This week in Scraptember we're talking orphan quilt blocks and how to use them. Is there any better way than in a sampler quilt! Here's a selection of my favorites.

Modern sampler quilt from Leland Ave Studios

"Kitchen Sink" quilt by Simple Girl, Simple Life.


From Maureen Cracknell Handmade

Such a good idea if you only have a few special blocks. By Carla of Grace and Favour.

I die. So fabulous. Antique, from the collection of the Mingei International Museum in San Diego.

Antique, from the Smithsonian.


Antique, c 1930

found on eBay! Dated 1936.

A Ruby McKim quilt pattern.

Orphan Block Improv Quilt from Sleeping Dogs Quilts

Improv-ish quilt by me :)


Another improv-ish leftover block quilt by me :)