Economy Quilt Block Pattern; 12 inch Block

Step 1

Cut the two 5 1/2” x 5 1/2” and 7 1/4” x 7 1/4” squares in half along the diagonal.

Step 2

You should end up with 4 triangles of each fabric.

Step 3

Center the long edge of two of the cut 5 1/2” squares (that are now triangles) with the 6 1/2” x 6 1/2” piece, right sides facing. On opposite sides of the square. The triangle tips will overhang the edges of the square.

Step 4

Remember to double-check that the triangle is centered on the side of the center square.

Step 5

Sew in place with a 1/4” seam allowance.

Step 6

Flip the fabric up and press the seams towards the outside triangles.

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining two triangles.

Step 8

Find the center of this unit and square it to 9” x 9”.

Step 9

Repeat the steps above using the triangles cut from the 7 1/4” squares.

Step 10

Again, remember to line up the center of the triangle with the center of the center squares.

Step 11

Square and trim final block to 12 1/2” x 12 1/2”