Buildings 3D Quilt

Buildings 3D Quilt

A 3D Quilting Masterpiece from Architecture

This dramatic method takes simple geometric shapes and transforms them into a three-dimensional building effect. Triangles and strips are employed to construct quilt blocks that appear as if they're popping off the fabric—perfect for quilters who wish to add depth and visual appeal to their work.

Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial

Presented by Patchwork Fácil Brasil, this video lesson guides you through the entire process—from selecting fabrics to precise piecing that accomplishes the 3D effect. As a visual learner, the clear demonstrations allow you to easily learn this pattern.

Materials & Technique Highlights

• Fabric Strips & Squares: The quilt block relies on assembling different shapes—most often strips and squares or triangles—to form geometric buildings.

• Precision Piecing: Seam accuracy and alignment are essential to achieving the 3D effect.

• Dynamic Layouts: Having mastered the building block, you can experiment with repeating units in various configurations to construct city landscapes, mountain ranges, or imaginary landscapes.

Why Quilters Are Loving This Block

• Visual Impact: Unlike traditional flat quilt designs, this block offers depth and color—constructing a mini architectural landscape on fabric.

• Creative Freedom: Try color gradations or monochromatic color schemes to replicate alternative lighting conditions or structure shapes.

• Skill Building: Great exercise in accurate cutting, matching seams, and contrasting values—a great tutorial for quilters who want to improve their skill.

Ready to Give It a Try?

You can see the entire Buildings 3D Quilt tutorial here.

  3D Buildings Quilt brings a fresh, artistic spin to quilting—and Patchwork Fácil Brasil's pattern is an excellent tutorial for beginner and advanced quilters alike. If you've been wanting a project that's show-stopping but not intimidating, this is your instruction book to making quilts that seem to leap off the page.

Lucky Star Block

Lucky Star Block by Donna of Quilting Sisters Unravelled

If you like stars with a modern twist, Ghazal Razavi's Lucky Star Block is a lovely 20"" star block that marries clean geometry with improv flair. This featured block by SewEndipitous and Figo Studio is perfect for layer cakes and fat quarters—and becomes a stunning on-its-own mini quilt or a show-stopping star in a full-size quilt.

Fabric Choices & Finished Size:

• Finished Block: 20″ × 20″

• Fabrics: A contrasting feature fabric for the star points against a crisp white background

• Notions: Several small prints to incorporate in patchwork, and at least ¼ yd of white for borders and sashing

Construction Overview:

1. Micro‑chip HSTs:

Construct Half‑Square Twists using small half-square triangles—these emphasize the star's sharp points.

2. Corner Units & Star Points:

Seam the HST units together with rectangle strips and squares, aligning with the grid to make 16 segments.

3. Adding Sashing & Borders:

Insert 4½" × 1" white sashing strips between block segments, with 1" white squares at intersection points.

4. Final Trim & Border:

Join 18" white strips to all sides, then 20" strips to top and bottom. Press seams out for professional finish.

5. Trim to Size:

Trim block to a finished size of 20" × 20" prior to quilting.

Quilting Tips:

• Precision Pressing: Press seams to sashing to reduce bulk and firm seams.

• Quilt Layout: Sew rows of sashing, then sew rows together in full blocks—pressing as you sew delivers crisp results.

• Setting Block: Use the block as a 20" mini or center to a star quilt with matching sashing and cornerstones surrounding it.

The entire pattern is available as a free PDF at SewEndipitous: Lucky Star Block Pattern

Why We Love It!

• Bold & Balanced — The dramatic highlights of the star break up against the white field, creating a dynamic sight.

• Perfect Size — Ideal starter block for a wall hanging, throw, or placemat.

• Modern Meets Traditional — Subtle HST accents add interest without making the overall design challenging to assemble.

The Lucky Star Block balances modern style with traditional piecing, creating bold visual contrast and challenging construction. As a center of interest for a mini quilt or as part of a star-themed sampler, the block celebrates accuracy, contrast, and creativity.