Log Cabin Quilt Block Strip-Pieced Tutorial

Hi there! In this video I show you how to strip-piece a log cabin quilt block using four fat quarters. This technique makes eight blocks at a time. It’s kind of a relaxing quilt project. I like to take my time, put on some music or a podcast and sew away!
These blocks use 2 1/2 inch strips, so it’s also a great project for a jelly roll.
This particular block “finishes” at 10 inches square. What I mean by that is when it’s sewn into a quilt, using a quarter-inch seam allowance, it measures 10 inches. The block as pieced is 10 and a half inches.
Thank you for watching, and please like, share & subscribe! 🥰🌵

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  • @noeliareyes8012
    @noeliareyes8012 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this easy tutorial it took 5 videos to find. Yours was by far the easiest step by step. Thank you

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @noeliareyes Thank you so much! I’m glad u found my video and that it’s helpful! I’ll be posting a tulip block video soon that uses the same strip piecing in part of the block. It’s a useful technique that comes in handy. Happy sewing 🧵

  • @anndalynnketellapper8296
    @anndalynnketellapper829611 ай бұрын

    I’ve been sewing for over 40 years, but have only been quilting for about a year and a half. This method looks so easy, I’m going to try a log cabin soon…other quilts to work on first!! Regarding the batik, I worked at a fabric shoppe that sold mostly batiks and I noticed that some, not all have a more vibrant side, so I use that as my right side, and some are identical so you could use either side. Thank you for your easy beginner friendly tutorial!!!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    11 ай бұрын

    @anndalynn Glad you like video! I love the idea of working in a fabric shop and will most likely do that when I have the time. Thanks for the info on batiks. I think viewers will find it helpful! Happy quilting 🧵

  • @irenee8051
    @irenee8051 Жыл бұрын

    Love this technique for sewing log cabin blocks. Thank you for sharing it. I will sew log cabin using this method.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼❤️❤️❤️

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @irenee Thank you! I think this technique makes the block a little more fun to sew. I’m glad you like it and happy quilting!

  • @osusanna3619
    @osusanna36193 жыл бұрын

    This is the best demonstration for this technique that I have seen. Thank you for your easy-to-follow instructions. Can’t wait to try it!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, O Susanna! I appreciate your feedback and thanks for watching 😊

  • @kathyanaya425
    @kathyanaya4255 ай бұрын

    This is brilliant. I am getting ready to make my first log cabin quilt and I was soooo dreading it but not anymore. I'm so glad I incidentally stumbled upon your video. Thank you!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    5 ай бұрын

    @kathyanaya I'm glad you found the video! Happy quilting!

  • @msmith3202
    @msmith32022 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I’ve seen this done 20 times. However, I love your strip piecing method. Very informative and easy to follow. 😊🌺🌺

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @M Smith Thank you so much! I’m glad to hear you like it and happy quilting!

  • @carolbarnes7844
    @carolbarnes7844 Жыл бұрын

    I love love this technique. Thank you for sharing. Can’t wait to get started. Finally a fun way to construct as I always was challenged with the layout.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @carolbarnes So glad you like it! Happy quilting and thank u for watching!

  • @debbieandmarc
    @debbieandmarc Жыл бұрын

    Wow, so many time saving tips and strategies compared to all the other videos on this subject. Thanks so much for this tutorial. 💕

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @debbieandmarc Thank you for watching & commenting. I’m so glad you like it!

  • @Handistamp
    @Handistamp Жыл бұрын

    This was great! Thank you so much for making it so very clear to understand!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @handistamp You’re very welcome. So glad you like it and thank u for watching & commenting!

  • @lindapoe4124
    @lindapoe41242 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for this video! I was semi confused on the process until watching your tutorial. Thanks again.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 ай бұрын

    @lindapoe Yes, same here. I learned it from a book and it was a challenge. Much easier to learn the technique from a video. Thanks for watching!

  • @sunseekerrs3087
    @sunseekerrs30872 жыл бұрын

    What a neat way to do this! Great instructions! Thank you so much!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sunseeker! I’m glad you like the video and thanks for commenting!

  • @loisnewton1876
    @loisnewton18763 жыл бұрын

    Love this pattern! Beautiful colors.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Lois! It’s a really fun block to put together.

