Union Square - Page 2 |
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Next, sew the Color 3 half square triangles to opposing sides of the unit you just made, again using SCANT 1/4" seams. Add the next two half square triangles to the remaining two sides... |
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Now line up a Color 3 2-1/2" square atop a Color 1 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" rectangle, right sides together. Mark the diagonal lightly on the back of the Color 1 square, and sew ON this marked diagonal. Cut off excess seam allowance; press remainder towards the outer triangle. Sew another square on the other end of the rectangle in the same manner. Make four of these units... |
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Then speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 1 and Color 3 2-7/8" x 11-1/2" strips, right sides together and all edges aligned. Mark the 2-7/8" square lines and mark the diagonals in the direction shown at left as well. Sew a SCANT 1/4" above the marked diagonals in one continuous seam from the upper left corner to the upper right corner, pivoting at the 2-7/8" square lines. Turn fabric and sew back the other way a SCANT 1/4" on the other side of the marked diagonals .Cut apart on the marked diagonals, and on the 2-7/8" square lines as well. This will give you eight half squares... |
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Sew one half square to either end of the flying geese rectangles, referring to the diagram at left for placement and direction. Make four of these... |
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And now piece the block! Add a Color 1 2-1/2 " square to each end of two of the units you just made, then sew rows. Join the rows to make the block. Be sure to alternate pressing directions by row to avoid bulky seams! |
 Dec1999MarciaHohn |
pattern from http://www.quilterscache.com |