How to Sew a Log Cabin Quilt Block Using 2.5” Strips The log cabin is such a useful quilt block to know, especially if you have a pile of 2.5” strips waiting to be used. It starts with one small square in the centre, then grows a little with every strip you add. There’s no complicated piecing involved, just sew, press, rotate and repeat. For this version, I’m using 2.5” wide strips throughout. The completed block measures 14.5” square, making it a lovely big block for quilts,

Sew a Split Nine Patch Quilt Block The split nine patch is one of those brilliant quilt blocks that looks simple on its own, but becomes really exciting once you start making more of them. It is made just like a basic nine patch block, but with a few half square triangles added in. When the blocks are repeated and turned in different directions, you can create diagonal lines, zig zags, diamonds, barn raising layouts and lots of lovely scrappy movement. quilt layout ideas - 16

Uneven 9 Patch Quilt Block Tutorial If you love quick, playful quilt blocks with lots of visual impact, the uneven 9 patch is a great one to try. It starts with a simple four‑patch, then a couple of clever cuts transform it into something much more dynamic. What you’ll need for one block 4 fabric squares, each 5 inches 2 contrasting fabrics work best for a bold effect Rotary cutter, ruler, sewing machine, iron Step 1: Sew a Four Patch Arrange your four 5‑inch squares into a c