Simple Sewing & Designs for using 5" CHARM SQUARES! 2nd in our series to use 5" squares or charms!

There are literally HUNDREDS of quilts you could make using the ideas from this video and charm packs! This video will show you how to do simple sewing techniques to make a variety of blocks which can all be rearranged in many different ways to make so many different designs.
Remember the playground from when you were a kid and all the options you had for fun? That is how I felt about the projects in this video! I could play and play and never get bored! There were so many things to try and I didn't want the fun to end! I will definitely use this same process again to make quilts in the future, maybe even another video combined with more options...we shall see!
I love charm packs! Those cute little bundles of fabric lure me in and make me buy them.
Now I need to start using them before the collection I have overwhelms me! Fortunately there are hundreds of awesome projects that use charm packs to make anything from full sized quilts to baby quilts to bags and more! We will be using charm packs for all of the projects, but leftover fabrics from projects cut into 5" squares will also work! Most of the videos will include a sample made from a charm pack (or two or three or more) AND a sample made from leftovers from other projects.
Make your own charm packs! Cut up your stash and create your own charm packs using fabric you already own. One fat quarter can be cut up to make 12 five inch squares. A third of a yard of fabric can be cut up to make 16 five inch squares. When you finish a project, if you have leftover yardage, cut it into five inch squares and start a pile to use for future projects. Have some fun with your stash of fabrics!
Here is a link to the playlist of all of the charm pack project videos:
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Here is the link to our website where you can find a variety of charm packs in the "other" category:
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[@tiffanycollier54]

I laughed out loud when you said that you'd used 8 charm packs and then found 8 charm packs!! I guess we all have that "problem"! Love your videos!! Thank you!

[@thequiltedforest]

Right?!

[@sdrobinson]

Beautiful. Nice job 😊

[@sandybruce9092]

I have more charm packs, jelly rolls and layer cakes than I realized when I was looking for some civil war reproductions for a guild BOM👍👍😁😁😁

[@daisy8297]

I started to tidy my sewing room and found so many charm packs that I was in shock 😮 I don’t even remember buying some of them, but am so pleased I did. Mind you, it doesn’t stop me from lusting after the ones that are being featured right now!

[@hattiehendrix5336]

We need quilters anonymous 😅

[@MarciaALW]

That 2-ruler trick for the squares is really clever. I’m never confident that 2 1/2” is really the halfway point on a charm square, and with the second ruler you know. Bravo!

[@charmaine9384]

I agree, super clever

[@marlenejones6266]

The dark one with the white bubbly look was gorgeous

[@ru4repeattoo]

18:44 -- "I had a lot of fun playing around with the setting." -- I'll say! Thank you for providing a visual of the numerous layout options from one block variation. 🤩🤩

[@kayallen6969]

😊😊

[@sandybruce9092]

There are times when I end up purchasing one layer cake instead of several charm packs because I know that 4 charms make up one layer cake - and I dint mind the cutting😁.

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

Good to know, I hardly ever buy precuts, except for fat quarters, so I didn’t realize that.

[@wasloan8202]

It usually ends up cheaper this way, too!

[@sandybruce9092]

Also a great idea about cutting yardage for charm squares - those charm packs have become close to $12/each!!!

[@JeareneHagains-Nettles]

Wow! I am a beginner with my Mom sending me your amazing videos! Mom is more advanced in her quilting sending those videos she continues learn from. Thank you for sharing your skills of beautiful artistry!

[@patwilson5017]

Lovely Pattern..thanks for sharing. You are a very good teaching...easy flow of instructions.

[@oliviafox3605]

I don't know how you do it all! But, I'm so glad you take the time to share. Thank you.

[@ladyjay6741]

This is why I watch your videos. So detailed and such creativity!!! The second I seen the last layout, I thought; that's the one and the next second; you say this is the one you picked. Now I can't wait to start this, good thing I live alone cause it's 11 at night and sometimes I just can't help myself. So Hello from Michigan, take care and God bless.

[@rosehixon2790]

That was a lot of information. Thank you.

[@jfarm8854]

Thank you! You are a great instructor and provider of inspiration!

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

These quilts are fantastic! You could make several with different layouts and no one would realize that the blocks are all the same. This would also make a great two color quilt.

[@janetpicard6975]

I like these! Thank you!

[@normatulloch376]

Love this quilt.

[@lindapearson2376]

Loved all the different settings!

[@daveh7945]

I like that blue and light colors with random bits of other colors

[@MartyLawless-kh2jd]

So many different layouts!! I would not have the patience to try all the possibilities so thank you for doing that...I can chose ond from your ideas.

