How to Make Millie's Quilt - Free Quilting Tutorial

For generations, the world’s best millstones all came from one quarry in France. And when that quarry ran out, they did just what we would do:

They used the scraps to make patchwork stones with cement sashing and iron binding—pretty to look at and practical, too.

This week, Natalie is stitching up her own pieced “millstones” with precut layer cake squares from West Palm Beach by Jennifer Paganelli for Windham Fabrics. These blocks are easy to make, with enough left over for a bonus table runner.

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[mtherne]

I remember your first solo tutorial, and you have come a long way from that shy young girl you was. You are NOT a mini Jenny, you are a beautiful creative person in your own right. A Beautiful well delivered tutorial.

[hugg]

What a cool quilt! So many "hidden" shapes. My eyes can't decide which one to settle on. I definitely want to make it. Great job Nat !

[sewcrazybaker]

I need to make this quilt because it reminds me of my Mother. She was born on October 3, 1924 and her name was Mildred. Her nickname was "Millie". I know she would have loved this quilt, and I have the perfect fabric for it. My Mom passed away on Sept. 8, 2012 and I miss her very much! Thank you for sharing this tutorial with us, Natalie!

[Teresa-L.]

Lovely quilt...and no pattern needed! Whoop! Whoop! Nicely done Natalie.

[barbaraphilipp]

Wow, I love this and Miss Natalie thank you for the inspiration and great teaching

[leslietamashiro]

Natalie, you and your mother share such an easy and clear style in your communication. It is such a pleasure to learn from you. Thanks for all you do.

[mariaj]

wow, that is not the block I saw - I saw 4 of the sashed hsq sewn together with a "sashing" of charm squares and the white cornerstone... Natalie's way is very cool!

[elaineyoung]

Thank you Natalie! Great instructions!

[Mary-hvtv]

Natalie what a pleasure to watch you so relaxed and so very easy to watch and learn from you. Your mum must be so very proud

[sandracedar]

In the middle of Hurricane Helen with no power (grateful for generator), no TV service, intermittent Internet, incredible wind & rain, huge trees down, & it’s only the beginning. Trying to watch Natalie to escape the obvious! MSQC is always there for us! THANK YOU NATALIE & MSQC!🫶🛐🫶

[deboraharlow]

Great Job Natalie!
You are an excellent quilt teacher!

[terisparkman]

This quilt looks much more complicated than it actually is. I love the fabric line you chose Natalie. What a great tutorial. Thanks so much.

[kathyberlincourt]

Way to go Natalie, you are wonderful. I am so very grateful you are making Friday mornings your own. You are the best.

[marleneclark]

Natalie, this is a fun quilt. I didn’t see the blocks at first. Saw the square in a square. Putting this on my to do list. Thank you 🎉

[petraberumen]

Great tutorial love the quilt. Thank you Natalie❤

[annsimmons]

The dashing changes this up so much! Great quilt!

[sandramarshall]

Loved the tutorial! Having my breakfast with a cup of tea and watching Missouri Star. This pattern is perfect!! Thank you Natalie. I love the calm way you explain things. Take care.

[Mary-mhkh]

Beautiful quilt. Terrific job demonstrating and explaining. I enjoy your style.

[miekedeschutter]

Natalie, I love watch your presentations. You work very neat and explain a lot. Thank you so much! 😀🪡

[deeanntreanor]

Great job! This would be great 3 color quilt, too!!