On Cloud Nine: Water Wheel Quilt Block

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Water Wheel Quilt Block is a Free Pattern for a 12" quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Water Wheel Quilt Block




Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

  • Blue: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the Lt. Blue 2 1/2″ squares & with the White 2 1/2″ squares. Together they’ll create FOUR (4) Four-Patch squares. They’ll also be the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • Lt. Blue: Cut FOUR (4) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the Blue 2 1/2″ squares & with the White 2 1/2″ squares. Together they’ll create FOUR (4) Four-Patch squares. They’ll also be the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • Lt. Blue: Cut TWO (2) 4 7/8″ squares. (These are paired with the White 4 7/8″ squares, which will create FOUR (4) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut EIGHT (8) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the Lt. Blue 2 1/2″ squares & with the Blue 2 1/2″ squares. Together they’ll create FOUR (4) Four-Patch squares. They’ll also be the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut TWO (2) 4 7/8″ squares. On the back side of the squares draw a diagonal line, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. (These are paired with the Lt. Blue 4 7/8″ squares, which will create FOUR (4) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut ONE (1) 4 1/2″ square. (This is the center of this quilt block.)

Quilt Therapy Quilt Note for Quilt Block TutorialsWater Wheel Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Water Wheel Quilt Block Diagram




Water Wheel Quilt is a Free Pattern for a 36" x 48" quilt at QuiltTherapy.com!

Water Wheel Quilt

If you make TWELVE (12) “Water Wheel Quilt Blocks,” you’ll end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished, 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

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Quilted Kitchen: Kettle of Fish Quilt Block & Kettle of Fish Chowder Recipe

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Kettle of Fish Quilt Block is a Free Pattern for a 12" quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Kettle of Fish Quilt Block




Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

  • Teal: Cut TWO (2) 1 7/8″ squares. (These are flanked by the results of the Blue 2 1/2″ squares as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Teal: Cut TWO (2) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the results of the Blue 2 7/8″ squares. They’re the “body” of the fish as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Teal: Cut EIGHT (8) 2 1/2″ squares. On the back side of each square draw a diagonal line, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. (These are paired with the Blue 2 1/2″ squares, which will create SIXTEEN (16) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Teal: Cut ONE (1) 2 1/2″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles. (These will flank the Teal 2 1/2″ squares. They’re the “nose” of the fish as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut EIGHT (8) 2 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the Teal 2 1/2″ squares, which will create SIXTEEN (16) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut ONE (1) 2 1/2″ square. (This is paired with the White 2 1/2″ square, which will create TWO (2) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut ONE (1) 2 1/2″ square. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles. (These will flank the Teal 2 1/2″ square as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut TWO (2) 2 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You will end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (These will flank the Teal 2 1/2″ square. They’re the “fins” of the fish as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut FOUR (4) 1 1/2″ squares. (These are paired with the results of the White 2 1/2″ squares as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut FOUR (4) 1 7/8″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles. (These will flank the White 1 1/2″ squares as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut TWO (2) 2 1/2″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You will end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (These will flank the White 2 1/2″ squares as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut ONE (1) 2 1/2″ square. On the back side of the square draw a diagonal line, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. (This is paired with the Blue 2 1/2″ square, which will create TWO (2) Half-Square Triangles, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut EIGHT (8) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (These are the FOUR (4) corners of each of the FOUR (4) sections of this quilt block.)

Quilt Therapy Quilt Note for Quilt Block TutorialsKettle of Fish Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Kettle of Fish Quilt Block Diagram

Kettle of Fish Quilt is a Free Pattern for a 36" x 48" quilt at QuiltTherapy.com!

Kettle of Fish Quilt

If you make TWELVE (12) “Kettle of Fish Quilt Blocks,” you will end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished, 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.




Kettle of Fish Chowder a Free Recipe from Dairy Goodness!Kettle of Fish Chowder a Free Recipe from Dairy Goodness!

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Friday Funday! More Free Flannel Quilt Patterns!

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“Autumn Glow” a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Jane Cheryl Haynes from Benartex“Autumn Glow” is a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Jane Cheryl Haynes from Benartex

“How to Upcycle Flannel Shirts into a Cozy Quilt” a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Stephanie from Swoodson Says“How to Upcycle Flannel Shirts into a Cozy Quilt” is a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Stephanie from Swoodson Says




“Midnight Flowers” a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Cheryl Haynes from Benartex“Midnight Flowers” is a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Cheryl Haynes from Benartex

“Flannel Plaid Patchwork” a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter“Flannel Plaid Patchwork” is a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter




“Welcome Home” a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Shabby Fabrics from Maywood Studio“Welcome Home” is a Free Flannel Quilt Pattern designed by Shabby Fabrics from Maywood Studio

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Quilt Dash is all about “Smile & Wave” this Month!

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The inspiration for this quilt comes from the Penguins in the original Madagascar movie!

When the penguins are sitting on the bench in Times Square, the police start moving in, to try to capture the escaped zoo animals. Rico is the leader of the Penguins. He tells his two friends to, “Smile & Wave” so they don’t look too conspicuous.

In other words: If you’re confronted with anything that’s not to your liking, all you need to do is “Smile & Wave” it away! The Penguins from the original movie "Madagascar"!

"Smile & Wave" Quilt is a Free Pattern Designed by TK Harrison for members of Quilt Dash!“Smile & Wave”
Designed by TK Harrison (that’s me 🙂 )!
This traditionally pieced quilt measures 67″ x 79” when finished.
The quilt blocks are 12” finished & 12 1/2” unfinished.

