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This makes a 22" block! It's similar in construction to log cabin, but as you can see, very different in appearance. Please abide by the Terms and Conditions of use! :o) |
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These pieces are all 2 1/2" strips in varying lengths. In the Supplies I have added a little to each length to give you a little room for error... |
** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Sew a Color 2 2-1/2" square to a Color 4 2-1/2" square, then add another Color 2 2-1/2" square. Press seam allowances in alternating directions... |
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To the top of that unit sew a Color 2 7" strip. Trim off excess. Press. Sew a Color 4 5" strip to the right side. Trim off excess. Press... |
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Sew a Color 2 9" strip to the bottom of the previous unit. Trim off excess. Press. Sew a Color 4 7" strip to the right. Trim. Press... |
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Sew a Color 4 11" strip to the top. Trim. Press... |
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Now sew a Color 2 2-1/2" square to a Color 4 7" strip. Add another Color 4 2-1/2" square. Press seams in alternating directions. Add this strip to the bottom of the previous unit, lining up the Color 2 sections, and trimming the excess Color 4 strip. Press... |
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Sew a Color 3 11" strip to the right. Trim. Press. Sew a Color 3 13" strip to the top. Trim. Press. Sew another Color 3 13" strip to the left. Trim. Press...on to Page 2! |
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March 2000 Marcia Hohn|
Traditional Block |
http://www.quilterscache.com |
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