Crossways - free quilt pattern

 This super simple but effective quilt from All People Quilt uses a plain block alternating with a four patch to give a diagonal lattice effect.

This beginner friendly project finishes at  90 1/2" square.  Click here to download

For other blocks that use four patches click here

Stars and Chain Throw - Free Pattern

 This throw uses a complex star block alternating with a simple chain block to great effect.  The stars are a variation on Queen Charlottes Crown.

Click here to download the project which finishes at 56 1/2" square

Four-pointed Star Chain - Free Pattern

 This table topper from All People Quilt uses the classic Triple Irish Chain but adds stars in the negative space.  The four pointed stars use a triangle which I use the Tri-Recs ruler to cut - this makes it a n intermediate project.

Once again although it is a small project it would be easy to adapt and make larger.  The download here is for a 42 1/2" square quilt.

Bluesy Burgoyne- Free Pattern

 Burgoyne Surrounded variation from All People Quilt

Click here to download

Stars at Dusk Table Runner- free pattern

 Two types of stars formed from uneven nine patches form this table topper which has a diagonal chain background.

The pattern comes from All People Quilt and is for a 28 1/2" square topper but could be adapted to have more blocks and make it quilt sized. Click here to download

Pastel Party - Free Quilt Pattern

 This quilt is just 18" square and uses a churn dash variation

Click here to download

Bright Side - Free Pattern

 This simple table topper uses alternating nine patches and churn dash blocks

Click here to download

Timeless Beauty Table Topper - Free Quilt Pattern

 This table topper from All People Quilt is in the classic read and white.  It showcases nine patches arranged in a nine patch and flying geese sashing with square in a square cornerstones.

This pattern is for a 9" block and finishes at 33 1/2" square but it would be a simple exercise to make this into a bigger quilt with more blocks.  Click here to download

Click here to go to other nine patch blocks

Warm Welcome - Free Quilt Pattern

 This quilt from All People Quilt uses Irish Chain style blocks which alternate with a Friendship Star variation using a square in a square in the centre.

This pattern is 65 1/2" square

Click here to download

For other posts about the Friendship star click here

For other nine patch blocks (which could be substituted for the star in the design above) click here

Fall Favorites - Free Pattern

This quilt from All People Quilt is a variation on a log cabin with cornerstones for each log and a Churn Dash block in the centre.  Although the free pattern is for a wall quilt (35 1/2" square) it would be easy to simply make more blocks to make a bigger quilt.

Click here to download

Neon Dreams - Free Quilt Pattern

 This quilt from All People Quilt uses four patches arranged in a nine patch for the main block along with square in a square and flying geese for sashing and plain cornerstones.

The result is a clever trick that forms the chains and stars that make the whole pattern look more complicated than it is.

The pattern is 102" square click here to download

Cinnamon Swirl - Free Quilt Pattern

 Sashed four patches and pinwheel cornerstones star in this quilt reminiscent of an Irish Chain from All People Quilt.

The finished design is 65"x77".  Click here to download

Rhapsody In Blue - Free Quilt Pattern

 This is a stunning example of the Single Irish Chain pattern from All People Quilt.

The free pattern is for a rectangular quilt that is about 72"x90" and is perfect for a beginner with the large quilt blocks and only squares to sew.  Click here to download

This post links to other Irish Chain variations

Garden Paths Quilt - Free quilt pattern

 A variation on the Irish Chain patterns - this is an example of a two pattern block which alternates between a star and the "trellis" block that forms the diagonal chains.  Each of these blocks is formed from an uneven nine patch so it would be possible to substitute another block if you wanted to - but why would you?

It comes from All People Quilt and is 70 1/2 inches square (approximately)

Click here to go to the webpage

Star Garden - Free Pattern

 This table runner from All People Quilt uses Le Moyne star blocks

Click here to download

Arrowhead block

 Take two flying geese blocks and stack to make a square - this gives you the arrowhead block

This example is from Generations Quilt Patterns and instructions for 5 sizes are included here

Moonkin stitchery also did a quilt on YouTube

This block is based on a 2x2 grid - for other two by two blocks click here

Anvil variation

 

Based on a 2x2 grid this block uses HST's and squares.  It can be made using strip sets to make the two colour HST sections.

Generations Quilt Patterns gives instructions in four sizes here - useful if you want to make a sampler project.

Other quilt blocks based on a 2x2 grid

courthouse steps/Amish Squares

Amish Squares

Courthouse Steps

Courthouse Steps or Amish Squares is similar to the log cabin block, it uses strips which are added to a central square to grow outwards, however it adds them in pairs so the top and bottom strips are added them the left and right sides, in other words the measuring is easier!  The colouration is what gives a stepped hour glass effect or a bordered square.  The central square is traditionally just a square but there is nothing stopping you from using a small block at the center; and of course add as many strips as you want, one block could make the entire quilt 

Here are some examples

A video by Nancy's Notions uses a four patch at the centre

Generations quilt patterns - courthouse steps in three sizes

-Amish Squares in three sizes

This version uses the log cabin tool

Bob uses a measure as you go technique here

Delafield Quilt Company makes a 9" square block and concentrates on pressing seams

Of course Jenny Doan had to make one from precuts

Jean Lorraine used sashing between her blocks

Quilt Street discusses using scraps and different arrangements

Speaking of scraps this is one of the scrap projects from Quilted Forest

My Sewing room claims the block can be made in 6 minutes

Donna Jordan used the block to make placemats in her video

For her first ever YouTube video Zuzu's Petals did a multicolour variation - gonna need the design wall but it is stunning

Merry Mabel Market uses it as a frame for a panel or cross stitch

 

aircraft

This quilt block is based upon a 4x4 grid and uses HST's in two sizes - it is similar to (but different from) the Flock of Geese block that uses two of the large HST units rather than one. 

