Shaded 4 Patch
Shaded 4-Patch
The Shaded 4-Patch block is also known as Birds in the Air, Hidden Square, and Mary’s Triangles. This block is a basic unit that is used in many quilt patterns and can add lots of interest to your quilt designs. No need to cut triangles! No need to piece triangles! The Shaded 4-Patch can be easily made oversized using strip piecing methods, and then trimmed down using the Tucker Trimmer. Finished Size: 40” x 40”
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
SUPPLY LIST AND
PRE-CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS
► The Tucker Trimmer I is required for this class. The tool is available at Nashua Sew and Vac.
► Fabric:
Light background fabric (avoid directional fabric): 1 1/4 yards
Medium fabric: 3/4 yard
Dark Fabric: 7/8 yard
To optimize learning and sewing time, you will need to pre-cut:
- From the light background fabric:
- Cut 4 strips 4 ½” x 12 ½”
- Cut 4 strips 4 ½” x 16 ½”
- Cut 6 strips 3 3/4 ” x WOF
- Cut 4 squares 5 ½” x 5 ½”
- From the medium fabric:
- Cut 3 strips 2 3/4 ” x WOF
- Cut 2 strips 6” x WOF
-Subcut into 16 rectangles 5” x 6”
- From the dark fabric:
- Cut 3 strips 2 3/4 ” x WOF
- Cut 2 strips 6” x WOF
- Subcut into 16 rectangles 5” x 6”
- Cut 4 squares 5 ½” x 5 ½”
Bring whatever extra fabric you have, just in case of mis-cuts
► Coordinating or neutral piecing thread
► Rotary cutter with fresh blade
► 6 ½” x 12 ½” ruler or larger with a 45 degree angle line across the ruler
► Sewing machine, clean and oiled, with new needle, ¼” foot
► Basic sewing supplies: fabric scissors, pins, seam ripper, etc.
► Pencil and pad for notes
Optional
► Small iron and pressing surface
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at Kathie@KathieBeltz.com
* See Class Policy in Terms and Conditions
Skill Level: | Beginner |
Skill Details: | Confident Beginner |
Instructor: | Kathie Beltz |
Instructor Bio: | Kathie Beltz |
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