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This makes a 12 " block! |
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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Start by cutting the Color 1 4-1/2" x 9" strip into
two 4-1/2" squares...
Next cut the Color 1 4-7/8" x 14-5/8" strip into three 4-7/8" squares. Cut these in half once on the diagonal to make six half square triangles... |
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Now cut the Color 2 4-7/8" x 14-5/8" strip into three 4-7/8" squares. Cut these in half once on the diagonal to make six half square triangles... |
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Using a 1/4" seam allowance now and throughout the block-making, sew pairs of Color 1/Color 2 Half Square Triangles together to make a total of six Half Squares. Press seams to the darker side, and trim to measure 4-1/2" if needed... |
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Now lay out all the units we made and cut as shown at left. Sew three horizontal rows, pressing seam allowances in alternating directions by row. Sew the three rows together to finish up your block!...on to Page 2! |
 Dec 14 2008 Marcia Hohn |
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Traditional Block |
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