes quilt block. It also looks great as a scrappy block! Broken Dishes This easy block traditionally is made with just a light and a dark fabric but I had to change it up a bit. Today let's look at this classic quilt block called Watermill that was originally published in Grandmother Clark's Patchwork Quilt Designs circa 1930. Typically, I use this type of block alternating with a more complicated block but it can be used all on its own in a quick and easy quilt. Today let's sew together this easy, beginner-friendly variation of the Chain and Knots quilt block. This block is beginner-friendly and super easy to create, making it an excellent choice for those new to quilting or looking for a quick and simple project. ![]() The Georgia quilt block is a traditional design that was published in Hearth & Home, a crafting magazine, and later in Workbasket as the State of Georgia block in 1935. Plus it's super easy to put together with only Half Square Triangles. There are similar quilt blocks that are also called Lost Ships but I chose this one for the tutorial. Today let's create this traditional Lost Ships quilt block. The block uses only half square triangles and squares, can be scrappy, and has lots of layout options that I'll show you at the end of the tutorial. This easy, beginner-friendly block also goes by the name of Northwind. ![]() Today let's take a look at the Corn and Beans quilt block. Made with only squares and rectangles it's a great way to use up those leftover 2.5" strips in a scrappy quilt! Corn and Beans (or Northwind) The Edna's Choice quilt block is so quick and easy to sew together to create a lovely quilt. The criteria for making the list was that they could only use squares, rectangles, and half square triangles in their construction. Many of the tutorials also have layout options at the end of the post. So whether you're a beginning or experienced quilter, the list will provide creative inspiration. Here's a list (with links) of over 30 easy quilt blocks. ![]()
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