These next two blocks were made from inspirations I found on Pinterest (yes, I love Pinterest!) The first I simply copied because I loved the colors and their arrangement in the original artwork by Richard Paul Lohse.
Quilt block based on the work of artist Richard Paul Lohse
Here’s a drawing of how I constructed this block, with measurements, if you want to copy him, too. There are 4 units, each 4″ finished (4-1/2 inches for each unit before joining) so that the entire block is 8″ finished. I’ve marked the size to cut each piece on one of the 4 units, assuming you can take it from there 🙂
Layout for block based on art of Richard Paul Lohse
If you look up the artist Richard Paul Lohse, you’ll see that a lot of his designs would make terrific blocks or whole quilts. Great sense of color!
The second block was made from a tutorial I found at a website called Piece By Number and you can find the free pattern on her site here.
Circle of Geese block made from a pattern at PieceByNumber
This block was easier than it looks thanks to paper piecing. I enjoyed making it, though I feel no need to make another right away!
I think these two blocks have a lot of ZIP for the relatively little amount of effort they required. The Lohse block depends very much on choice of color, so be sure to lay out the fabrics and look at them a while before cutting. Have fun!
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The second block is wonderful, but the top one is very satisfying in its simplicity and gorgeous colors.
Thanks for looking! I love them both, too 🙂
I always enjoyed your blog thank you
Hi Julie! Thanks so much for following! Mary
I like both of these, the second one is really interesting…..”piecebynumbers”……intriguing
And you, too, can piece by number–also called paper piecing! Thanks for reading.
Lovely patterns and color choices.
Thank you! And thanks for visiting!
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Always a joy to read and think about your arrangements!
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