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Elbow Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Elbow Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

Get ready – this week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing the Elbow block. This bold and graphic block is great large scale fabric you don’t want to cut too small, and showcase in your quilts. Stick with me

Amy March 22, 2021June 4, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Bevel Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Bevel Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Bevel block. Using simple shapes in this block to create movement in a quilt top. Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern each week!

Amy March 15, 2021March 21, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Expansive Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Expansive Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Expansive block. The Half-square triangles add movement and dimension to this block. The results are dynamic too! Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern

Amy March 8, 2021June 4, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Bolts Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Bolts Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Bolts block. This playful block is perfect for all your scraps. Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern each week! Bolts Simple patchwork is

Amy March 1, 2021June 4, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Transparency Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Transparency Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Transparency block. Exploring color with this simple block is a fun way to mix and match colors in quilt blocks. Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a

Amy February 22, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Linework Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Linework Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Linework block. This block might look challenging, but I’ve simplified it so that it’s fun to sew. Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern

Amy February 15, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Fence Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Fence Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing the Fence block. This bold and graphic block is great for all the fabric you don’t want to cut too small, and showcase in your quilts. Follow along as I continue

Amy February 8, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Waves Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Waves Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Waves block. An accentuated triangle adds a ton of movement to any quilt top. Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern each week! Waves

Amy February 1, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more

Traffic Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Traffic Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Traffic block. Experimenting with simple shapes is a lot of fun! Follow along as I continue designing and sharing a new block pattern each week! Traffic If two squares

Amy January 25, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series 2 Comments Read more

Headlights Block: Modern Quilt Block Series

Headlights Block by Amy Ellis for Modern Quilt Block Series

This week in the Modern Quilt Block Series we are sewing up the Headlights block. Using scraps from your scrap bin to show off fabric in the center of this block creates a focal point. Follow along as I continue designing and

Amy January 18, 2021February 19, 2021 Modern Quilt Block Series No Comments Read more
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Hi there! I’m Amy Ellis and I love to inspire new quilters on their creative journey! I’m an author and quilt designer with lots of sewing experience, and I want to share it with you. Check in here for weekly videos, and new patterns that won’t break the bank or take forever to make!

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