Make a "Building Blocks" Quilt with Jenny Doan of Missouri Star (Video Tutorial)

Jenny Doan demonstrates how to make a quick and easy Building Blocks quilt using 10 inch squares of precut fabric (layer cakes). For this project she chose Sensibility 10" Squares by Maywood Studio. This is a great quilt for beginners, and it can be made scrappy, modern, or any other style you like!
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Missouri Star Quilt Co. provides free quick and easy sewing, quilting, and craft tutorials because we love to create. We offer these free online quilting classes to teach and inspire everyone-even the beginner. Precut fabric is used in most of our projects, and we have lots of tips and tricks to make quilting fast and simple. Be sure to watch all the way to the end of the video to get some pro tips from Jenny on cutting fabric with a ruler and rotary cutter.
Learn to sew with Jenny Doan as she teaches quilting tutorials from the heart. She’s the smiling face of Missouri Star Quilt Company! Stitching together simplified quilts full of love and laughter, Jenny makes quilting friendlier than ever before. With over half a million KZbin subscribers and more than 150 million views to date, she has sparked enthusiasm for quilting across the globe.
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[@sherry1444]

I watched the beginning of this tutorial over 3 times, just to listen to Jenny's giggle! I am a beginner, on my sixth quilt using your tutorials. I love watching each one. Thanks Jenny

[@m.a.trenary7293]

I love Jenny, she is such a real person!!! No editing!!! Thanks so much Jenny for just being you!!!

[@gramsmulligan1378]

I LOVE the blooper at the beginning. Show we are all human and all make mistakes.

[@adrienegrzenia3278]

The best part of early Friday morning is a cup of coffee and a new Jenny tutorial. Like the pro tips (and the blooper). This fabric is gorgeous. You're right this is a bit too easy but when a quick project is needed -- this is the ticket. The self-sashing is great. Thanks, Jenny Doan and the entire MSQC for making Fridays special and connecting the quilting world.

[@maryzoss608]

I really want to make this pattern especially because it doesn’t require a background color! Please keep bloopers for extra fun and pro tips to super charge the content! (Cue music) “We love you, Jenny. Oh, yes we do...”

[@cindymcfarland4686]

It is a nice change to see a quilt with no background color!

[@adrienegrzenia3278]

@@cindymcfarland4686 --I agree....and it keeps it more affordable.

[@judiealders2662]

The bloopers are fun because Jenny is fun....

[@Bmon-js2lk]

Your cute little laugh is contagious.🥰♥️

[@bobbiep7147]

I love when you show the "bloopers". Makes Jenny seem more real.

[@marylynch282]

A ruler tip I picked up watching Donna Jordan is using a weight near the top of your ruler. Helps a lot, especially with cutting longer pieces or mutiples.

[@carlaholland5646]

Mary Lynch I do that now - helps so much

[@sydneybeanpug]

And I can also say that I lifted weights since I have to pick it up to lay it on the end. :)

[@rebeccamills4673]

I use a weight too. It really helps.

[@karenfalk770]

I use this tip and and I love it.

[@laurenrogers4540]

I do this also and it has helped me and improved my cutting greatly.

[@sharonmaultsby395]

I love this pattern, it will be perfect for a quilt for my grandson. One of my first orders from Missouri quilt was a layer cake ( that was 8 yrs. ago) to see a quilt for him and now I have the quilt pattern to use!! Love Missouri Star. Quilt!!

[@lyndasnart7823]

Started this block immediately perfect timing with the pack sitting collecting dust lol thankyou so much 👍🇦🇺🤩

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Yay! We can't wait to see your Building Blocks creation, Lynda! Be sure to share it with us on social using #msqcshowandtell. :)

[@patriciaguevara8793]

Wow! Beginner friendly plus this is a great pattern to showcase one of my favorite layer cakes that I didn’t want to lose too much of the pattern in ♥️

[@nancyjohnson3151]

I have soooo many quilts, I've started making my tops into table cloths. This is a great pattern for a table cloth.

