This beginner-friendly Pinwheel Quilt Block variation is the perfect way to add movement and charm to your quilts. Using simple half-square triangles, you’ll learn how to create a block that looks advanced but is totally achievable—even if you’re brand new to quilting. Follow this step-by-step tutorial and start stitching your own colorful pinwheel twist today!

The Square in Square quilt block (also called Diamond in a Square) is a timeless favorite that can look tricky at first glance—but don’t worry, it’s much easier than it seems!

In fact, there’s more than one way to make this classic block. In my latest tutorial, I walk you through two beginner-friendly methods:

• The traditional piecing method, perfect if you love accuracy and crisp points.

• The stitch & flip shortcut, a fast and easy option that’s great for chain piecing.

Both methods give you beautiful results, and the best part is you can pick whichever one works best for your quilting style. 🧵✨

👉 Ready to try it for yourself? Watch the full tutorial here on YouTube and stitch along with me!

Go behind the seams of the Starry Duo quilt pattern in this exclusive look at how the design came together! From choosing the perfect quilt blocks to testing, tweaking, and making it beginner-friendly, this post shares the inspiration and process behind one of Straight Stitching’s most versatile and modern quilt patterns. A must-read for new quilters looking for easy, star-based quilt patterns!

In today’s YouTube video, I’m showing you TWO super fun and easy ways to create this versatile block using just four simple 5” x 5” squares.

I’m thrilled to introduce you to my Straight Stitching Sew Sampler Quilt — a fun, beginner-friendly quilt made entirely with half-square triangles and 10 unique quilt blocks designed to help you build confidence at your sewing machine.

How to Make Your First Quilt – A Free 5-Part Video Series for Beginners,