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This makes a 10" block! |
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This is an original pattern. Please abide by the Terms and Conditions of use! :o) |
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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing the Block ** |
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Start by cutting the Color 3 5" x 10" strip into eight 2-1/2" squares. Then cut the Color 3 5" x 9" strip into four 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" rectangles... |
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Next speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 1 and Color 2 2-7/8" x 11-1/2" strips, right sides together and all edges aligned. On the back of the top strip, lightly mark the 2-7/8" square lines and mark the diagonals in the direction shown at left. Now sew a SCANT 1/4" above and below the marked diagonals, pivoting at the square lines. Now cut apart ON the marked diagonals, and on the 2-7/8" square lines. This will give you eight half squares. Press seam allowances towards the darker fabric. Trim these back to measure 2-1/2" if needed... |
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Using a scant 1/4" seam now and throughout the block construction, sew together Color 3 squares and the half squares you just made to make four of the units shown at left... |
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Now piece the block as shown at left, and you are finished!
...on to Page 2! |
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© May 10 2005 Marcia Hohn |
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