Basic String Block Tutorial

Put your prettiest scraps to good use with this back to basics quilting tutorial for how to make a string block. This Basic String Block Tutorial has roots within Depression Era quilting and can be made with quilt batting or with foundation paper piecing. A great way to take basic strip quilting to the next level, this free quilt block tutorial is the perfect way to empty out your fabric scrap collection and is a fantastic way to get comfortable with more intricate piecing. Experiment with color value, try your hand at both string piecing techniques, and create a truly beautiful quilt block with this string quilt block tutorial.

Project TypeMake a Project

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Primary TechniqueQuilting