Here are 12 blocks that use only Half Square Triangle (HST) and squares. Easy, fun and pretty designs for the beginner or more advanced quilter. The Half Square Triangle has long been a staple in quilting. Many, many blocks use it for at least part of their construction.
Double Pinwheel & Peeping Cats Quilt Blocks. Free Pattern and Tutorial
Sewing a triangle quilt was actually one of my very first quilt projects. It was an extremely frustrating project. I hadn’t done any research at all. I ran across a quilt that inspired me to …
With these 12-inch quilt block patterns, you can easily mix and match to create stunning original quilt patterns. Probably the most common size of quilt block (and definitely the most preferred of the FaveQuilts audience), the 12-inch size is great because it's so versatile, and you've got plenty of space to show off your clever use of HSTs or fussy cut fabrics. If you've come to this page, we're guessing it's because you need something specific. Whatever your spectacular patchwork needs are, we've got the block to fill that gap in your next quilt project! We've collected beautiful blocks from your favorite quilters and are presenting them to you in this simple format! Simply scroll and choose the pattern(s) you want to see, then click the pink "Get This Pattern" button. Join Our 100,000+ Fans And Sign Up to Receive Your FREE eNewsletter!
Learn How to Make a Perfect Maple Leaf Quilt Block with these Free downloadable tutorial instructions.
Everything you need to know about half square triangles for quilts and quilt blocks in one post. Click through for TONS of great information.
Top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter, features their Short-cuts for making and squaring-up multiple Half Square Triangle Quilts at once. Click here!!
The quarter-square triangle magically turns into so many varieties of the disappearing quilt block. Come and explore these! Brother Innov-is BQ3050. Free Pattern.
The quarter-square triangle magically turns into so many varieties of the disappearing quilt block. Come and explore these! Brother Innov-is BQ3050. Free Pattern.
This beautiful paper-pieced block pattern includes two sizes, full-size foundations and a coloring sheet. Dig into your scrap bins and stash to make the Colorburst star pattern! We love gradating color through the foundations and creating color wheels! Blocks finish 12in x 12in and 24in x 24in. Pattern is PDF only and does not include yardage, cutting or step-by-step paper-piecing instructions. For a foundation paper-piecing tutorial, visit sassafras-lane.com
Fun and fast giant star quilt, made using fat quarters. Comes together quickly and perfect for busting through fabric stash.
It’s all the rage among scrap-using quilters. Search for it on YouTube and Pinterest and you’ll see what I mean! Video by Brenda of “Conquering Mount Scrapmore with Brenda” …
Hourglass Blocks are a foundational quilting block. This simple triangle block has so much potential. On its own, it may not look like much. But when you put several together, the impact becomes clear! Hourglass Blocks are the foundation of many different quilt blocks, and it’s easy to build upon this simple block to make...
Learn how to set quilt blocks on point in this photo quilt how to!
Here are five common methods of making a flying geese block. and I put them through their paces constructing a 4" x 2" finished flying geese unit.
Hello! I’m stopping in with a reminder today about the Village parade here on the blog next week… Pictured is a lovely group of houses constructed by Michele at Island Life Quilts. This is the perfect pattern for scraps…or choose a favorite collection as a starting place and then add in other favorites! (For extra […]
The Whirlwind Quilt Block goes by a bunch of other names - Modern Envelope, Twin Sisters, Water Wheel, etc, etc. The traditional Whirlwind quilt block uses only 2 colors but I saw one on Facebook that had 4 fabrics and wanted to figure it out for you.
Learn How to Make a Perfect Dutchman's Puzzle Quilt Block and be sure to download the free pattern!
Are you a crafter, quilter or garment sewer and ever wondered how to sew with linen? I've listed out the tricks, tips and tools you need for success!
Sail Boat Block Tutorial
The days sure fly by don’t they? I’m trying to soak up my little 13 month old…this is one of my favorite ages. We even match. I’m just finishing up a new table runner. I haven’t made pinwheels in so long…I forgot how much I love them. It took all my willpower not...Read More
Half Square Triangles are one of the most popular quilt blocks for good reason. The simple but mighty block can easily be transformed into a complex and intricate design. With all of the possible Half Square Triangle layouts, it’s easy to see why it’s a beloved block by the quilting community. I’ve compiled a list...
