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It’s Block Mania: Celebrating Reading with “Readers” Quilt Block!

Hello Quilty friends! Welcome to another Block Mania Tuesday! This month’s theme is all about celebrating reading, and I couldn’t resist creating something special for you. Introducing the “Readers” quilt block, designed with love and a touch of literary charm.

If you’re new to Block Mania, here’s the scoop: on the first Tuesday of the month, Carolin Moore orchestrates this fantastic blog hop where designers like myself craft 12” finished quilt blocks based on a theme. And the best part? You get to download these blocks ...

This month’s free quilt block is the Audio Book Quilt Block. The theme for this month is “books,” so I thought this

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Block Mania Tuesday

Today is the day!!! It’s another block mania Tuesday, and I made it in the nick of time… I really didn’t think I was going to have a block to share this month because I just got back from teaching on a quilting cruise for a whole week!! It was so much fun!  I didn’t get to work on my block on the ship. And I didn’t get to work on it the week after I got home either… but last Monday I put on my big girl panties and got it done ...

I’m so happy to share this snow capped mountain quilt block! it is such a fun design, and can be combined with

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Happy Tuesday!!

Hey there quilters! It’s another Block Mania Day, and I am joining in again. This month, we’re diving headfirst into the arid beauty of the desert. As someone who calls the desert home, I couldn’t be more thrilled to share my latest creation with you all. I’m proud to present my Diamondback Quilt Block..

You might have noticed that my block designs for this year’s block mania all share a similar style — a blend of fun, funky, and just a touch of quirky. My goal is to create a quilt with all my ...

In the world of quilting, every stitch tells a story. And what better way to piece that story together than a sampler quilt? Block Mania is the perfect way for you to get a wide variety of quilt blocks for free. Meet Snowy Owl Quilt block, my take on a modern whimsy owl. This block is the perfect addition to your quilting pattern archive that can add a dash of charm and a sprinkle of magic to your quilts.

Snowy Owl Quilt Block

Today, I am yet again joining in on this month’s Block Mania blog hop, where us ...

When I was thinking of what kind of quilt block would be a fun for a beach theme, I thought of Sun

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Welcome back to Quilt Block Mania Tuesday! This month’s theme is all about “Drinks”, and I couldn’t resist putting a different spin on it with the Grey Goose Quilt Block. Inspired by the iconic flying geese design, this block has been a favorite of mine since 2015, when I first created it for a mini quilt swap. This block pattern will help you make perfect flying geese!

Whether you’re a modern or traditional quilter, the Grey Goose block is a versatile addition to any sampler quilt. But why stop there? This block can stand alone to create ...

This month’s theme is “drinks,” so I designed this fun champagne quilt block, complete with a champagne bottle and two champagne glasses.

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Are you ready to embark on a creative journey that will touch your heart? In the world of quilting where the quilt block is queen, Block Mania is everything. As we dive into this month’s theme and 28 quilt bocks centered around making, let’s explore how we can make each quilt block with heartfelt intentions. I have a very special block for you, a hand quilt block which represents every type of making. This is my Made with Love quilt block.

For my fabrics I used Ruby Star Society. Don’t you just love the floral background fabric ...

This fun gear quilt block could also be called a cog quilt block, depending on what you’re looking for. The Gear is

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Happy New Year! Our theme for this month is “Party,” so I thought a fun and simple crown block would be the

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This safety pin quilt block pattern was designed for this month’s Quilt Block Mania theme of “Baby.” If you scroll down, you’ll

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Today’s quilt block is to celebrate fall… it is this fun Pumpkin Spice Quilt Block! For folks living in areas where there

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This Flaming Hoop Quilt Block was inspired by this month’s theme of creating a circus-themed quilt block. There are so many things

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This month’s theme is quilting, so I made a Carolina Moore quilt block. I turned my updated logo into a block that

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I’m so excited to share a big announcement today! Art Gallery Fabrics has named me as their first-ever SEWLEBRITY! I’ve been an

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Welcome to Block Mania!! This month’s theme is all about friendship. There are some really cute blocks in this link package, so follow the links on the list below to build the perfect quilt. I have a special treat for you, so keep reading until the end. I went a little deep in thought for my block this month. As I pondered the meaning of friends, how important they are, and how people come in and out of our lives at different points, my block appeared. I just love it. As a modern maker, I took a different approach ...

Welcome to Block Mania!! This month’s theme is all about friendship. There are some really cute blocks in this link package, so follow the links on the list below to build the perfect quilt. I have a special treat for you, so keep reading until the end. I went a little deep in thought for my block this month. As I pondered the meaning of friends, how important they are, and how people come in and out of our lives at different points, my block appeared. I just love it. As a modern maker, I took a different approach ...

I’m so excited to share this Friendship Circle Heart Quilt Block with you as this month’s free pattern. With the theme this

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