|
|
|
This makes an 8" block ! Please abide by the Terms and Conditions of use! :o) |
|
|
** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
|
|
Start by cutting the Color 1 2-1/2" x 10" strip into four 2-1/2" squares... |
|
|
Now stack the Color 1 and Color 2 5-1/4" squares and cut them on both diagonals t make four quarter square triangles of each. You will only need two of Color 2... |
|
|
Use the template provided to cut one Color 2 square for the center of the block from the Color 2 4" square ( or if you are feeling frisky, just rotary cut a square about one hair larger than 3-5/16")... |
|
|
Cut the Color 2 2-1/2" x 9" strip into two 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" rectangles... |
 |
Using a scant 1/4" seam allowances sew two Color 1 quarter square triangles right sides together to the Color 2 center square as shown at left. Press seam to darker side... |
|
|
Sew two more Color 1quarter square triangles right sides together to two Color 2 quarter square triangles, again using a scant 1/4" seam. Press to dark side. You are making two of the triangle units shown at left... |
|
|
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 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...on to Page 2! |
|
|
|
||
|
Traditional Block |
http://www.quilterscache.com |
March 13 2004 Marcia Hohn
