This week's block is called Improved Four Patch (from EQ7).
For one 7" block you will need -
Print A (mine is the red "tree" print) -
2 - 4+3/8" squares, cut in half on the diagonal
Print B (mine is the green striped) -
2 - 3" squares
Print C (mine is the orange dots) -
4 - 1+3/4" squares
Print D (mine is the red striped) -
4 - 1+3/4" squares
Remember measure and cut carefully, scant 1/4" seams, press the seams in opposite directions....
Start by making two Four-Patches with the Print C and D squares.
I spiralled the centre seams to reduce bulk.
These two Four-Patches should measure 3".
Using the Print B squares make a larger "Four-Patch" with the first two Four-Patches.
Once again I opened up the centre seams.
This piece should measure 5+1/2".
The Print A triangles are added next.
To make stitching triangles to squares easier I use one of these handy-dandy point trimmers (there are many on the market, and I have seen templates in magazines to make your own).
I do find it much easier to line up the triangles for sewing, and there are no little "dog ears" to trim off later.
I sewed opposite sides first and pressed the seams to the triangles, then added the last two triangles.
Trim the finished block to 7+1/2" (finished size 7").
Here are my other two blocks -
All together -
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Have a great day and thanks for quilting along!❤
