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Add More Blocks for a Larger Quilt! Choose a favorite combination of 2 1/2″ jelly roll strips for this charming quilt. It’s a quick project that’s easy to make, even for beginners. The finished quilt is baby or lap quilt size. However, it will be easy to make a quilt of any size. Add more …

Make Them Yourself of Buy a Sturdy Set! Do you ever get confused about what goes where when sewing quilt blocks together? Fortunately there are a number of ways to keep blocks and rows organized. Some of them also work well to keep pieces organized when creating blocks. Nicole from Mama Love Quilts has written …

It’s 1 of 3 Designs – and the Patterns Include the Panels! This delightful quilt is perfect for the sewing room and it’s sized so it can hang just about anywhere. It also makes a lovely gift for a quilting friend. The center fabric panel is included with the pattern or can be purchased separately …

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Panels Make Quilts Go Together Quickly! Have you ever had a fabric panel catch your eye but not know what to do with it? In this video Jenny from Missouri Star Quilt Company shows us how to get creative with quilting panels – and how to mix them with charm squares and other pre-cuts. In …

Make it Any Size and Color! This pretty quilt is one of those great designs that’s highly adaptable. Change the size, make it square or rectangular, add borders or not and give it any color theme you want. Whatever you choose is sure to turn into a wonderful quilt. It’s also easy to make. Two …

Play with Color to Make It Your Own! Two blocks alternate to create a compelling design for this eye-catching quilt. The overall design can take on an entirely different look depending on how the colors and values are arranged. Soft neutrals are so pretty in this quilt. However, it will be wonderful in any color …

Your favorite colors will be beautiful in this charming quilt made from 5" charm squares. See more examples and get the pattern here:...

It’s Great in Prints for Any Season! This festive table quilt will be a charming addition to your home every summer and for patriotic holidays. Or make it up in any color combination you love, including seasonal prints. Christmas and autumn colors immediately come to mind. Or use pastels or colorful and playful prints for …

Make Extras to Give as Gifts! Pull out some scraps and start with a hexie, add “logs” log cabin style, and before you know it you’ll have a wonderful potholder or hot pad. Make your potholders any color you like. Mix it up for a scrappy look or coordinate the colors to fit your kitchen. …