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Hi friends, Trudi here with B‑Tru Quilts. Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite vintage blocks — Ocean Waves. This block has a rich history, and I’ll take you through its evolution and show you a simplified version I designed to avoid those pesky Y-seams. A Brief History of Ocean Waves Ocean Waves first appeared around 1855. It gained popularity from 1880 to 1920 and was published in 1894 in Ohio Farmer / Farm & Fireside. In the 1920s, Ruby McKim featured it in the R

Some quilt patterns ask for a whole weekend. Diamond Pathways is not one of them. This new free fat quarter quilt pattern was designed for the kind of sewing day when you want a pretty finish without pulling every fabric off the shelf or spending hours on tiny units. It uses simple strip piecing, fat quarters, and one steady background fabric to create a bold diamond-style layout that comes together quickly. I added photos of the quilt and the fabric pull throughout this post

Make 48 star‑point blocks and 48 potato‑chip two‑patches Sew low‑volume four‑patch centers Build 12 complete star blocks Create a scrappy 2½" border using scrappy 2.5" pieces of fabric Assemble four corner blocks for a polished finish This quilt comes together quickly with no complicated matching — just simple pieces, easy steps, and lots of beautiful scraps. ▶️ WATCH THE FULL TUTORIAL: Find this video and more free quilt patterns on our B‑Tru Quilting YouTube channel. ...

PDF Download Quilting reference sheet by BTru Quilts, offering essential cutting charts and measurements for HST, QST, and Flying Geese. Essential Triangle Ruler Link https://amzn.to/3U6Puvq Quilt in a Day Large 4x8 Flying Geese Ruler https://amzn.to/4w2Ii0P You Tube Video Link - https://youtu.be/9a0S-qrVAnA Flying Geese Body or QST 1/4 Flying Geese Wing or HST 1/2 Flying Geese Wing or HST 1/2

Embracing the Quilting Community Quilting is more than just a hobby; it's a way to connect with others. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, there's a place for you in this vibrant community. I invite you to explore the joy of creating beautiful quilts that can bring comfort to those in need. The Joy of Quilting When I first started quilting, I was overwhelmed by the options. Fabrics, patterns, and techniques seemed endless. But I soon discovered that quilting

✨ Introducing the Plus Two Quilt Series ✨ Welcome to our Plus Two Quilt Series — a fresh collection of patterns designed for quilters who love simplicity, speed, and style! Each pattern in this series uses either a precut bundle or yardage, plus two yards of backing fabric, making it easy to dive right in with what you already have on hand. The first design, Positively Modern, kicks off the series with bold, clean lines and a contemporary twist — and you can grab the free PDF

Welcome to How I Spend My Quilting Allowance! If you've ever found yourself standing in a fabric shop, bolt in hand, wondering whether this purchase counts as a "necessity" or a "treat" — welcome, friend. You're in exactly the right place. This is the first post in a new series called How I Spend My Quilting Allowance — a series dedicated to the nitty-gritty, practical, and sometimes delightfully indulgent world of quilting supplies and where to find them. Each installment wi