[@charmaine9384]

I was over joyed with how many layouts she got too.

[@kmitchell9186]

Thank you for showing various ways to make the quilt! I just found you site, and I will be coming back!

[@sandypattison8486]

I love the secondary patterns. Simple pieces making multiple combinations. Yeah!

[@lynnperschke3966]

I love this project beautiful quilts thank you for another great tutorial!

[@shawnaleewhitney6630]

Yay! Another installation in the charm square series!!! Am loving this series as much as your one for jelly rolls. THANK YOU!

[@alisonadhofer7009]

Wow love this❤❤❤

[@jeanedougherty4404]

So creative! Thanks for all the suggestions!!

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thanks so much❤

[@Amal2365]

Really pretty, thank you for sharing 😊

[@TheHgt78]

This was a fun and inspiring video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@romiflores2549]

Beautiful day off to get to see your tutorials thanks

[@glendaporter4362]

I love your technique and the quilts are beautiful! Thanks!

[@patriciamountin9564]

So many options for the quilt pattern and such a neat idea! Thanks so much for the video!

[@chrisross3509]

Great ideas!

[@brontebenoit6181]

It’s amazing how many combinations you can make with charm packs. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills.

[@MarilynRiordan-uz2wl]

I admire your cutting skills and am impressed with your organization

[@amymilner9995]

Love the video, as always. You did a great job showing options, choosing fabric, and explaining what you did. Thank you!

[@brendamerrill1692]

I love your videos. I get excited every time I see one come up. Please continue!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@cindyf181]

Thank you for showing all the different block layouts as well as the quilt layouts. It always amazes me how differently the quilt looks when you change the layout.

[@marylourimmasch4301]

This looks like a fabulous scrap buster! So simple, but so many options!

[@eelliott9581]

I have a friend who is just starting to quilt. I recommended your site because you give easy to follow instructions. Thank you for all you do.

[@ninatrusty2057]

I love the versatility of the block. Thanks for showing that.

[@TarahMatson-zz2hj]

Thank you for sharing this delightful charm pack quilt idea. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. ❤️

[@BellaSandella]

I love the versatility of this quilt! So many options!❤😊

[@bethwood9377]

There's something about a pile of sliver trimmings that makes my heart happy.

[@thequiltedforest]

Mine to!

[@catherinesofikitis179]

I love these quilts. Thanks so much.

[@jkoucheki]

I just can't believe all of those layouts. WOW!!! Super fantastic!!

[@charmaine9384]

I know right!

[@gloriaquiroz8641]

En español porfavor

[@annsimmons3367]

A gorgeous quilt!

[@taniauntalan459]

I love the ideas you demonstrated! Thank you 😊

[@kgat216]

Love all these ideas. The quilts are beautiful!!

[@charmaine9384]

So beautiful!

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Great information!

[@carmenbailey1560]

Amazing & awesome quilt and video. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️🙂

[@patriciapfahl2189]

I love the entire video. Thank you. Very creative. Very helpful.

[@terin1862]

I love the Jacob's Ladder block.

[@marye4992]

What a fun block. So many options for layouts. Thank you for your detailed videos.

[@beverlyellison208]

I, too, like your 2-ruler trick. Sometimes you will find charm packs aren't the same size??? But that trick will work great. Love this series! You are AMAZING!!

[@leslietrumble1826]

I like how your brain works! learn something every time I watch

[@angielovett4159]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@garettwilson4738]

You do such a great job with the videos! I so appreciate your tips on cutting and sewing - very efficient! Im learning g so much. Thank you for all your hard work! I love these videos and the ones with 2 1/2" strips.

[@celieaguayo9000]

Love the colors ❤

[@liletteautrey8481]

Love your ideas of cutting the shapes after , it is really less confusing and we can save time. Thank you so much for sharing your interesting technic.

[@wanderer1776]

I enjoyed seeing all the variations for layout.

[@SusanMirro]

Ive been looking for a new idea to make my labels for my quilts..I love this idea and I'm getting back into embroidery

[@charlenemorris6391]

Love your sharing

[@ashleyschifano4619]

I LOVE the series you’ve been doing with precut sized strips and charms. It gives me SO MANY ideas for future projects. And honesty it makes it easier for me to spontaneously buy charm packs since I know I can just add a background in and make something in the future. And that table runner! I have soooo many ideas now. ❤

[@chrisclark9862]

Great demonstration of all the placement and color options for this pattern. Thank you!

[@plefree6078]

Thank you for sharing your creative talent!

