Our quilt block of the month for March wasn't really a block.... It was all about using plain, old, square blocks in different patterns to create fun quilt tops. And today I want to show you how to make one of my favorite quilt blocks, the nine patch. But....I'm going to show you the total cheater way that I make them... ... View the Post
Easy Quilt Layouts for Beginning Quilters
For this months edition of our "Quilt Block of the Month" we are going to show you how to use a PLAIN, SQUARE BLOCK to make a quilt. That's it...a block...a square piece of fabric...no cutting, ironing, or fancy moves...just a bunch of squares sewn together to create something fabulous. So, if you are ready to give quilting a try check out some of these ideas. I swear if you can sew a (semi) straight line you can sew up one of these quilt tops! If you haven't sewn quilt tops before ... View the Post
Black and White Modern Baby Quilt
This tutorial was originally posted on Riley Blake Designs last month, but it really is one of my favorite things as of late! I have actually made two more with the same colors and designs in lap sizes (just add two more rows!) and they are gifted to their homes already. I also love the black and white modern baby quilt because it is gender neutral and makes a darling play mat or a toddler bed quilt as well. And if you have never made a plus quilt---they are simple and fast and you can have ... View the Post
Quilt Block of the Month–The Rail Fence Quilt Block Tutorial
Throughout 2015 we are going to be doing a Quilt Block of the Month that includes a tutorial or video for a different kind of quilt block to learn and to use during that month. Last month we did Half-Square Triangles (HST) and this month we are going to be focusing on some easy strip piecing with our Rail Fence Quilt Block Tutorial. ... View the Post
A Free Sawtooth Sunburst Quilt Top Pattern
Because this month we were talking about half square triangles I really wanted to put together a quilt top that featured how fun half square triangles can be. Soooo....I made this lap quilt using nothing but plain square blocks and a few half square triangles. And I really like how it turned out! I'm calling it a "Sawtooth Sunburst" quilt top. (Even thought technically it's not a sunburst design it reminds me of one so....) It was really easy to make and it you'd like to make one ... View the Post
Quilt Block of the Month–Half Square Triangle Block Video Tutorial
On Monday I introduced a new series that we are starting at Simple Simon and Company. Each month, we are going to focus on a basic and simple quilt block that can be used in a variety of quilts. The goal for the 2015 year is to learn 12 new quilt blocks that we can use in many different quilts. ... View the Post