Welcome the spring rain with this fun, rainbow umbrella foundation paper pieced quilt block pattern from Center Street Quilts.  The Hello Rain! quilt block measures 6″ x 6″ (6.5″ x 6.5″ unfinished) making it the perfect size for incorporating into projects such as a knitting, crochet, or sewing notions supply case, a pillow cover, mug rugs, a mini tote bag, a zippered pouch, mini-quilt, or as part of a larger quilt.  Sewers must have basic foundation paper piecing knowledge a

This design would also make a wonderful bed quilt. Since it’s scrappy and it’s built-in four-block units, it’s easy to increase the size. Yardage and directions included for lap, twin, double/queen, and king-size quilts. This quilt features pieced blocks (not applique). If you’ve never attempted curved piecing, this is an easy way to learn and perfect your skills. Extensive directions with clear illustrations guide the way to perfect blocks.  “Pretty Parasols” quilt is a “pla