This block is something that I sketched out several years ago after seeing it on an episode of Simply Quilts. I have it noted as Imagine block, Episode 630, Agnete Kay, One Block, Many Quilts. I don't know if this quilt block appears in that book or if that was just the book of hers that was out at the time.
I'd like to show you the steps to go through to create your own block.
Start with a piece of paper suitable for paper piecing. I use onion skin paper that comes from an art supply store. It's easy to draw on and stitch through, and it's easy to remove after sewing. Draw a square the dimensions of your finished block. On each side, make a mark the same dimension in from the corner, a total of eight marks. I used 3-1/2" for mine.
Pick a dimension (I used 1") and draw a line on either side of the horizontal and vertical lines you just drew. You will be adding eight lines, in the outer triangle area only.
Next you will cut your block into seven different pieces and do your paper piecing. Make sure you extend both the fabric and the stitching at least 1/4" out from the paper foundation, to allow for the seam allowance to join the pieces.
Next trim each section 1/4" past the paper foundation of each section. Line the foundation paper up with the 1/4" marks on your ruler and trim.
Finally, sew the individual sections together and remove the paper backing, and ENJOY!
(NOTE: My pictures are upside down, or sideways, except for the first one of the block itself. I'm sure glad that one came out right! You might have to stand on your head to get a good view of the other pics. Fortunately, most of them you can't tell whether they're upside down or not, until you get to the ones with the writing on them. I have searched for an answer to this dilemna and have found nothing useful. Does anyone have any tips for a new blogger? I would sure appreciate it!)
You'll notice that I actually have two pieces of purple fabric that I sew right next to each other, in the center of the triangles on all four sides. I could have used one piece of fabric there rather than using two pieces.
Another option would be to have used two different fabrics for the purple "arcs" -- maybe purple "arcs" on opposite sides and green "arcs" for the remaining two opposite sides.
I have put this block into EQ7 and colored it a couple different ways. This one uses a small sashing with cornerstones, and all four "arcs" are done in the same color.
This one has sashing that is a bit thicker and uses different fabrics for the opposite "arcs" in each block. Notice how there is more movement as the two colors twist and turn past each other?
I hope you have found this tutorial interesting and that you will try the process to see what you come up with. What do you think happens if you start with a rectangle instead of a square?
Happy wanderings to the other stops on today's blog hop! Please visit each of them. I would love it if you became a "follower" and checked back often! Have a wicked day!
Wednesday,
October 24th
Oh my that quilt block is stunningly Wicked! I love it and thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteLove your design and thank you for sharing your tutorial. Judith, Texas
ReplyDeleteWicked quilt! Thank you for the tutorial! Another one to try out....oooh and we are only on day three! Waily, waily, waily!
ReplyDeleteGreat block - love the tutorial too. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat design! I don't have EQ but I'm going to put it on my Christmas list!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Great block. Thank you for sharing with us today.
ReplyDeleteReally cute block. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful block!! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteBritt-Inger in Sweden
Great Block! And a very good tutorial. Thank You for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat block -- my head is spinning with new ideas!
ReplyDeleteHI Christa....a wonderful blocks...thanks for being here
ReplyDeleteWithout your tutorial I would have walked away from this block thinking EEEK.. Y Seams.. NO WAY.. But with you breaking it down it looks much more do-able.
ReplyDeleteYou make it look so easy--thanks for the tutorial. Your skeleton block is so WICKED!
ReplyDeletethat turned out great Christa.....thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to feature wicked fabric. Thank you for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteI love the way that block goes together and especially the first quilt from EQ7 that you showed. blessings, marlene
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric choices you made, wickedly pretty block!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the wonderful tutorial. Love your quilt
ReplyDeleteI really like the block you made! Or a least I did until I saw "Paper piece"!!! I have trouble with that. It is a beautful block and I think it would look good with a rectangle in the center too! great job!
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Thanks for a great tutorial! I love your block!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting to see the construction process. Love your quilt!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your tutorial , interesting process and block .
