Log Cabin Quilt Patterns
Log cabin quilts are rich in symbolism and history. Popular in the late 1800’s, it is said that the center square of a log cabin quilt block represents the hearth of a log cabin and is the “heart” of the home.
Our collection of log cabin quilt patterns are perfect for any quilter – whether you’re new to quilting and still getting your bearings or an experienced quilter whose been sewing for years. Log cabin quilts are ideal for beginners as it’s quite simple to piece your quilt units together. For more experienced quilters, log cabin quilt patterns can be a great way to experiment with variations of this popular quilt style.
When it comes to quilt blocks, few are as widely known as the Log Cabin. Popular in the United States since the late 1800s, this iconic design was a symbol of home, love, and security for pioneers traveling west across the American frontier. The blocks were traditionally hand-pieced using strips of fabric around a central square with dark fabrics on one side and light on the other. According to lore, a red center square symbolized the hearth and heart of a home, while a yellow block represented a welcoming light in a window. This arrangement of simple shapes made Log…
