 BLOCKS by SIZE | 10" Quilt Blocks |
What could be easier, math-wise, than a quilt block in a 10 inch size? Surprisingly, the 10" block is not the most commonly used size, (that would be the 12" block), but there are still many quilt blocks that fit into this category and here is my list of currently available patterns.
Flying Square
Free Quilt Block Pattern
The Flying Square quilt block could not be an easier choice for a new quiltmaker, or as a tool for those quilting teachers looking for something new to use in their repertoire of blocks.
This five patch design is constructed entirely using only squares. You, as the quiltmaker, have the option to sew these square patches as five rows of five, but my perferred method, as shown in the quilt block pattern, is to sew it as an uneven nine patch, since I believe it is easier to work with "chunks" rather than individual rows. However, you choose what is the favourite method for yourself.
I noticed right away, that this block gives the look of a plaid or tartan, and so I chose colours of one of the many tartans for my family name. Mine is following one the Johnson samples, but who knew there would be so many for each clan? Check out the resultant quilts on the following page.
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