Sometimes you want a classic feel and sometimes the occasion calls for something softer and more subtle. Choose stronger, brighter red, white and blue fabrics for a traditional summertime flag quilt. Or go for softer light blues, add in some florals and pinks for a faded “shabby chic” feeling quilt that will give you all the soft and romantic flag...
There are certain quilt blocks that have been around for so long that they are instantly recognizable and immediately evoke images of vintage quilts and simpler times. I feel like the Spool Block is one of those. It can be made in any variety of sizes and combinations and this is my take on a simple, charm pack friendly versions....
