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Patchwork quilts are probably the most common type of quilt throughout North America. Patchwork quilts can range from being super simple to incredibly complex, incorporate all materials and colors, and come in the broadest range of patterns and designs.

Patchwork quilts generally work in blocks and are based on a pattern. Some patchwork quilts use the same pattern for each block only changing the materials or color scheme, others alternate the same patterned blocks through the quilt, and then there are quilts which have a different patchwork pattern in each block.

Even after you find your pattern you must still spend some time on choosing your color scheme and materials, it is very important to try and lay out as much of the material you can to ensure everything fits together properly and looks good.

The great thing about using a patchwork quilt pattern is that before you start you are given dimensions of each piece of fabric you will need to use. This means that if you are buying any fabric you know exactly house much to purchase. Remember you can always get a little bit more for when you create a scrap quilt later on down the track and want to have a piece of each of your quilts in the finished result.

Check out the patchwork quilt patterns and books below for inspirational ideas and creative sources that will keep you busy for years!

• 101 Patchwork Potholders
  Potholders are just the beginning for this fabulous collection of patchwork blocks! These designs can be used to make quilts, wall hangings, tablecloths, vests, Christmas decorations and more. All 8" blocks are made using the same 10 template patterns.
• 101 Log Cabin Blocks with Full-Size Patterns for Foundation Piecing
  If you love a Log cabin quilt this book is fantastic. It includes the tradition Log Cabin Block (in four sizes!) as well as newer, more creative versions of this classical design and many more.
• 101 Quilt Blocks for Hand Piecing
  Quilt blocks and full-size patterns with helpful instructions for novices and experts. Featuring many classic designs as well as some new innovation. This collection will appeal to every quilt maker.
• Log Cabin Flower Quilts
  This book was written to fulfil every quilters desire for quick and easy floral quilts with little appliqué. The process quickly translates all your favourite fabric scraps into wonderful floral quilts.
• Patchwork for Patriots
  What a fantastic collection of foundation-pieced blocks with patriotic themes. These quilt pattern can be easily made up, displayed proudly or given to someone who needs comfort while serving abroad.
• Traditional Patchwork Quilt Patterns
  These patchwork quilt patterns come with plastic templates and instructions. There are over 27 easy to make quilt designs.
• Under the Stars Quilt (Downloadable Plan)
  The log cabin quilt design has been a quilting favourite since the Civil war. This quilt pattern has been creatively altered to include an appliquéd gold star.