Four patch in a square quilt block

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This is probably the simplest quilt block to piece together but it can be done in numerous ways and it is the building block (no pun intended!) for so many blocks. The following directions assume you are using a ¼” (or scant ¼”) seam allowance.

Add another skill with this on point four patch quilt tutorial. Classic simple quilt design by Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter.

Here's another fun technique you can try - disappearing stripes quilt blocks using simple strips. You can cut your own, or use precut Honey Bun strips which are 1-1/2 inches wide or Jelly Rolls which are 2-1/2 inches wide.

My Patchwork Quilt: BLOCK 1: DISAPPEARING NINE-PATCH BLOCK SQUARE

How cute is this square in a square quilt? It may look complicated but it is very forgiving because you trim ... and then trim again. Here is what my starting pile looked like below. There are two names for this block - square in a square or the economy block. Here are the sizes and techniques I did for making this quilt. Lots of pictures to share but shown in different fabrics since I ran out of Little Ruby to demonstrate. I cut all my scraps into 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" squares - or made them that…

It was exciting this morning to start my first block for the 30-Block Exchange Group. This is my first ever experience making a Friendship Quilt from blocks I have received from 29 new friends from the US and Canada. I thought it would be fun to share my blocks as I make them with tutorials for others who might be interested in making the blocks. Blocks can be made many different sizes depending on what your need is for your project. In this particular group the blocks are to be 12.5". Then…

Quilting Basics : 4 Patch Block: The four patch block is one of the simplest pieced quilt blocks. It is made by sewing 4 squares the same size together to make a larger square. Four patch blocks can be made using 2, 3 or 4 different fabrics depending on the effect you …

Antique Four Patch Economy Block Tutorial Some time ago, I shared with you a post about making Four Patches. Here is the link to that post. Four Patch Favourite Four Patches are a basic quilt block unit, that anyone can make. They are fabulous for using up scraps. I have made a stack of really … Continue reading Antique Four Patch Economy Block Tutorial →

The disappearing four patch is an easy quilt block that is perfect for beginners because it looks more complicated than it actually is!