[@judimcleod235]

Loved the look of this quilt so much, I paused the video half way through, got the pattern and ran out the door to Joann Fabrics. I'm back and ready to get started! Thank you, Jenny.

[@joannmccraw7235]

Your tutorials are great ... you teach us how to make quilts the easiest way, but you also teach us all how to laugh at ourselves and with others. I make time to look at your tutorials daily, but when I'm down ... I make time faster. :) Please, keep the bloopers and family times in ... it just makes it a happy day.

[@patparson4013]

I love this pre cut fabric.I cannot wait to get this layer cake. Thanks Genny,you are the best.

[@lillynewkirk6631]

I started making this then decided to do a what if! I sewed the squares together opposite is each other all the way around and cut them from corner to corner both ways then sewed them together, talk about a scrappy block. I love them. Thanks for all your ideas and for encouraging the what if process!

[@suecone2198]

I think I have some layer cakes that this will be perfect for! Sometimes you don’t want to cut them into small squares as you will lose the pattern you love. Thanks for more great tips! Thanks 🙏🏻😘

[@lynnharrell9598]

When Jenny makes a “ different” quilt using the same squares, we would love to see it too.

[@cynthiastark7258]

Lynn Harrell I have made the same comment, I wish she would use a different fabric than sample. I enjoy and so appreciate the tutorials but I love seeing a quilt in a different fabric choice. It changes the whole look.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Thank you for your suggestion, Lynn. We'll pass that along to our tutorial team. :)

[@kathyl5610]

I have to agree, I would love to see what the quilts look like using scrappy vs. non scrappy. That way would make it so simple to choose which way you would want to make your quilt. Thanks so much for all the wonderful tutorials. And I also love the “bloopers”, Jenny is so funny and so relatable.

[@tamipalin8171]

I made this pattern using pink/gray flannel for my great niece -- it turned out great, and I completed the whole top in an afternoon!! Thanks for bringing us yet another fun tutorial!

[@m.a.trenary7293]

I love her so much!!! Just so down to earth and love that laugh & giggle. Thanks Jenny!!

[@nitahenderson4298]

Jenny, I simply love your tutorials! You always explain things so well and give some of the best tips. I am an experienced quilter and I still manage to learn from your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@annetrenary2875]

I watch this at least once a day because I love listening to Jenny laughing and her giggles, absolutely refreshing!! I am going to start on this project just as son as I finish my project that I am doing now. Thanks Jenny!!!

[@janicehoff2865]

Been looking for a "first quilt" to teach my boyfriend's niece how to quilt. This is perfect! Not overwhelming.

[@maryranni5009]

Thank you Jenny . Love the ground cover , it came out beautiful in blue n white , all different lengths of tone on white n blended in perfectly n wouldn’t ever notice they were some little white dots , some tiny wh.flowers , just mix up your leftovers for the sassing on each block .happy Quilter ,

[@mdposs]

This is going to be my first quilt. Ordered fabric yesterday...can't wait to get started, and hopefully make more!

[@lindalosier5989]

I was watching this video early this morning in bed and was so tempted to head to my "studio" and start making it but I had to can tomatoes. But you better believe I'm making it this weekend. I"m going to check my 10" squares and make one. It may be easy and simple but it looks fabulous!!

[@marionbartley214]

Love this easy beginner quilt. I need a quick youth size quilts. For my grandbabbies and this is a good choice. Simple cut and piecing together . Thanks Jenny❤

[@sarahquinones4478]

Just beautiful. I want to make a keepsake quilt for my daughter as part of her high school graduation gift. I like this one.

[@jackiesullinger8471]

This will be my 35 year old son's St. Louis Cardinal pattern for his Christmas Quilt. Thank you Jenny for an easy block to be able to use the St Louis Cardinal logos and other baseball design material I have purchased.👏😊

[@rosagarza5264]

Yes Jenny This will be one that even I can make, thanks.🙏Please share more beginner quilts 😊

[@lisawalters5482]

I took a break for a while from quilting, but I’m so happy to be back watching your genius videos. Love the pattern. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@paml2642]

I love this quick, easy and pretty pattern. It will be perfect to get some Christmas quilts made in a weekend. Thanks Jenny & crew!

