Log Cabin Block Basics : Step-by-Step, Carry-Along Guide to Log Cabin Block Techniques

Your guide to understanding the most popular block in quilting — in the perfect carry-along size!

• Making Log Cabin Blocks
• Making Courthouse Steps Blocks
• Making Half Log Cabin Blocks
• Log Cabin Block Variations:
  ◦ Log Cabin Block Dark
  ◦ Log Cabin Block Light
  ◦ Half Log Cabin Block
  ◦ Partial Half Log Cabin Block
  ◦ Tessellating Half Log Cabin Block
  ◦ Courthouse Steps Block
• Log Cabin Inspiration Gallery
• Yardage Requirements
• Log Cabin Settings

This handy, must-have booklet contains clear step-by-step instructions, tutorials, tips, and techniques for creating traditional log cabin blocks, half log cabin blocks, and courthouse steps log cabin blocks.

Also included are diagrams for six log cabin block variations, yardage requirement charts for log cabin blocks and log cabin quilts, cutting charts for 6", 8", 10", and 12" blocks, and setting ideas.

A reliable go-to pocket guide for both new and experienced quilters alike, this revised edition includes new step-by-step photography with new fabrics, as well as 6 setting suggestions, and an inspirational gallery of completed log cabin designs.

Log Cabin Block Basics is presented in a convenient and compact 4-inch by 6-inch size that slips easily into a quilt bag or purse, so you can take it along for easy reference anywhere!

Jean Ann Wright was editor of Quilt Magazine for 20 years. She is now a best-selling author and has designed several best-selling Creative Grids rulers. Her quilts have appeared in many magazines and she has been a featured guest on The Quilt Show.

Janet Houts transferred graphic design skills to a career in quilting. She designs for several textile companies and her quilts have appeared in numerous magazines.