This is a simple block, made difficult only because it needs to be a 10″ finished block. In order to get the QOVs to fit into the sizes requested, block sizes sometimes aren’t what I would normally make them. This block works well as a 9″ or 12″ block but not so much as a 10″ block but .. everything can be adjusted.
For the larger squares, cut them a tad larger than 3-3/4″. I would say 3-13/16″ but I know what would happen when you see that 1/16th requirement. So, just lay your ruler where you would normally cut on the 3-3/4″ mark and then move the ruler over a bit and make the cuts just a little larger.
For the four patch blocks, cut your strips a tad larger than 2-1/8″. Sew the blue strips to the background strips and then cut those into segments that are just a tad larger than 2-1/8″ and sew those together to make the four patches.
For the rectangle that forms the partial four patch, cut the rectangles a tad larger than 2-1/8″ x 3-3/4″.
Make 17 blocks. Once the blocks are made, if you need to trim them up a bit, then trim them up to 10-1/2″ unfinished size. There’s nowhere that the seams need to match from this block to the star block except at the block edges so don’t fight it trying to get everything perfect — just make sure your blocks end up being 10-1/2″ unfinished and everything will be just fine!
katie says
You weren’t kidding when you said you were going to up the pace for the alternate blocks! Thank goodness this falls on a weekend so I won’t be interrupted by my real job. I hope your finger feels better soon. I know what it’s like to lose the use of your dominant hand, so heal quickly!
Diane S. says
This is off the subject but I just received my AQS magazine, American Quilter in the mail and on the very first page of the catalog that came with it, was your smiling face and the promotion for your wonderful book, “60 Pieced Quilt Borders”.
It is a fabulous book, Judy and I hope it sells a million copies!
Joan says
Did I miss part 5?
Which is ok as we are digging out from the snow storm last night!!!
Cathy says
Oy Vey!! those pesking fractions again. I have the grandkids today, so I doubt I will get started on this part today. Looks like I have a sewing week ahead. I think I missed part 5 too!!
PS glad you are feeling better.
Deb in Japan says
PLease! Save steps 5 and 6 to the free pattern shortcut page. I can figure out the boarders but it is difficult to find this page and I cannot print it!
Thanks in advance
Deb