  • @ladyhawkna6476
    @ladyhawkna64762 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for putting this simply !!!! Great method. I am going be using this very soon. I got fabrics today. Nancy from Virginia.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @ladyhawkna So glad you like the video! Thanks for commenting and have fun with your project! PS… I love Virginia 😊

  • @Vanessa-pe1fo
    @Vanessa-pe1fo5 ай бұрын

    I had someone tell me about the technique today, but I wasn't really sure what she was talking about, so glad I found your video. Nice...

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    5 ай бұрын

    @Vanessa I learned this from a quilting book. It was a challenge to figure out from a book, so I thought the video would be helpful. Enjoy making your quilt!

  • @ngabui9454
    @ngabui94543 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for teaching and step by step easy way to do.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Nga! So glad you found it helpful.

  • @tammiloucampbell
    @tammiloucampbell2 жыл бұрын

    I adore these colors and your technique. I'm believing in myself that I can do this. I can hardly wait to give this technique a whirl. Thank you so much for sharing. 💙🤍💙🤍💙

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Tammi! Yes, pick out some fabrics and enjoy sewing these blocks!

  • @dianeburchard6623
    @dianeburchard66232 жыл бұрын

    This was so clear and easy to follow. Thank you!!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Diane, I’m glad you like it! Thanks for commenting 😊

  • @jennystigall7720
    @jennystigall7720 Жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @jennystigall Thank you! So glad u like it 😊

  • @yvonnerivera7317
    @yvonnerivera73174 ай бұрын

    Love this technique by far.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    4 ай бұрын

    @yvonnerivera Yes, I love it too. Thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @Washiela
    @Washiela2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such a wonderful and patient explanation 😊. I do believe that I ready to try log cabins now 💜. Love the fabrics that you used.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Washiela! I’ve tried other methods and this my favorite. Happy sewing!

  • @mdh4135
    @mdh41353 жыл бұрын

    I was watched so many of the log cabin videos, I have to say yours was sooooo relaxing, loved your pattern, the tone of your voice explaining the procedure. Thankyou for sharing. I subscribed.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Michele, I’m so glad you like the tutorial. Thank you for the wonderful comments and for subscribing!

  • @yvonnebaker4896
    @yvonnebaker48962 жыл бұрын

    Love this, thank you for sharing ! 😄

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Yvonne, so glad you like the video! Thanks for commenting!

  • @cindydriedger7797
    @cindydriedger77972 жыл бұрын

    Really great technique. Thanks for sharing

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Cindy Driedger You’re welcome! So glad u like it!

  • @tonyastokley5165
    @tonyastokley51653 жыл бұрын

    By the way ty so much for sharing !

  • @nicolescharein1038
    @nicolescharein10383 ай бұрын

    Oooh.... So easy to make the logcabin. I'm a beginner and say thank you for this tutorial. Best regards Nicki

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 ай бұрын

    @nicolescharein You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting 😊🧵

  • @jenihansen7201
    @jenihansen72012 жыл бұрын

    WONDERFUL TEACHING, THANK YOU

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Jeni Hansen You’re very welcome! Thank you for watching!

  • @mauimorgan9757
    @mauimorgan97572 жыл бұрын

    You make this look so ez! I feel confident enuf to do this myself after watching your tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with everyone. Your video is concise and relaxing to watch. Two thumbs up! :)

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank u, Maui Morgan! I’m so glad the instructions are helpful and I hope you make the blocks!

  • @barbaraannartist4845
    @barbaraannartist48453 жыл бұрын

    Great colors!!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Barbara Ann!

  • @janiemelgoza166
    @janiemelgoza1662 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, that was great!!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Janie Melgoza You’re welcome! So glad you like it and thanks for taking the time to leave me a comment 😊

  • @simonecarvallhoartes2614
    @simonecarvallhoartes26142 жыл бұрын

    Excelente trabalho em patchwork. 👏👏👏👏

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ola Simone…muito obrigada 😊 Sue

  • @sandyaxner7381
    @sandyaxner73813 жыл бұрын

    I’m impressed 😎

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sandy!

  • @bapekar02
    @bapekar022 жыл бұрын

    I love this

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Angela Pekar, thank you and happy quilting!

  • @lericamims
    @lericamims3 жыл бұрын

    I 💘💘 this tutorial so simple yet so beautiful.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Leanora! Glad u like it!

