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This makes an 8-1/2" FINISHED block ! Please abide by the Terms and Conditions of use! :o) |
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I show it here in reproduction 1800's fabrics! You can find lots at reproductionfabrics.com ! |
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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Start by cutting the Color 1 3-1/2" x 7" strip into two 3-1/2" squares... |
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Now cut the Color 2 and Color 3 2" x 8" strips into four 2" squares of each... |
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Next cut the Color 4 5-1/8" x 10-1/4" strip into two 5-1/8" squares. Stack these and cut them once on the diagonal to make four half square triangles... |
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Sew Color 2 and Color 3 squares together using all scant 1/4" seam allowances to make two four patch units as shown at left. Press all seams to darker sides. Trim to measure 3-1/2" if needed... |
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Then sew the two four patch and two Color 1 squares together to make the block's center unit... |
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Sew Color 4 half square triangles to opposing sides of the center
unit, and then to the two remaining open sides...and the block is all
done! Square off if needed, to measure 8-1/2", being sure to
leave the 1/4" seam allowance beyond the square tips!
...on to Page 2! |
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Traditional Block |
http://www.quilterscache.com |
April 9 2004 Marcia Hohn