This makes a 6" block!

Four blocks are shown together at right!

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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** 

Start by cutting one 3-7/8" x 7-3/4" strip of each color into two 3-7/8" squares each. Then stack and cut them on the diagonal with a rotary cutter...

Next cut the large squares of each color on the diagonal...

Then speed piece the remaining 3-7/8" x 7-3/4" strip of each color, by stacking them right sides together with all edges aligned. Mark the 3-7/8" square line , mark the diagonals in the direction shown as well, then sew 1/4" above and below the diagonal markings, pivoting at the 3-7/8" square line. Cut apart ON the marked diagonal, and cut apart on the square line also. This will give you four half squares. Trim to measure 3-1/2" if needed... 

 

Sew a Color 1 small triangle to one side of a half square, referring to diagram for placement, using a scant 1/4" seam, and pressing seam allowances towards square. Sew another Color 1 small triangle to the adjacent side as shown, pressing seam allowance towards triangle. Make two of these units. Then make two more with the colors reversed...on to Page 2!

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