If you’re anything like me, you know the thrill of flipping through a brand-new quilting magazine or pattern book—the kind that makes your fingers itch to start cutting fabric before the kettle’s even boiled. Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 6 is one of those treasures, and I couldn’t resist sitting down with a cuppa to give it a proper look through.
This special issue is exactly what the name promises: one hundred original quilt block designs, each created by some of the most talented designers in the quilting world. You’ll find a delicious mix of traditional patchwork, modern geometric twists, appliqué artistry, and playful novelty blocks that make you think, “Oh, I have to try that one.”
Each block is presented in full color with step-by-step instructions, cutting guides, and diagrams that make it beginner-friendly while still offering enough variety to keep seasoned quilters inspired. Whether you’re after quick weekend projects or looking to add a showstopper block to your next heirloom quilt, Volume 6 has you covered.
Why Quilters Love This Series
The 100 Blocks collections have built a bit of a cult following in the quilting community—and for good reason. With each issue, you’re essentially getting an instant block library to mix and match for your own creations. Instead of committing to a full pattern, you can dip into the designs to experiment, combine favorites, or even test new colorways without starting a massive project.
Volume 6 continues that tradition beautifully. I noticed a strong balance between modern sharp-lined blocks (perfect if you’re loving the minimalist trend) and softer, more traditional blocks that echo our quilting grandmothers. It’s like having both the boldness of today and the nostalgia of yesterday wrapped up in one book.
A Few Standout Features
- Variety of Techniques – From foundation piecing to appliqué, there’s plenty of skill-building potential.
- Designer Inspiration – Each block includes a short bio of the designer, so you can follow their work beyond the magazine.
- Full-Color Instructions – Clear, no-guesswork diagrams mean less time scratching your head and more time stitching.
- Collector’s Value – Many quilters treat these issues like prized books. Volume 6 is one you’ll reach for again and again.
Who Should Add This to Their Shelf?
- Beginners – Because the instructions are so well laid out, it’s a fantastic way to learn different styles of blocks without overwhelm.
- Intermediate/Advanced Quilters – The sheer variety gives you endless possibilities for sampler quilts, swaps, and custom layouts.
- Guilds and Groups – This makes a perfect resource for block-of-the-month challenges or community quilting bees.
Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 6 isn’t just another pattern magazine—it’s a spark of inspiration waiting to happen. Whether you’re looking for that one perfect block to finish a project or dreaming up an entirely new quilt design, you’ll find something inside these pages to love.
Think of it as a block buffet. Pick one, pick ten, or try them all. Just be prepared to lose a few evenings as you flip through, dog-ear pages, and imagine all the fabric pulls you’ll want to try next.
You can grab your own copy directly from Electric Quilt here.
