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.

Mother's Dream

Free Quilt Block Pattern

The Mother's Dream quilt block is a simple four patch design featuring patches you first learn as you begin your quiltmaking journey.

This block uses several half square triangle patches and then uses quarter square triangles and also half square triangle pieces to create what many quilters refer to as a three quarter square triangle patch. All in all, this is a fun block to create.

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