Quilt blocks for beginners

These are the blocks we’d start with. Each has few pieces and few different shapes, and none has curved or set-in seams. The level is worked out from the block itself, not guessed: how many pieces, how many shapes, and whether any seam curves or has to be set in.

Squares, rectangles and half-square triangles are all you need for most of them. Start with a Nine Patch or a Rail Fence, then try a Churn Dash or a Friendship Star when your points are meeting.