I’m a sucker for a Half-Square Triangle (or HST). I was wasting time on gaining inspiration from Pinterest and came across this fabulous image with soooooo many different HST block combinations. If you’ve seen it before, then feel free to move along… but if you’re like me and haven’t seen it before, ENJOY! Image Source Are you on Pinterest? Do you use it regularly?
Piecing a Quilt or Block on Point Here are the formulas you need, and the charts so you don't have to figure it out. Free printable.
Quilting is a craft that has been around since, according to Emporia State University, 3400 B.C. Known for sure to have been used by the Egyptian Pharaohs, quilting eventually spread from the Middle East to Europe. For sure, bed quilts were used in..
If you’re stressed about sewing perfect diamond units, we’re here to calm your nerves with an easy tutorial for strip pieced diamond quilt blocks.
Fast & Easy Scrappy Quilt using Polyester batting
Learn to make 4 half square triangles with just two squares of fabric. Also included: free printable cutting size chart, step photos and video.
This is a tutorial for an easy Equilateral Triangle Quilt, with triangles cut using a rotary cutter. No template required. Finished quilt is a crib size, measuring approximately 40" x 60". For this quilt you will need: 8- 1/4 yard prints 1/2 yard white fabric 1. Cut all of your 1/4 yard prints into perfect 9'' strips. (1/4 yards aren't cut evenly when you buy them). Cut 2- 9'' strips from the white fabric. 2. Line up your 60 degree line on your ruler with the top of your 9 inch strip as shown above. (The top left side of the picture is cut off, but line up the point of your ruler with the point of your fabric.) Cut with your rotary cutter, as indicated by the red dash lines. 3. Line up your 60 degree line along the line you just barely cut. Now cut as indicated by the red dash line above. 4. Each 1/4 yard printed fabric strip should yield 7 equilateral triangles. Repeat for all 8- 1/4 yds until you have a total of 56 colored triangles. The white fabric will yield 14 white triangles. This quilt requires 70 total triangles. 5. Layout your triangles in 7 rows of 10 triangles each. Sew together. Be careful when sewing to match the triangle points together. Square up the edges if desired.
Have you ever wondered what to do with those angle lines are on your quilting ruler? I know when I first started quilting, I had no idea what they were used for and just basically ignored them. But when it came to cutting triangles for a quilt, it all became clear and I realized just what I was missing out on. I love triangle quilts. I love them because they are so easy to put together and they look awesome especially when you mix up the colors. In this tutorial, we will show you how to cut and sew 60º
Learn how to make a simple modern baby quilt. This Herringbone baby quilt tutorial features a quick piece 8 at a time HST method.
You may have heard of chain piecing quilt blocks, but have you chain piecing quilt rows? This technique will save you time and keep you organized!
Today we’re going to cover a basic quilt block: the Diamond in a Square. The traditional way would have you cut a diamond and four...
Cricut Maker Quilt: In Part 1 of this two part post, learn how to find a quilt pattern that is easily designed in Cricut Design Space.
Discover the secret to perfect quilt blocks with starched fabrics! Learn how starching quilt fabrics can give you precise piecing and crisp seams with the Ultimate Guide to Starching Quilt Fabrics.
I love how effective this quilt is for such an easy pattern! This quilt is a great option for beginners, or more experienced quilters who just feel like making a quick to put together quilt. It is also super easy to adjust to your preferences.
Quilts and Quilting - Scrappy Pinwheel in a Square
Inspired by a quilt that my friend Mary shared with me from Pinterest, I decided to design an Ombré HST quilt mathematically. This was the result. I chose to use a gradient of eight different values, numbered 1-8 from lightest to darkest. I began by drawing a 7 by 9 rectangle in my graph notebook and ...continue reading →
Last week my friend Trish posted her new project to make an hourglass block a day, and it felt like a perfect fall project for my current crazy life situation. I can make 2 hourglass blocks in just a few minutes...so I can fit in a block here and there while I'm helping my kids...Read More
