Half Log Cabin Instructions (PDF file)
If you have problems opening the above link, right click on it and save it to your computer and then open it. Email me with any questions or problems at mmcjohnson@gmail.com
This queen size version was pieced by Nancy (my aunt) and quilted by me. Instructions include two sizes but to make a quilt this large, you’ll need to add additional blocks.
Mom’s smaller version
MaryQuilts.com 
Yes, consider yourself a designer. Love this new pattern.
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I have only been quilting a couple of years and have never heard of some of these patterns. So I would like to try them out. I am 70 years old and I am loving quilting. Wish I had learned sooner.
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Do you machine quilt them yourself? I am 65 and trying to get into quilting. I actually find it a bit intimidating. Would love to learn machine quilting. I learned hand quilting as a child. We worked on quilting right along side mother and grandmother.
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I am 68 years old & I agree with you. I am just learning to quilt & I am feeling like I have so little time to get beyond beginner & advance to some gorgeous places.
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I concur. You are a designer. I love this design and I love the colors that were used. It’s on my list.
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Love this pattern, I put it at the top of my list to make.
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Love the colors1 Yes, you are definitely a designer.
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Sorry, that 1 was supposed to be an exclamation mark.
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love the pattern even the fabric choice….stunning…can’t wait to get home from vacation to make one
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Mary, you ARE a designer. And a darned good one at that. I’m ready to start cutting the Half Log Cabin.
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Absolutely you’re a designer Mary, and you most definitely have been published by posting your fabulous instructions on the web. The only thing missing in this picture is the payment that goes with the other types of media. You need to rectify that!!
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Thanks Mary … I love love this pattern.
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Mary- you most definitely are a designer. I am so glad you gave us the directions for this quilt. I am very partial to purple and I love the way you put this together. I have a GO cutter and may make this pattern soon. Thanks for your blog and your willingness to share with us.
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Hi Mary,
I like this new pattern. I just finished making the Tessalating Pinwheel pattern that you have shown. You are very definitely a designer, maker, crafter, and talented. Thank you for sharing your patterns. I have a question. You said that you might make this quilt for a charity project, but you would leave off the borders, and I wondered why?
Thanks. Geri
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Another fave of mine, have pulled out fabric for it but unsure of the prints, might go for a tone on tone look, decisions decisions!
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Mary, your choice of fabrics is wonderful. It enhanced the pattern creating a stunning quilt. You are very impressive!
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wow I love the contrast in the colors are pretty. Thanks Debbie Kelly
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Mary, I love the on point, it’s interesting. Thanks for sharing. I’m going to try it for my church quilt.
Trish
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Hi Mary
This is an amazing site. Your quilts are beautiful and the instructions are easy to follow. Thanks for your generosity.
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This would make a WONDERFUL QOV, done in reds & blues! Love this!
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Your site is brilliant. You are very talented and extremely generous with your gift. Thank you!
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So glad I found your site! You designs are outstanding, love this one. Can’t wait to find the time to make it. Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you for this very clear pattern to follow! I created a lovely Quilt of Valor using the Civil War period fabrics in red, creams and blues! You did an excellent job! Again, Thanks!
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Wish I could see Alison’s quilt but her website says private. I was thinking of making the block into a full half log … I mean sew the left side on too. Does that make sense?
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I too tried to click to see Alison’s quilt, was denied as it’s by invitation only. I would have loved to see it. I have a quilt blog myself at:
karenthequilter.blogspot.com
Mary: Much of your work is exceptional & I thank so much for sharing so many patterns or them AND for free. Kind, generous, & certainly perpetuating of the Quilt Love. Well done & thank you!!
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Beautiful colours , im thinking of doing one for my husband in greens & browns . ..thank you for sharing
Tracey in Australia ☺
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Thank you for sharing this beautiful pattern. I am going to try to make it, although I’m a newbie. Any idea of the amount of fabric required for the 56.5 x 70.5 size quilt? I don’t want to run out and not be able to get any more.
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Thank you! I love the wall hanging too! Is that quilted also?
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Yes – lovely! And the instruction are so adaptable! With this in mind I might try a fussy cut baby quilt using this pattern making the cent a tad bigger. Thanks! Chicago
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Hi Mary, thank you for sharing your beautiful quilt. I have downloaded the pattern and I have read it twice. I wonder if you have any suggestions regarding the amount of fabric I will need for the 56.4 x 70.5
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