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This makes a 12" block! |
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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Cut the Color 1 2-1/2" x 18" strip into four 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" rectangles... |
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Cut the Color 2 2-1/2" x 10" strip into four 2-1/2" squares... |
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Cut the Color 3 5" x 17" strip into four 2-1/2" x 8-1/2" rectangles... |
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To construct the block's center start by sewing Color 2 squares to each end of two Color 1 rectangles, using a 1/4" seam allowance, now and throughout the rest of the block-making. Press seam to darker sides. Sew the remaining two Color 1 rectangles to opposing sides of the Color 3 4-1/2" square. Press seams towards the center. Join these three units to make the block's center... |
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Next speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 1 and Color 2 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 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. These should measure 2-1/2"...on to Page 2! |
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Traditional Block |
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Aug 4 2006 Marcia Hohn