Quilts with squares and rectangles

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This tutorial is for the 3 quilts with blocks made up of 2 rectangles. I don't cut rectangles though. I piece strips together. Cut your strips any width you want. I used 2.5" in one quilt, 3" in the next and this one is using 3.5". After piecing 2 strips together, measure the width. That is the size you will cut at. I have had several questions about what size I cut them. It has to be the same measurement as your sewn width or they won't be squares. Place the bottom edge of the first strip…

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For a couple of months now, I have been trying to land on a block design for my next Rainbow Scrap Challenge quilt. There were some types of fabric scraps I really wanted to focus on so I needed a block that had spaces for them. I wanted to clean out some scraps with multiple colors and low volumes that had a lot of color in them. I finally found a block that was going to work perfectly for what I wanted (thanks to Cathy and Diann). My blocks look very different than theirs because they are…

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Looking for a fun quilt project that's perfect for beginners or anyone who loves quick and colorful creations? Look no further than your box of 10" charm squares! . These pre-cut squares are a quilter's dream, and with a little inspiration, you can whip up amazing quilts in no time.…

{Please kindly note that this quilt along took place in 2014 and is no longer happening. However, you can easily do your own quilt-along by following the goals outlined below. Thank you!} 4 weeks w…

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Are you looking for easy and beginner-friendly patterns to sew? I got you covered! This simple quilt using 5-inch squares and 1-inch strips by my sewing room is perfect for beginners like you. You can also use your fabric scraps for this project, so take them out if you have them. It's super fun and