[@denisepineda1788]

Awesome quilt. I’m going to have to check my stash for a layer cake. I love how it looks like each block is sashed but there is nothing to sash. Thanks for another great video!👍😀

[@cynthiafedak4714]

What a great way to use up those layer cakes we think are too pretty to cut into. It looks like an easy, fun and relaxing quilt to do, but I couldn't make just one, I know I would be tempted to make at least two in different fabric lines. Enjoyed the video, printed out the pattern, thanks, Jenny!

[@natalinabailey5014]

I love this Quilt, I need one more Quilt for Christmas gift and this is it.!! I can get this done in a weekend.

[@pammcdowell8635]

Love the colors! Jenny, you make me smile!

[@brendaromanuck1280]

I am making this pattern with the "Prose" line by Maywood and can hardly wait to get it done. I just love the look of this when it is done. Would love to have a peek at what the other quilt looks like with the matching sashings as I have a few more layer cakes waiting to go. Love your little blooper Jenny. Nice to know I am not the only one having a few oopsies. You made me smile.

[@beckeb00]

Hi Jenny and the rest of the MOSTAR team (has anyone ever called it that).... Thanks for another great tutorial. During the end of the initial presentation, Jenny mentioned that if you keep the border the same, it can create another pattern. It is very reminiscent of the Falling Charms quilt that Jenny demonstrated years ago, and that was the first quilt I ever made. So watching this brought back some great memories. Hopefully I'll be finally able to make it to Hamilton soon as I will be visiting Jeff City a lot for my new job and will have to make a weekend trip there. Thanks again!!

[@lyndaevans1132]

So fast and simple! I love it! Think Ill aka put the strips on the left side and bottom of the quilt too, just to finish it off, You're right tho, your way is perfect for any beginner. Good thinking!!!!

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

It's another quilt on the list! Thank you, Jenny and msqc.

[@juliaofhamburg]

This is a wonderful beginner quilt. And then comes your Two step quilt. It was my very first quilt 😍🎉 Love your tutorials! Warm greetings from Hamburg/Germany

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

We're so glad you enjoyed this tutorial! Happy quilting!

[@peggymalaski4061]

Beautiful quilt, quick easy pattern. Love the additional “pro tip”. Thanks for all you do!

[@irenamangone]

Lily of the valley my beloved mother’s. Favourite flowers. We had them growing in my parents garden. As well as roses. Peonies. Daffodils. tulips. Geraniums.

[@normakarr8213]

Holy Cow, Jenny! You made my day...my nails fly off too. Loved it 🤣

[@monicac8772]

I have made this quilt 4 times. It’s so quick and easy

[@traceyhonig4461]

I think I know what to do with that one layer cake that I haven’t used yet... ! Thank you! Happy Quilting! 🧵💕

[@donnadanos9747]

using 5 in squares I think this would make a quick an easy baby quilt!!! I can't wait to give it a try! Thanks

[@marylynch282]

I'd make the cuts at 1 1/4" if using 5" squares.

[@shayshay1964]

@@marylynch282 I tried 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" and thought the 1 1/2" looked better. The sashing strips didn't look as thin. Great use of charm packs!

[@ChristineKrannich]

@@shayshay1964 Thank you for posting which you preferred. I tried ironing different widths to see but just could not decide.

[@angelastoutenger7944]

Great...now another quilt I need to make! This looks super easy and fast though. Can't wait to cut up a layer cake.

[@michelethomas6689]

I love how "real" you are! Thank you I am a beginner! Your a great teacher!

[@jeanniepatrick5533]

I really like this pattern for a quick go-to! I've using the double slice for quick quilts but this is great too!

[@janicebritt8649]

That quilt is so pretty and I love the fabric!! Thank you for such wonderful tutorials!

