This weeks block is the classic Nine Patch. Be sure
add a little quirky charm by mixing your blocks up a bit.
add a little quirky charm by mixing your blocks up a bit.
To quilt along you will need a copy of my
first book with Martingale, Quirky Little Quilts.
If you do not have a copy you can order one here.
We have made some Shoofly Sampler kits,
you can order one here.
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Use the pattern on page 40 and make five Nine Patch blocks.
Be sure to post your progress using #quirkylittlequiltsqal
and add yourself to the growing list of #quiltersofinstagram
Tiny Tips for Perfect Piecing
My first tip starts at the very beginning and may sound really
basic, careful cutting and a perfect 1/4" seam are essential.
When piecing with small pieces there is not much room for
what I like to call fudge factor. Your cutting must be spot on!
Next check your seam allowance. Using a scrap of fabric sew
a test seam. Use your ruler and measure, your stitch line must
be right on the 1/4" line. If you off a little in either direction
your block will not come out the correct size. Check back
next week for another Tiny Tip for Perfect Piecing.
If you do not have a copy you can order one here.
We have made some Shoofly Sampler kits,
you can order one here.
+ + + + + + +
Use the pattern on page 40 and make five Nine Patch blocks.
Be sure to post your progress using #quirkylittlequiltsqal
and add yourself to the growing list of #quiltersofinstagram
Tiny Tips for Perfect Piecing
My first tip starts at the very beginning and may sound really
basic, careful cutting and a perfect 1/4" seam are essential.
When piecing with small pieces there is not much room for
what I like to call fudge factor. Your cutting must be spot on!
Next check your seam allowance. Using a scrap of fabric sew
a test seam. Use your ruler and measure, your stitch line must
be right on the 1/4" line. If you off a little in either direction
your block will not come out the correct size. Check back
next week for another Tiny Tip for Perfect Piecing.
Nine patch blocks are done! I agree careful cutting and piecing are keys to success for the right size block. I starched my fabric before cutting and pressed seems on a wool mat so they are nice and flat and the blocks came out true to size. I mixed up the blocks a little. Can't wait to see what everyone else does!
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