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.

The photo from © Pinterest This quilt block pattern combines two four patch blocks with contrasting fabrics. You can use a light and a dark fabric for each block, or mix and match different colors and

Help! The fabric is not enough to back a quilt. Is that you? Check out 5 ways to make a quilt back large enough with the stash you have.

I mentioned last week that HeartStrings is doing a 3 yard quilt challenge and I’m taking advantage of the opportunity to make some kid quilts for donation. This is the 2nd Town Square quilt from Fabri

Heather of Coffee and Quilts explains what 3-yard quilts are and why she loves them. They're quick and easy quilt patterns that use just three 1-yard cuts of fabric.

Today let's work on this traditional quilt block that has no name! That doesn't happen very often - maybe we should decide on a name for it. The block finishes at 12" square. I usually make blocks that have white or ivory for a background color but decided I should try something different. Let me know what you think!

Here is another quick and easy to make 'quilt as you go' block and it is the second in our series of QAYG blocks. (You can find the first QAYG block here.) I really love playing around with my scrap fabric to see what I can make. You can make an assortment of different types and sew them all together into a quilt or you can sew them into table runners and cushion covers. But whatever you decide to do, these quilt blocks will help you to use up your fabric stash, and that's always a plus. And…

Discover creative quilt panel border ideas to enhance your quilt projects. Find inspiration and tips for adding beautiful, unique borders.

This beginner block is super easy with only three sizes of patches, no triangles, and lots of different looks depending on color placement. I'll show some different color and layout options at the end.

Make your first quilt or your 100th quilt with this super easy pattern that only requires 3 yards of fabric! 3 Yard Quilts are the latest trend in quilting. They cost less to make, are often really qu