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A simple 4-patch block is one of the easiest of all blocks to piece.
It is a very versatile block that is usually made from two
contrasting colors,. Of course, you can adjust the colors to
anything and still have a super block. In fact, this block is
one that is perfect for using up scrap strips. Or try a one
color block, using values that range from light to dark. The
possibilities are endless!
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Fabric
Requirements for One Block |
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FABRIC |
6"
Finished |
8"
Finished |
9"
Finished |
12"
Finished |
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A |
2 - 3.5" x
3.5" |
2 - 4.5" x 4.5" |
2 - 5" x 5" |
2 - 6.5" x
6.5" |
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B |
2 - 3.5" x
3.5" |
2 - 4. 5" x 4. 5" |
2 - 5" x 5" |
2 - 6.5" x
6.5" |
Instructions
- Using one A and one B, place
them right sides together and sew on one edge,
using a scant 1/4" seam allowance. Refer
to the illustration to the right.
- Press the seam to the dark
side.
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- Repeat steps 1 and 2. Refer
to the illustration to the right.
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- Sew the two-patch from step 1
to the two-patch from step 3, as shown at the right.
Make sure that the colors are placed so that they appear
in opposite positions.
- Press the block flat. It
should measure 1/2" larger than the finished size at
this point.
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Using this block alone, in a
simple layout, results as shown to the left. |
| Using this block with a solid
alternating block of the same size results as shown to the
right. |
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Using this block with a
4-Rail Block
results as shown to the left. |
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All
patterns on this page are an original design, unless other-wise noted.