  • @HRHDMKYT
    @HRHDMKYT2 жыл бұрын

    Lovely! Good to know how many 10” log cabin blocks you can get with four fat quarters (if you don’t mind a slightly scrappy look with the outside dark colours). Thanks for a very easy-to-follow tutorial! ~Diana K.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, Diana! I’m glad you like the video 😊

  • @sandywilkerson8525
    @sandywilkerson85253 жыл бұрын

    Watched and subscribed. 😊

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sandy. I appreciate it!

  • @Embroiderygrace1
    @Embroiderygrace13 жыл бұрын

    beautiful work

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @angelahart2064
    @angelahart20642 ай бұрын

    I love your Sewing machine Mine is the same brand as yours but mine is older and it works really good The only thing I ever had to have fixed Sewing machine Is the Back and forward Button A friend Fixed it

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 ай бұрын

    @angelahart Thanks! I really like Pfaff. I bought a second one used, same model. It was not well loved but I did get it serviced and it works great now. Happy sewing and thank you for watching!

  • @angeliasandoval113
    @angeliasandoval1132 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Angelia Sandoval Thank you!

  • @GLOWingThroughLife
    @GLOWingThroughLife4 жыл бұрын

    Cool!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @marisagomez1288
    @marisagomez1288 Жыл бұрын

    Your the best thanks much❤

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    8 ай бұрын

    You’re very welcome & thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @khalajanskitchen7456
    @khalajanskitchen74563 жыл бұрын

    I find this is the fastest way to make log cabin blocks . I finished 20 blocks in no time.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad to hear it! Thanks for watching!

  • @amyreay5007
    @amyreay50072 жыл бұрын

    There are so many different ways to make a log cabin. I have been trying to make up my mind for sure what pattern I am going to use on the quilt I am about to make. I am redoing the colors in my home after having primarily red with touches of blue for thr lad y 10 urars or so. NOW I am doing Turquoise💙, eggplant🍆/purple💜, and gray❔️. In the last year or two I have lost most of my mobility ♿️. So in addition. to changing the colors and layout in the rest of the house I have purchased a better sewing machine that I don't have to use a foot pedal with if it's too hard. I need a pretty relaxing space. I decided in the middle of the night last night when I couldn't sleep that instead of doing the jigsaw like pattern I was thinking of that I needed to simplify as much as possible. I like strip piecing when ever poccible. I watched a LOT of videos on different ways to do Jacob's ladder🪜, strip quilting with a tube⛓️, log cabins etc. I want my quilt to reflext me and not just be the right colors but a certain pattern becayse it was easier (required less thought and was fast). As I was eating my lunch just now I was watching somr non quilting KZread videos and this video came up in my feed. It caught my attention because of the colors and fabrics you chose... I often think that the demos are done with colors and fabrics chosen. so that it be easy to see on camera. But I love what you chose. The dark is very close to one of my fabrics. I have six that I bought for the quilt itself 2 turquoise batiks, a dark one and a light one, then I have a floral 💐that has both purple and turquoise flowers, then one with a white background and purple flowers and then a dark purple batik🌌. I have been thinking of what color to use to back it. the front will have so much going on I probably want to go with

  • @raccoon4478

    @raccoon4478

    2 жыл бұрын

    OMG #SLAY

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Amy Reay I’m so glad my video popped up in your feed. Your colors sound beautiful, and I’m sure they’ll make a wonderful quilt. It’s just crazy all the techniques there are in quilting. It’s one of the things I love about it. There’s always something new to learn! I hope you post an update when you decide on your pattern. Thank you for watching and taking the time post your comment! Happy quilting 🥰

  • @lisahickman1326
    @lisahickman1326 Жыл бұрын

    Log cabin sewing

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @Lisa Hickman Thank you for watching!

  • @bettybrooks4562
    @bettybrooks456210 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial only need to adjust volume as it goes high and low

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    9 ай бұрын

    @bettybrooks Thank you, Betty, for watching. Audio is a challenge for me 😊Happy quilting!

  • @countkostaki
    @countkostaki3 ай бұрын

    I've made several log cabin quilts over the years and oh boy it took me forever because of the joining on and piecing and cutting the strips as you go..... but this method works wonderfullly, I'm going to try this with the FQ that I have got...!! So out of the 4 pieces of FQs you ended up with 8 blocks?

