bdancer222
This site has some interesting log cabin variations. I made the wreaths and Christmas tree this year. And I'm definitely making that navy blue and yellow one with the big star. You can really do so much with the log cabin blocks. Just a matter of what colors and how you turn the block.

bertk
If you are hand quilting a log cabin you may want to choose a design that crosses as few seams as possible. If the "logs" are relatively wide you (or a machine quilter) can do designs (leaves, hearts, whatever) within the logs. Using a longarm opens up lots of possibillities that may be a pain to do by hand. Diagonal lines across the blocks or even wreaths or spirals to "soften" the angles in the blocks are all effective. If you want to emphasize your special layout then you can stitch right alongside your seam lines (stitch in the ditch). There are so many websites that show log cabins and variations, but sites that show different quilting options just aren't as common. :o( There are many quilting books that focus on this wonderfully versatile block but I don't know of one that specifically shows different quilting options. Check your local library! If you have quilting friends, belong to a guild, or have a helpful quilt shop nearby, make several photocopies of your layout and ask other quilters' for suggestions!

retiredcpa
I like to use triangle designs, one for each half of the block. I usually like a swirly or feather design in the lighter half and more straight-line types in the darker half. Go to www.webshots.com and search for log cabin quilts. I'm sure there are hundreds.

fatima35121
"Log Cabin Baby Quilt

starpenguin
Eleanor Burns has the easiest pattern! her book is extremely detailed and she gives you so many variations. it's super easy for a beginner. or if you are a pro, you'll have it done in no time.