The image above is from Generations Quilt Patterns and includes instructions for three different sizes. Click here for the web page

The single multi subunit can also be called "Bird in the Air" and this example is from Theresa Downunder if you are a visual learner - just add an HST unit in the same finished size.

For other blocks based upon a 2x2 grid click here

Flock of Geese Block

 

This block is four units two large HST's and two units made from four smaller (half size HST's), I have seen other blocks with this name but not this design.

  It is by a lovely lady to whom I subscribe on YouTube Brenda @ Conquering Mount Scrapmore who talks to groups for free and offers several FREE blocks each and every week (some of which I think are her own designs...) along with some sew alongs in the past.  The video description contains all the cutting instructions.  She definitely deserves more subscribers than she has!

Apologies Brenda I did a screenshot to get a closer look at the block :)

This block is based on a 2x2 grid - for other 2x2 blocks click here

Fidget Spinner Block

 

This one is a lovely block for something like a pillow or a sampler quilt.  It  includes four pinwheels made with HST's which are sashed with narrow sashing and a contrast cornerstone in the centre of the block.  It is by a lovely lady to whom I subscribe on YouTube Brenda @ Conquering Mount Scrapmore who talks to groups for free and offers several FREE blocks each and every week (most which I think are her own designs...) along with some sew alongs in the past.  The video description contains all the cutting instructions.  She definitely deserves more subscribers than she has!

Apologies Brenda I did a screenshot to get a closer look at the block :)

Born to Roar 2- Free Pattern

This is another from Henry Glass and uses small images (8 inches) alternating with a variation on the Bears Paw - Click here to download

Tree House - Free Quilt Pattern

From Henry Glass Fabrics - another panel quilt this time with sawtooth stars etc in the border.

Click here to download

A Beautiful Day #1- Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

This panel has a simple offset square border to utilise medium scale focus prints.

Click here to download

A Beautiful Day #2- Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Framed focus fabrics/panels alternate with an Ohio Star variation with four patches in the corners.

Click here to download

Evening Star-Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

One large block to make a quilt measuring 64 1/2" square.  Two sizes of pieced star add a little extra detail.

Click here to download

Quilted Kitties#2-Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Focus fabrics in large squares and nested sawtooth stars - this quilt is rated advanced beginner despite it's complicated looks.

Click here to download

Turtle March#1

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

How do you change a landscape panel to a portrait quilt?  Add rows of blocks above and below.

Click here to download

Cottonwood Stables #2- Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Another two block quilt with one block which creates a diagonal lattice round the second star block

Click here to download

Turtle March #2- Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Framed small panels alternate with focus fabrics - no need for sashings.

Click here to download

Basin Blooms-Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

A panel changes shape slightly with co-ordinating strips and is then framed with a Sawtooth Star border.

Click here to download

Serene Garden - Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Alternating pinwheels and sheepfold blocks make a complicated looking block.

Download here

All Things Spring - Free Quilt Pattern

 This is a double bed sized quilt with on-point blocks from All People Quilt. The block is similar to Trip Around the World.  The version here is shown in soft spring colours for a historic look but it would also look good in more vibrant shades.

Click here to download

Cottonwood Stables#1-Free pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Another way with a panel - this time sawtooth stars with other focus fabrics form the border.

Click here to download

Bucklebury Chintz #2- Free pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

Italian Style block alternates with plain blocks.

download here

Buckleberry Chintz- free pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

This quilt alternates pieced blocks with plain blocks.  The chintz background matches the border for a traditional look.

Download here

Morning Star Quilt- Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

One large star makes a 64 1/2" square quilt.  Two sizes of pieced stars add extra details and large HST's make the star points.  A simple thin strip border makes sure the binding doesn't cut off the star points and adds a final accent.  Do I sound like I like this one - that would be a yes.

Download from here

Cobalt Seas - Free Pattern

 From Henry Glass Fabrics

This quilt uses small panels and alternates them with quarter square triangles - the thing to note is that the QST's have been trimmed to match the panels once they are made so that they become rectangular, another reminder that you can always do the same.  The "panels" do not have to be a panel print either, fussy cutting a large scale print would also work.

Simple enough for a confident beginner

Download here

Hey Sports Fans - Free Pattern

 More quilt panel ideas from Henry Glass Fabrics - this 24" panel is a common size.

This one has been given a chevron border made from HST's, pieced cornerstones which merge cleverly with the border and then a chequered border made from alternating coloured squares.  Make you own version with your own fabrics.

Download here