https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/bellas-quilt-tutorial • Posted by Emma Jean Jansen
Another easy quilt using Half Square Triangles. Finished size: 179cms x 179cms (70” x 70”) The original quilt has been made using my 60's Scrapbag range of fabrics.
Another easy quilt using Half Square Triangles. Finished size: 179cms x 179cms (70” x 70”) The original quilt has been made using my 60's Scrapbag range of fabrics.
Please read all the instructions before starting. All instructions include ¼” seam allowance. It is recommended that all fabric be washed and ironed before starting.
CUTTING OUT: From each of the 14 fabrics: Cut 7 - 57/8” squares. Total of 98 - 57/8” squares From the White fabric: Cut 14 - 57/8” strips across the fabric width. Further cut to make 98 - 57/8” squares From the Binding fabric: Cut eight 2½” strips across the fabric width
CONSTRUCTION: The “Half Square” method of construction is used to make the Blocks. • On the wrong side of each of the 98 white - 57/8” x 57/8” squares of fabric, draw a pencil line diagonally as shown.
• Select one of the 57/8” x 57/8” Print fabric squares, and one marked white square, and place with right sides together and raw edges matching. Keep the drawn line uppermost. Pin if desired. • Carefully sew a “scant” ¼” seam either side of the drawn line. • Cut down the centre of the block along the drawn line. • Open the two completed squares and press to the dark side. • Check that the finished block measures 5½” x 5½” and adjust seam allowance as necessary.
Continue until you have completed all the squares, 7 squares from each of the 14 different fabrics. This makes a total of 98, making 196 Half Square Blocks.
SETTING THE BLOCKS: • The quilt is made up of 14 rows, with 14 blocks in each row. • Use the image on the cover to help you plan your quilt layout. This is best done by laying out the completed blocks and moving them around to achieve a good balance of colour.
• Starting in the top left hand corner start piecing the blocks together. Repeat for the remaining 13 rows. • Press these rows in alternate directions, this will ensure the seams nest nicely together when sewing the rows together. • Sew the 14 rows together.
Quilt top is now complete. Baste and quilt as desired and finally bind your quilt.