Sunday, July 10, 2011

Quilt Block Tutorial

I just discovered this method for making a quilt block. It is such a fun block to do with scraps. I am using it to make a quilt for my niece for her wedding in September. She said she loved purples and greens but her fiance like neutrals and browns. By making it scrappy, I was able to put all the desires in one quilt.

First sew four 5 inch squares to make a 4-patch.

Next, cut 1 1/2 inches from each center seam line.

Third, Rotate the 4 pieces that have 2 narrow strips of each color half a turn.

And finally, sew the block back together.

Here are the rest of the fabrics. Stay tuned for progress pictures as I complete the different blocks and start putting this together.

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6 comments:

  1. DesleyJuly 10, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Very cool. Looking forward to seeing more.

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  2. happydaysquiltingJuly 11, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    That looks easy, it would make a great stash buster!

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  3. Borderline QuilterJuly 12, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Wow...that's great for an easy quilt using charm packs for a scrappy look...thanks Vicki

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  4. JanJuly 16, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    That is neat. Not enough time in my life to all the quilts I want to. Time is passing to fast. Can I see the finished product at camp?

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  5. DianaJuly 17, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    How cute! Thanks for that tutorial and what a great way to use all the nickles I have here!

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  6. MaryJuly 27, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Oh, I like that! Thanks for the idea!

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