Patchwork Rosebud Quilt Block Pattern

The traditional Rosebud quilt block has been called many names over the years, including Hummingbird, Crow's Foot and Bright Star. It's a delicate looking block that's part pinwheel, with barbed tips that give you the opportunity for more color play. Try it with a white or neutral background as shown, or sew brightly colored "flowers" on a rich black background. The block finishes at 12-inches square -- in other words, it will measure 12.5" x 12.5" before you sew it to other quilt components.

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