Puzzle Quilts: Simple Blocks, Complex Fabrics

How to Make a Puzzle Quilt

1. Gather your materials. You will need:
1. Fabric scraps
2. A sewing machine
3. Thread
4. A needle
5. A rotary cutter and cutting mat
6. A ruler
7. Scissors
8. Iron and ironing board
2. Cut your fabric scraps into squares. The squares can be any size you want, but they should all be the same size.
3. Sew the squares together in random order. You can use any type of stitch you want, but a simple straight stitch is fine.
4. Continue sewing squares together until you have a quilt top that is the size you want.
5. Quilt the top to a layer of batting and backing fabric.
6. Bind the quilt with bias tape or another type of binding.

Tips for Choosing Fabrics

• Choose fabrics that are different colors and patterns. This will create a more interesting quilt.
• Use a variety of textures. This will add depth and interest to the quilt.
• Consider using some novelty fabrics. This can add a bit of fun to the quilt.
• Don't be afraid to experiment. There are no rules when it comes to choosing fabrics for a puzzle quilt.

Tips for Designing the Quilt

• Decide on the size and shape of the quilt. This will help you determine how many blocks you need to make.
• Choose a layout for the blocks. You can arrange the blocks in any way you want, but some layouts are more popular than others.
• Consider using different colors and patterns to create a specific design.
• Don't be afraid to experiment. There are no rules when it comes to designing a puzzle quilt.

Example Puzzle Quilts

Here are some examples of puzzle quilts that I have made: