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This makes a 10" block ! Please abide by the Terms and Conditions of use! :o) |
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4 Blocks x 6 Blocks makes a perfect Project Linus Quilt Sized Quilt! |
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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Start by marking and cutting the Color 1 7-1/2" x 10" strip into twelve 2-1/2" squares... |
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Next mark and cut the Color 2 2-1/2" x 10" strip into four 2-1/2" squares... |
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Now mark and cut the Color 3 5" x 13" strip into four 2-1/2" x 6-1/2" rectangles... |
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Next speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 2 and Color 3 2-7/8" x 5-3/4" strips, right sides together and all edges aligned. On the back of the top strip, lightly mark the 2-7/8" square line and mark the diagonals in the direction shown at left. Now sew a SCANT 1/4" above and below the marked diagonals, pivoting at the square line. Now cut apart ON the marked diagonals, and on the 2-7/8" square line. This will give you four half squares. Press seam allowances towards the darker fabric. Trim these back to measure 2-1/2" if needed... |
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Now, to make the rectangle units, place a Color 1 square right sides together atop one end of a Color 3 rectangle, with edges aligned. On the back of the top square lightly mark the diagonal. Sew ON this diagonal marking. Cut off the excess seam allowance. Press the remainder towards the corner triangle. Repeat this with another Color 1 square on the other end of the rectangle. Make four units like this...on to Page 2! |
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Traditional Block |
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May 13 2003 Marcia Hohn