Traditional Tuesday - Block 62
Gem Block |
Block 62 - Gem Block
Again this week, we're deviating from the normal and doing a traditional block that doesn't have a modern component. The Gem Block has always been one of my favorites. It requires more precision piecing than we're used to doing, but the results are worth it. Envision it on point and set in a zigzag setting - it really adds a lot of movement to a quilt top. If each block is done in a different set of three fabrics, the quilt would be even more interesting to look at - but if each block were the same, it would be very elegant. You can't really go wrong with fabric choice!As I told the modern group yesterday, this is our last traditional block. For the next two blocks I have something special planned to finish up our quilt a long.
From the background, cut 6 - 2 3/8" squares
From the red solid, cut:
2 - 2 3/8"
2 - 1 1/2" x 2 5/8" rectangles
2 - 1 1/2" x 4 3/4" rectangles
From the red print, cut 1 - 2 5/8" square
Make the center unit. |
Join the 4 corner units to the center unit. Press to the center unit. Your block will be 6 1/2" when done. |
Great tutorial!
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