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 ай бұрын

    @countkostaki Well you need 4 fat quarters plus an extra strip for the center. Also remember that if u have only one fat quarter of each dark, then you have to use a strip of your first dark on your final round as well. It’s clear in the video I think 🤪. It gives a somewhat scrappy look. Happy quitting and thank you for watching! 🧵🧵

  • @barbarahillegass2135
    @barbarahillegass2135Ай бұрын

    Just found this video. So surprised measurements based on mat when cut instead of using ruler.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Ай бұрын

    @barbarahillegass use your favorite technique and happy quilting!

  • @rosemarywelsh3321
    @rosemarywelsh33216 ай бұрын

    Interesting in how to use you’re blocks right

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    5 ай бұрын

    @rosemarywelsh Thank you for watching!

  • @denysephenix2349
    @denysephenix23493 жыл бұрын

    Sue do you know about Sew Yeah quilting .. they have beautiful fabrics of every kind. Thought you might like to know.. you can tell them I referred you to them..

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip, Denyse, I’ll check them out!

  • @tonyastokley5165
    @tonyastokley51653 жыл бұрын

    This is really different than what I’ve seen at first I thought I don’t know if I can do this lol but then as I’m watching it really makes perfect since ! How may I ask did you learn this tech*** please ? I love that it seems the seams would be the perfect size and no trimming down ! To me I think this would be easier than the reg way I’ve seen for a newer sewer as long as they are dead on the 1/4 inch ! Or would a scant be to small for these ? When do you use this seam allowance

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tonya…I found the technique in a quilting book. I’ll find the title and post it for u. I like to use a scant 1/4” seam when there’s many pieces to the block and have gotten in the habit of using it often and then trimming the block. Thanks for watching & commenting!

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    The book is the Complete Guide to Quilting from Better Homes & Gardens. I highly recommend it!

  • @doloresboule7135
    @doloresboule7135 Жыл бұрын

    Pattern for log cabin block?

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @doloresboule Hi Dolores, the pattern is in the video presentation. Writing a pattern out for this technique would require lots of accompanying photos for me to explain how to strip piece this, and I don’t think I could do it justice. Thanks for watching and happy quilting!

  • @peggyself9431
    @peggyself9431 Жыл бұрын

    Do you have a free log cabin pattern that I can download for free ❤❤

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @peggyself No, I don’t have a written pattern. This technique, for me, is best taught in a video. I don’t think I could explain it in a written form that would be clear…more like clear as mud 😂

  • @peggyself9431

    @peggyself9431

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MadeBySueAZ yes

  • @karenr.sternberg1920
    @karenr.sternberg19202 жыл бұрын

    Pls adjust the sound levels, it's almost inaudible, especially at the beginning.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Karen…sorry about the volume! At this point I can’t increase it. Please let me know if I can clarify any instructions. Sue

  • @juanavacollins7093
    @juanavacollins70933 жыл бұрын

    Surprised you are using the cutting mat for measurements. I believe it was Kimberly Jolly who said the measurements won’t be accurate.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Juanava. I do like using the cutting mat 😊. For some reason I can see better than using just the ruler, and I’ve had good luck with my blocks so far. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Sue

  • @ann6794

    @ann6794

    3 жыл бұрын

    Juanava Collins: What? cutting mats ARE accurate...it is a person that cuts the fabric that's inaccurate -operator error... and it is understandable.

  • @ksharpe8137

    @ksharpe8137

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MadeBySueAZ I like using mine as well. Enjoyed your video. Are you planning to do more?

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ksharpe8137 Thank you! I do have more videos. Some quilting, sewing projects, and recipes. Let me know if there’s a topic you’re interested in!

  • @meatdog
    @meatdog Жыл бұрын

    FYI, andxwith all due respect your sound is extremely difficult to hear. The microphone needs to be closer because you sound very far off . Otherwise tutorial very helpful. Thank you.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @paulaberlund4766 Thank you for letting me know. I am striving to have better audio, and I am thankful for your view!

  • @kathleenclark7486
    @kathleenclark7486 Жыл бұрын

    Sweet lady, I'm 70, & can not hear you.

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    Жыл бұрын

    @kathleenclark Yes, I have a soft voice. Maybe clicking on “cc” closed captioning would be helpful for you. Happy quilting!

  • @dianechamblee6726
    @dianechamblee672611 ай бұрын

    Beautiful

  • @MadeBySueAZ

    @MadeBySueAZ

    11 ай бұрын

    @dianechamblee Thank you and happy quilting!