Corner Block Quilt Variations

Even though the corner block is very simple, there are endless variations for using it in a quilt.

These ideas will get you started designing your own quilt with corner blocks. For more inspiration, check out the Corner Block Inspiration Workbook.

Layout one – Just the block

Corner blocks alone can make an interesting quilt. Play with different colour combinations for different effects.

Layout two – Basic Block Variable

Changing the orientation of some of the blocks adds a lot on interest.

In this sample, alternate blocks are rotated 180*. This gives the effect of steps.

Layout three – With alternate blocks

Adding plain alternate blocks makes an interesting quilt, and it is a quick and easy way to make your quilt larger.

Layout four – Variable with Alternates

Changing the orientation of blocks and adding alternate plain blocks gives many unusual options.

Layout five – On point

Turning blocks on point always makes an interesting quilt.

Layout six – On point with alternates

Adding alternate blocks to the on-point design can make the rows stand out.

There are many more ways to use the corner block, but this will get your ideas flowing.

Tutorial

See how to make the corner block.

Want colouring pages to play with colour and design your own churn dash quilts? Get the Corner Block Inspiration Workbook.