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Leftovers Quilt Block

Leftovers Block designed by by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet, The Tutorial available for free
Leftovers Quilt Block


The Leftovers Block, designed by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet, is part of her popular Vintage Block Along series. Introduced in Week 30 of the series, this block was designed to celebrate the art of scrap quilting, giving quilters the opportunity to make something beautiful out of fabric leftovers from previous projects.

For this block, Lori Holt used fabric from her Vintage Happy 2 collection, which is filled with bright, cheerful prints in pastel shades, vintage florals, and playful patterns. The fabrics in this collection echo the nostalgia of 1930s-style prints, making it perfect for the Leftovers Block, which has a traditional feel with a modern flair. The use of these fabrics gives the block a fresh, joyful look, but it would also work beautifully with a variety of fabric collections or even a mix of solids and prints from your own fabric stash.

The Leftovers Block itself is inspired by a traditional block design, one of many quilts historically made using fabric scraps from other sewing projects. Scrap quilting has its roots in the early 19th century, when fabric was precious, and people would save even the smallest of fabric pieces to make practical items like quilts. The idea behind the Leftovers Block is to celebrate this resourcefulness while creating something visually striking. It has a classic design with a central square surrounded by triangle pieces, offering a great balance of geometry and color play.

The Leftovers Block, much like other designs in Lori Holt’s Vintage Block Along, is easy to piece and provides an opportunity to be creative with color and pattern placement. By combining various scraps from your quilting projects, you can create a fun, cohesive block that tells a personal story through fabric. It is not just about using up leftovers, but about creating something beautiful and meaningful from what would otherwise be considered "extra" fabric.

This block is a perfect way to tap into the spirit of resourcefulness and creativity in quilting while giving new life to your fabric scraps. Whether you’re making a quilt for yourself or for a loved one, the Leftovers Block is a great way to incorporate personal touches, add some vintage charm, and make use of every last piece of fabric.

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