Quilt Block of the Month: January
Have you ever wanted to make a quilt but couldn't find just what you had in mind? The editors of Quilter's World have compiled some block patterns, from the thousands of traditional blocks available, that you can download for free. With a few basic skills and a variety of block patterns, you can create countless designs in no time.
A new block download will be available each month along with helpful hints, tips and tricks. We will also give you ideas for block combinations and possible quilt settings from time to time to help you create fabulous quilted projects. We hope these blocks will inspire you to experiment with quilt design and create your own layouts. So get a binder and some page protectors to fill with block patterns and samples to fuel your creative juices.
Wheel of Time
Finished Block Size
8" x 8"
CuttingFrom Light Fabric:
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Assembly
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Helpful Hints
- Choose a light, medium and dark fabric for this block. Use scraps from other projects or purchase fat eighths (9" x 22") or fat quarters (18" x 22") to make one sample block.
- Cut individual pieces from scraps or cut strips and then individual pieces from strips if using yardage or large pieces of fabric. For example, to cut 2 7/8" A squares, cut a 2 7/8"-wide strip the width of the fabric. Subcut this strip into 2 7/8" A squares.
- Use a 1/4"-wide seam allowance for all seams.
- Do not tug or pull your pieces through the machine. This causes stretched seams.
- Press properly. Carefully lower a hot, dry iron onto the seam, raise it straight up and reposition. Steaming and pushing the iron over the piece can cause distortion in the fabric.
- Press both seam allowances in the direction instructed, not open. Normally, quilters press seams toward the darker fabric.
- Press seam allowances in opposite directions row to row. This helps when matching seams and reduces bulk.
- Press to avoid bulky areas that will be difficult to quilt through, even if it means pressing seams open!
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For more detailed help with quilting techniques, view our Quilting Lessons or consult a complete quilting guide. Your local library will probably have several on hand that you can review before purchasing one.
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