[@marykayshatzer3044]

You make the blocks like your falling charms quilt but more scrappy. I like it. I’ve made a falling charms quilt now I’ll have to make this one too.

[@donnad57]

You are always such a joy to watch! The thumbnail blooper was great too! I especially love that you are left handed because it makes it so easy for me to follow. I get confused watching right handed tutorials - I guess I am directionally challenged lol. Anyway, loved this project and I think I will give it a try. Thank you!

[@cynthiastark7258]

This is a pattern the someone new to quilting could make. Simple pattern but so pretty, the beautiful fabric doesn’t hurt either.

[@ellieritchie9051]

I used a layer cake and a jelly roll, loved the much bigger size. Thanks MSQC!

[@lenastyglappar7137]

Liljekonvaljer är så vackra. Min älsklingsblomma . Dom var i min brudbukett, för 43år sen. Love you. ❤️

[@wendythomas3857]

Gorgeous! Love your cheerful attitude and simple approach! Thanks!

[@sandan2358]

THANKS FOR THE BLOOPER, it made my day. She is so adorable and fun!!!

[@tinacostner3069]

Thank you 😊 I’ll be doing this one to. Your such great fun to watch. Love your family to.

[@michaelasch8487]

This is the pattern I was waiting for. Bought the layer cake MIRAGE by Alex Anderson during my visit at MSQC in Hamilton in May . I was since then looking for the right pattern for these beautiful fabrics. Thanks a lot for this tutorial.

[@Lennygarza2009]

Wow!!! This is a fantastic tutorial and a must do. Thank you so much Jenny! Hugs from Spain 🇪🇸

[@lindaschad298]

Just got. my first layer cake! Can’t wait to try this! Thanks!

[@mamas_quilts3573]

I love this!! And the fabric is gorgeous... thank you MSQC team ❤

[@jennifermaddock4382]

That is such pretty fabric. I had lilacs and lily of the valley in my wedding bouquet. I love the thumbnail blooper too ;) Thanks for keeping it real!

[@niveagalloway]

I’m Making a quilt and I like the result until now! Thanks for teaching us this beautiful quilt!

[@elizabethjury2930]

Jenny i just so appreciate your tutorial re building block quilt. Thanks for sharing. I follow you all the way from South Africa. You are an inspiration.

[@kandaykerr3653]

Thank you for such a quick and easy project. I can make a quick Christmas quilt with this idea. Great "Pro Tip" also.

[@janiceryan4481]

I am really only a novice / beginner at this. But I think I could do this quilt. I love that it looks like it has sashing already on it. Thank you so much. Jan from Australia

[@patriciabonasera3654]

I just bought a gorgeous layer cake that was a Deal of the Day special. I had no idea what I was going to do with it, but the colors and patterns were just so pretty. I knew I wouldn't want to chop them up too much! This will be perfect and very doable for this beginner! There are some very helpful tips in the previous comments! (I love the blooper!)

[@connieeackelbary9538]

Jenny every since I retired I have been watching your videos I have always love to sew but never really have the time but now this is my fifth quilt I’ve been making from watching your videos my first one was the Ex’s & Oh’s and then I did you’ve got mail did 2 of those and my favorite one was Checkered Dresden plate that one turned out so pretty that when I look at it I can hardly believe I made it but it was all from watching your videos so thank you very much and K eep quilting

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Thanks for the sweet message Connie, and happy quilting to you!

[@littlequiltsong9576]

Always love your videos - and how you break everything down to make it fun :)! Love this Building Block tutorial and pro tip of today.

[@blueleaves]

This is a great quilt for those layer cakes that are just too pretty to cut into small bits.

[@jackiewessel7195]

I agree, especially the bigger print ones like florals where you want to showcase the fabric.

[@suebabe100]

I agree as well!

[@patparson4013]

Great idea,thanks.

[@patriciaferrito9245]

I used it for a baby quilt for a boy, just 16 blocks and a binding. It was simple, but stunning. Try it.

