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Barbara H. Cline
“Discover the Block That Blossoms Into Endless Possibilities”
A Simple Block. A World of Stunning Quilts.
Download your free quilt pattern and see how one elegant block can bloom into an entire family of quilts.
“Get Your Free Moonlit Flight Block Pattern!”
25" x 26"
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type, Free Quilt Pattern.
Unlock the Beauty Hidden in a Single Block
Quilters love that magical moment when a simple block suddenly reveals a secondary design, a starburst, or a shimmering pathway. This free block pattern is your invitation into that kind of magic. Whether you’re a confident beginner or a seasoned maker, this block is quick to sew, wonderfully versatile, and the foundation for several of my most loved quilt designs.
Midnight Madness 50" x 51" #2
The Free Pattern
Your Free Simple Block Pattern
Download includes:
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Step‑by‑step instructions
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Clear diagrams
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Pressing guide
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Color placement suggestions
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A bonus page showing quilts made from this very block
My Sisters and I 44" x 51" #3
See What This Block Can Become
This is where the magic unfolds. The same block you’ll sew in minutes can transform into quilts that look intricate, dynamic, and full of motion.
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Frosted Galaxy #1
A radiant design where the diamonds create a bleeding of color. -
A scrappy delight that sparkles with color and movement.
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Midnight Madness #2
A bold, modern layout with striking negative space. -
My Sisters and I #3 A dramatic medallion effect built entirely from the same block.
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Zig and Zag #4 A bold zigzag secondary design emerges, creating rhythmic pathways that look far more intricate than they are
Each quilt above is available as a full pattern — and all of them begin with the free block you’re about to download.
Frosted Galaxy 62" x 84" #1
Why This Block Matters
Why Start With This Block?
Because it’s:
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Fast to sew
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Easy to master
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Perfect for scraps or coordinated bundles
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A building block for quilts that look far more complex than they are
This block is the “seed” of a whole creative garden. Once you make one, you’ll see possibilities everywhere.
Zig and Zag 80" x 94" #4
When you sign up, you’ll receive:
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The free block pattern
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Color play ideas
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Layout variations
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Behind‑the‑scenes design notes
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A special offer on the quilt patterns in this block family
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Star Spangle Spin 72" x 86" #9
Meet the Designer
Barbara Cline began her quilting journey in
her teens and has since accumulated over
40 years of experience in both quilting
and teaching. Her passion lies in breaking
down complex quilt designs into manageable
components, making it easier for her
students to master each element and create
their own masterpieces.
Barbara’s early career in quilting started at The Clothes Line (now Patchwork Plus), where she worked from the 5th grade until she got married and started a family. Over the years, she has authored six quilt books published by C&T Publishing, and many individual quilt patterns.
Currently, Barbara teaches quilting classes at local shops and offers lectures, trunk shows, and classes both nationally and internationally. She has also taught quilt classes on cruises and appeared on The Quilt Show. Her quilting adventures have taken her to places like Dubai and Kuwait. From her home in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, Barbara continues to design and piece beautiful wall hangings and quilts.
Coming from a close-knit Mennonite family of quilters, Barbara cherishes the annual sewing retreats where the women gather to quilt, sew, and engage in other creative pursuits. She has proudly entered and placed in the Paducah quilt contest “New Quilts from Old Favorites” with designs like Seven Sisters and Dresden Plate. Her work has also been showcased at the Paducah Quilt Show, Quilt Odyssey, Mid Atlantic Quilt Festival XVII, and the Hoffman Challenge.
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