[@lynnscroggins7104]

Bonus finding the other charm packs! More beautiful projects coming😊 Thanks for sharing all your wonderful ideas with us…truly inspiring!

[@mindyharris5914]

I love this! So many options! Will add this to my “want to do” pile 😊

[@christinehl4310]

🤩 What a fantastic video! I loved how they were smaller sized projects. I have many 5” square packs. Now I have some great ideas on what to make with them. Thank you.

[@barbaragallagher1996]

Loved both ways…👩🏻‍🎨🐑

[@nyreevukcevic6453]

I absolutely love this setup! You can do so much with it!!

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

Wow! Absolutely loved the final setting you chose! 😍Thankyou!💞

[@suzannejambon4736]

Your blankets came out beautiful but I must admit, I love the runner option. Thank you for sharing!

[@marisevorster1711]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@helenpeddycord2241]

Such variations! And using 2 rulers ti measure & cut the 5” squares is genius!! Always a good idea to measure precuts prior to using, not all are exact sizes as stated.Thank you for a great video💕🧵

[@cindymcfarland4686]

What a fun episode and I lave the various ways to lay out the blocks. Nice work!

[@gwynwellliver4489]

You make me want to stay home from work and sew! ❤ 😂 Thank you for all the tips. When you love a fabric line, but just want a little to play with, a charm pack is wonderful.

[@louisepuketapu7365]

Such a fun series, I love these blocks and the options definitely going to try and find 8 charm squares in my stash lol as if I’ll have a problem, like you I’ll find them in my tidying up 😂😂😂

[@marciabrown3148]

I like the table runners, too!

[@ArtByKarenEHaley]

Did you mean table runners?

[@szelop]

Pretty!

[@barbarajefferysings]

It's interesting how switching the placement of the dark and light fabrics gives very different looks to the finished blocks.

[@nancyshaner8548]

That reminds me of Jacob's Ladder blocks. Nice, so many possibilities.

[@joydavis3089]

Love your quilts. Thanks for sharing.

[@dianepeterson7606]

I like your 2nd setting as well. I think I may try it with a batik layer cake I have.

[@SarahRathjen-hh3kz]

I loved watching your creative process! Just had surgery, so I’m a watcher rather than a doer right now. Keep up the great videos!

[@chrisbernard6811]

Loved the two ruler method for cutting squares thanks

[@rebeccakreisher955]

I love this video. Great ideas.

[@carolynthomas4527]

All of these different arrangements is so amazing!!

I absolutely love watching your videos. You are organized and don't fill your videos with irrelevant rhetoric, but stick to explaining your construction techniques and design thoughts while demonstrating what you are doing. Your voice is calm and pleasant and your speech is not filled with um's, uhh's, so's, etc as so many videos are. I also like that you share links to products you are using and why you are. Another feature I appreciate is your explanation of shortcuts you find useful when constructing your quilts. I'm looking forward to more videos using charm squares. Wonderful job!

[@dianeboudreaux8201]

This was a great & very thorough video. Thanks fir sharing🎉

[@jesspeak7543]

Thank you for sharing your skills and thoughts as you demonstrated the patterns, layouts, and possibilities of secondary patterns.❤ Unfortunately I am unable to select a favourite one as I liked most of them.😂

[@patricialeshkow6387]

Thank you for this video. I am constantly looking for ways to use fabric leftover from quilt kits.

[@stefwild3322]

Thanks for sharing. You have me some ideas for preemie quilts.

[@maryswarts2282]

Awesome

[@maryseaman312]

I have a wedding gift quilt to make by October - - you just changed what it is going to look like! Thank you! Just in case you are wondering - - the colors are emerald green, a neutral, with a touch of rust ...

[@candacefeulner5933]

This is an amazing video! The possibilities seem endless, and I’m going to start by cutting my layer cakes into 5” squares to make several. My first will be like your final layout with the dark background. LOVELY!

[@marykatecurtis9557]

You make it look so easy thank you😊

[@seatleonstella1819]

Love your videos. You’re inspiring us to get creative and try new things. Thanks for all those wonderful ideas, you’re a great teacher!

[@melissarey2973]

The creative part of me that loves making pretty things wants to make this in all of the layouts shown at the end. The lazy part of me is going "screw all that cutting, yo!" 😂

[@elestehorn4290]

Yes! I got 2 charm packs of Willow! Thank you for sharing this video.

[@Str8eeth]

Love it…thanks so much for the tutorial, it helps so much to inspire new ideas!

[@pamlacey136]

I love this idea. I may try it using a layer cake and cutting them into 5 inch squares.