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This makes a 9" block! I've reworked it to eliminate some inset seams :o) |
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** Preparing the Pieces ** |
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Start by marking and cutting the Color 1 6" x 7" rectangle into eight 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" rectangles... |
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Then mark and cut the Color 3 3" x 12" strip into sixteen 1-1/2" squares... |
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Now mark and cut the Color 4 1-1/2" x 10" strip into four 1-1/2" x 2-1/2" rectangles... |
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Then mark and cut the Color 5 3" x 9" strip into twelve 1-1/2" squares...now... |
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** Let's Get to the Sewing ** |
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Next speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 2 and Color 5 3-7/8" x 7-3/4" strips, right sides together and all edges aligned. On the back of the top strip, lightly mark the 3-7/8" 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 3-7/8" square lines. This will give you four half squares. Press seam allowances towards the darker fabric. These should measure 3-1/2" ... |
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Place a small Color 3 square right sides together lined up with the lower right (Color 2) edge of a half square. Draw in the diagonal on the back of the square and sew ON this line. Cut off the excess seam allowance, pressing the remainder towards the Color 2 section. These should measure 3-1/2"...on to Page 2! |
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Traditional Block |
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March 1 2003 Marcia Hohn