A quilter's favourite - the twelve inch quilt block. These are probably the most commonly used. The measurements divide easily and evenly for quick calculations. Whether the goal is a bed-sized quilt or a cuddle quilt in an afghan size, a 12" quilt block is your go-to choice.

Dolly Madison Star - Variation

Free Quilt Block Pattern

The Dolly Madison Star - Variation quilt block is based on the Ohio Star with an additional, small nine patch block for the centre.

This is a simple block to construct as long as precision in taken with the sewing, particularly with the small nine patch centre.

This quilt block can introduce beginner quilters to the quarter square triangle patch, which is so prevalent in many quilts.

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