SQUARE IN QUILT BLOCKS

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SQUARE IN A SQUARE QUILT BLOCKS


There are a number of ways to put this block together. Some say as many as ten ways, but they are all variations on basic ways, which I will break down and explain here.


SUPPLIES

  • FABRIC - Closely woven cotton is best.
  • SEWING SUPPLIES - Thread, pins, sewing machine.
  • CUTTING TOOLS - Scissor, quilting ruler.
  • PRESSING TOOLS - Iron and ironing board.

STEPS TO MAKE QUILT BLOCKS

 STEP 1




  • Cut 3 squares with the measurements for,
  1. Center block 4" (4 inches square box)
  2. First Square 4"
  3. Second Square 5"
  • Cut them in diagonal shape

STEP 2

  • Press or pin each of your pieces in half to have a center alignment spot.
  • Sew them in place, using a ¼” (6mm)seam.

STEP 3

  • Now pin the second pair of triangles to the remaining sides of the square, matching the centers again. Sew into place.
  • Open out and press.

STEP 4

  • Now trim and square up your block. It should be the size of your final finished block, plus ¼” (6mm) all around for seam allowance.
  • There must be some overlap of the triangles, the corners should not be right at the edge of your block. You need that overlap to enclose inside your seam when sewing the blocks together. The corners of your triangles must be sharp and not chopped off!

STEP 5

  • It is also a block that lends itself to solids, rather than prints. You could combine squares in a square block alternating with plain blocks, or arrange these blocks in a number of different ways to give a different overall effect. If your outer triangles are all the same fabric, you will get a completely different look to the quilt which is made with different background triangles. This block is often used as a center for constructing various star block quilts.

CONCLUSION

Do give these blocks a try. They are simple and effective and can be made in endless color combinations. Whether you are planning to make a large king-sized quilt, or just a quick weekend project, a square in a square quilt is a bright and cheerful design to add to your bedroom décor!









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