There are only TWO (2) blocks in this quilt if you make it as shown. Although you can make it larger or smaller depending on your preference.

There are SIX (6) rows that make up the “Smile & Wave” Quilt. They’re repeated THREE (3) times each:

"Smile & Wave" Rows # 1, 3 & 5 is a Free Pattern for members of Quilt Dash!

"Smile & Wave" Rows # 2, 4 & 6 is a Free Pattern for members of Quilt DashThere’s some Square in a Squares, several Half-Square Triangles & a few Flying Geese! If you can sew these elements together then you can make this quilt! Especially if you’re able to chain piece everything together!

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In order for you to download this free pattern, all you need to do is to create a new account (or login to your current account) at QuiltDash.com & click on the link that says “Join the QuiltDash” (no quotes). Once you’ve done that, you just need to search for the images on the shops/websites/blogs who are participating in this month’s Quilt Dash. It’s really quite simple & it’s a fun thing to do! Not to mention you get to look at some lovely quilty fabrics & notions that you may just want to purchase (I promise not to tell anyone 🙂 )!

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Star Power: Wild Geese Star Quilt Block & Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt Block

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Wild Geese Star Quilt Block is a Free Pattern for a 12" quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Wild Geese Star Quilt Block




Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

  • Green: Cut ONE (1) 3 7/8″ square. (This is paired with the White 3 7/8″ square which will create ONE (1) Square in a Square. Together they’ll create the center of this quilt block.)
  • Green: Cut ONE (1) 7 1/4″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. You’ll end up with FOUR (4) triangles. (These are are flanked by the results of the Gray
    4 1/4″ square, as well as the results of the White 4 1/4″ square. Together they’ll create FOUR (4) Flying Geese as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Gray: Cut TWO (2) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (These will flank the center Quarter-Square triangle, which will create ONE (1) Square in a Square, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Gray: Cut TWO (2) 5 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. You’ll end up with FOUR (4) triangles per square. ( These are paired with the results of the White 5 1/4″ squares. Then they’ll flank the results of the Green 7 1/4″ square, which will create FOUR (4) Flying Geese, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut FOUR (4) 3 1/2″ squares. (These are the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut TWO (2) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (This is paired with the Green 3 7/8″ square which will create ONE (1) Square in a Square. Together they’ll create the center of this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut TWO (2) 5 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. You’ll end up with FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These are paired with the results of the Gray 5 1/4″ squares. Then they’ll flank the results of the Green 7 1/4″ square, which will create FOUR (4) Flying Geese, as needed for this quilt block.)

Quilt Therapy Quilt Note for Quilt Block TutorialsWild Geese Star Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!Wild Geese Star Quilt Block Diagram

Wild Geese Star Quilt is a Free Pattern for a 36" x 48" quilt at QuiltTherapy.com!

Wild Geese Star Quilt

If you make TWELVE (12) “Wild Geese Star Quilt Blocks,” you’ll end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished, 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.




Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt Block is a Free Pattern for a 12" quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt Block

Cutting Requirements for 12″ finished block (scant 1/4″ seam allowance):

  • Blue: Cut TWO (2) 3 7/8″ squares. (These are paired with the White 3 7/8″ squares which will create FOUR (4) Half-Square Triangles. They’ll also be the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut ONE (1) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles, (This is paired with the results of the White 3 7/8″ square which will create ONE (1) Quarter-Square Triangle. They’ll also be create the center of this quilt block.)
  • Blue: Cut TWO (2) 4 1/4″ squares. (These are paired with the results of the Gray 4 1/4″
    squares. Then they’ll flank the results of the White 7 1/4″ square, which will create FOUR (4) Flying Geese, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Gray: Cut TWO (2) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles per square. (These will flank the Quarter-Square Triangle in the center of this quilt block, which will create ONE (1) Square in a Square, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • Gray: Cut TWO (2) 4 1/4″ squares. Then cut the squares diagonally, corner-to-corner, TWO (2) times. You’ll end up with FOUR (4) triangles per square. (These are paired with the results of the Blue 4 1/4″  squares. Then they’ll flank the results of the White 7 1/4″ squares, which will create FOUR (4) Flying Geese, as needed for this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut ONE (1) 3 7/8″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles. (These are paired with the results of the Blue 3 7/8″ squares which will create ONE (1) Quarter-Square Triangle. They’ll also be the center of this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut TWO (2) 3 7/8″ squares. On the back side of the squares draw a diagonal line, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. (These are paired with the Blue 3 7/8″ squares which will create FOUR (4) Half-Square Triangles. They’ll also be the FOUR (4) corners of this quilt block.)
  • White: Cut ONE (1) 7 1/4″ squares. Then cut the square diagonally, corner-to-corner, ONE (1) time. You’ll end up with TWO (2) triangles. (These are flanked by the results of the Blue 3 7/8″ squares & the results of the Gray 3 7/8″ squares. Together they’ll create FOUR (4) Flying Geese as needed for this quilt block.)

Quilt Therapy Quilt Note for Quilt Block TutorialsWild Geese Star Quilt Block Diagram is a Free Pattern for 12" finished quilt block at QuiltTherapy.com!

Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt Block Diagram

Wild Geese Star Quilt is a Free Pattern for a 36" x 48" quilt at QuiltTherapy.com!

Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt

If you make TWELVE (12) “Wild Geese Star Variation Quilt Blocks,” you’ll end up with the quilt top pictured above. The size will be 36″ x 48″ finished, 36 1/2″ x 48 1/2″ unfinished.

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