Square Within Squares Block
DIFFICULTY LEVEL ‣ BEGINNER
FINISHED BLOCK SIZE: 12″ X 12″
Square Within Squares is a block that is easy to make and shows off fabric prints beautifully because of the large patches of fabric that are used. You can either use a light, medium and dark fabric to make this block, or simply be sure to have a clear contrast between your fabrics to create the design.
Instructions:
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Read through entire pattern before beginning project. Use ¼” seam allowances with fabric right sides together. Pressing arrows are included with illustrations. Basic quiltmaking supplies are assumed.
FABRIC:
• Fabric A: (1) 8″ x 11½” rectangle light fabric
• Fabric B: (1) 8″ x 11½” rectangle medium fabric
• Fabric C: (1) 6½” x 6½” square dark fabric
CUTTING:
• Fabric A, cut:
(2) 3½” x 6½” rectangles
(2) 3½” x 3½” squares
• Fabric B, cut:
(2) 3½” x 6½” rectangles
(2) 3½” x 3½” squares
• Fabric C, cut:
(1) 6½” x 6½” square
Video Instructions:
Fabrics are from the Dino-Mite Collection by Timeless Treasures.
Block Assembly:
Referring to Diagram 1, sew a Fabric A 3½” square to a Fabric B 3½” square to make Side Unit. Make 2.
Lay out (2) EACH Fabric A and Fabric B 3½” x 6½” rectangles, (2) Side Units, and Fabric C 6½” square, as shown (Diagram 2). Sew together into rows. Sew rows together to make Square Within Squares block.
