The Wholehearted Quilt Block, designed by Jackie MacDonald of Sweetfire Road, is part of the inspiring Moda Blockheads 6 collection. This beautiful block captures the essence of warmth, love, and handmade charm forming a playful heart shape made entirely from scrappy half-square triangles (HSTs).
Whether you’re creating a Valentine’s-themed quilt, a friendship gift, or simply adding a touch of joy to your patchwork projects, this block will make your heart sing. This design embodies the spirit of quilting connection, creativity, and care stitched into every seam.
The Wholehearted Block finishes at 9 inches and features an arrangement of HSTs that come together to form a radiant heart. Its scrappy composition adds depth and character, making it an ideal pattern for using leftover fabrics or experimenting with bold color contrasts.
✂️ Fabric & Cutting Instructions
For a 9″ finished block, you’ll need:
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4 (3¼″) squares – Fabric A
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2 (2¾″) squares – Fabric A
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5 (3¼″) squares – Fabric B
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5 (3¼″) squares – Fabric C
🩷 Tip: Use this section to plan your fabric combinations and test how light and dark shades balance within the heart shape. Prints, solids, and tone-on-tone fabrics all work beautifully.
🪡 Piecing Instructions
Step 1 – Half-Square Triangles (HSTs):
On the wrong side of each 3¼″ Fabric A square, draw a diagonal line from corner to corner.
Pair Fabric A with B and C squares, right sides together. Stitch a scant ¼″ seam on both sides of the drawn line. Cut along the line to create two HSTs.
Repeat to make:
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(4) A–B HSTs
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(4) A–C HSTs
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(6) B–C HSTs
Press seams toward the darker fabric and trim each HST to 2¾″.
Step 2 – Assemble the Heart:
Lay out your trimmed HSTs along with (2) 2¾″ Fabric A squares following the layout diagram in the pattern.
Sew pieces into rows, pressing seams in alternating directions. Join the rows together, pressing seams open for a smooth finish.
Trim your completed block to 9½″ to finish at 9″ once sewn into your quilt.
🎨 Color Suggestions
The Wholehearted block shines in any colorway, but here are a few inspiring ideas:
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Romantic Reds & Pinks: Classic tones for Valentine’s or anniversary projects.
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Modern Neutrals: Use blush, taupe, and white for an elegant minimalist look.
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Rainbow Scrappy Heart: A cheerful design using colorful scraps that radiate happiness.
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Country Charm: Mix florals, ginghams, and warm tones for a cozy, rustic feel.
Each variation tells its own story — let your heart guide your palette.
💕 Final Thoughts
The Wholehearted Quilt Block is a celebration of creativity and affection — a simple yet heartfelt design that reminds us why we love quilting.
It’s quick to sew, perfect for beginners, and meaningful enough to turn into a cherished keepsake.
📥 Download the Free Wholehearted Quilt Block PDF Pattern
At the end of this post, you can download the free PDF pattern to start stitching your own version of the Wholehearted Block and spread a little handmade love with every piece you sew.