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial!! Loved the skeleton block!!
ReplyDeleteWicked! Your tut made it seem simple.
ReplyDeleteGreat job, Christa! What a nice block and tutorial!
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower!
Hello Crista!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing with us your creativity and talents! This blog hop is alot of fun.
I was born and raised in good old Michigan (52 years) and then made the move to New Hampshire in 2006. Michigan will always be my home state even though New Hampshire is wonderful.
I am a happy new follower of yours!
Cheers!
Patsy
Wicked block! I love paper piecing but have yet to try my hand at my own pattern. Thanks for the tut!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blogland...and a great tutorial on your first blog hop...WOW! Good job...luv the fussy cut center...I will have to try the paper pieced block...and stitch it into a Christmas bag or a pillow. Thanks for sharing in the fun and wicked blog hop, have a wonderful and wicked Wednesday!!
ReplyDeleteYour first Hop, please do not let it be your last. You did a wonderful job. Love "Mr. Bones" and thank you for the great tutorial! Your are Wicked fun!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your block...GREAT JOB! Keep blogging...keep tute-ing...keep your WICKED WAYS about you! Kathy @ Kwilty Pleasures!
ReplyDeletewell now, that was quite entertaining. Love the block and I'm not a fan of paper piecing, but this makes me want to have a go at it. Thanks for the clear instructions and for being in the hop.
ReplyDeleteRosemary B here: fabulous block! I love the skeleton in the middle, lovely colors! Thanks for sharing your tutorial and creativity today
ReplyDeleteFUN!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tut; that's quite a process but the end product was fantastic!
ReplyDeleteChrista-I never thought of using that old onion skin typing paper that I probably still have for paper piecing and designing. I'm sure it works great if you don't goof as I sometimes do! Your quilt are stunning. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block...love the fussy cut skeleton....thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteenjoyed it and am now a follower
ReplyDeleteVery nice job and a great tutorial. Thanks for sharing both.
ReplyDeleteThat is a great block and tutorial. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI really like this block pattern. Thanks for the great tutorial!
ReplyDeleteSuper block and I like your design, thanks for showing and sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat block and tute!!
ReplyDeleteYour block are fantastic.Thanks for the great tutorial and sharing!
ReplyDeleteSuper idea and tutorial! Thanks for sharing! YOur color choices are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteHi!!! Very cute block!!! Thanks for the tutorial!!! Thanks for the fun!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial!! Love your block - especially the colour choices!!
ReplyDeleteThe wicked square looks GREAT! The toturial rocks - I can't wait to try it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the great tutorial. lots of fun. thanks for being part of the hop.
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial! Thanks for participating in the Wicked hop!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial. Ohh the possibilities!
ReplyDeleteLove this!! Thanks for the tute!!!
ReplyDeleteI like your block and tutorial. It makes interesting patterns in a quilt. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block, I love the skeleton and thank you for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this fun block. I definitely need to try this one!
ReplyDeletebook marking this tut to try out later.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing
in stitches
Your quilt is so pretty, thank you for the great tutorial, well written!
ReplyDeleteGreat block and quilt.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing
Love the quilts you've drawn out. Thanks for the tute. Nicely done. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat block and great tutorial!!! I love it!!!
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Germany
Nicole
Love your block, what a unique design. The block is colorful and eye catching. Great job, I must make one. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCute block.
ReplyDeleteVery unique. Great tut. I love the fabrics that you chose.
ReplyDeleteThat is a fabulous design for a quilt. Great job on your block.
ReplyDeleteWow that's intense! I love it! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat block and great tutorial.
ReplyDeleteWow! That's great! Thanks for sharing and for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great block! Thanks for sharing it with us!!!
ReplyDeleteCool block! I love the fussy cut center and appreciate the tutorial you shared. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat block! Thanks for the instructions. Yours look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteFabulous block -- it makes for a very eye-interesting quilt!! And nice tutorial, too!! :)
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