[@jenniferrhine825]

@@patriciaferrito9245 Oh how fun!! Now could you do it for a lap quilt? I'm guessing you're going to have like 30 or so???

[@alananderson4145]

Easy easy easy easy !!!! Hands down I plan on making this quilt !!!! Thank you for sharing and caring 👍🏿👊🙌🏼👏🏿

[@lindaogburn7205]

I have a few packs of the 10 in squares I have been looking at and wondering what to do with them they were way to pretty for ti y bits this is PERFECT thanks Jenny. I just finished the first pack now to see the rows

[@monicac8772]

I’ve made three of these. So easy and really shows off pretty fabric.

[@suebabe100]

Jenny, I have that ruler and love it. I use it all the time! This is a lovely quilt!

[@sheilafruge3885]

I think this is a great pattern for a flannel layer cake. Shopping now!

[@kizmomma7009]

That intro! Hahhaaa. I have been watching for years and you bring so much joy

[@tammyschmid75]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 Your are such a hoot as well as a fantastic hostess with the tutorials !!!

[@normakarr8213]

Jenny, this is the best tutorial yet! Love it 🤣

[@abbeystackhouse9562]

Thank you Jenny, you make quilting fun and easy!

[@ann-mariejensen2623]

What a great pattern which is so easy and turns out so cute! Thank you!

[@sewcrazybaker]

I have a ruler that I bought a few years ago at an estate sale. The woman who used it was a quilter. To keep her ruler from slipping, she glued squares of sandpaper to the back. Works great! I really like this quilt a lot. I have a layer cake that is begging for this pattern!

[@nancyschaefer8910]

Saving for my daughter, who wants to start sewing quilts!

[@karenmann1887]

I like the new format and the new set

[@vickieerhard274]

I’m loving the thumb nail!!!🤣🤣 The quilt is awesome also!! Thinking of all the Halloween fabric I have and need to use up!! Cheers!!

[@timeheals8]

So enjoy watching your fun videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

I love these simpler blocks. It presents elegantly

[@sarahstewart2059]

omg - I just adore you hehe 'let me get some glue' lol Thank you so much for sharing your work. I have learned so much

[@rmcrms5]

I have a layer cake that will be perfect for this! Love the bloopers!

[@playme129]

Dear Jenny, I really enjoy your tutorials and presentation style. Even in your most beginner tutorials I might learn a new trick. I've been sewing for over 60 years; never to old to learn something. Sad to say, I do not care for Misty's presentotion style so I will not be watching any more of her videos. Very much enjoyed my visit to Hamilton. Everyone was so friendly, polite, and/or helpful. Keep safe. Virginia in Ohio

[@besafeharleygirl]

Love it, and glad you found some glue. You ROCK!

[@geraldinehoward8878]

I made this with a quite busy floral and put dark green sashing between each block and row. Really set it off.

[@thelmahansen4290]

Love the blooper.it tells me it happens even to PRO. LOVE YOUR WORK YOU ARE CLEAR EASY TO LEARN.THX.

[@lyndaevans1132]

Loved the flying fingernail by the way!!!

[@joysmith6729]

Love this being a new quilter looks like a fun one to try! With some KF fabrics!

[@teresasandefur6792]

I have the summer breeze II in the 10 in and the jelly roll too use on this. Now I know what how to use them. Thanks for the idea.

[@karleenpetersen7473]

I keep watching the first few seconds of your video and tears from laughter are just rolling down my face! It is the MOST COMICAL VIDEO YOU EVER POSTED, Jenny! I needed a good laugh to start out my day.. this is a keeper. Now,,, on to watching the REST of your video. Got to see if that glue is holding on tight.

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

Iron clad glue after that! Glad we could get your daily giggle in today, Karleen!

[@katiegrazier4091]

Thank you for the tips! Love this quilt and loved meeting you in PA.

[@barbaraschmidt7084]

I LOVE this pattern! Thank you!