Barn Raising Quilt Block Tutorial

If you are searching for an easy and quick sewing project, this barn raising quilt block by Kansas Troubles Quilters is the perfect choice. The quilt looks like an illusion that could give you the impression that the steps will be complicated, but don’t be fooled, as it is very simple to make. Anyone can try this pattern at home, even beginners.

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This quilt pattern starts with a charm pack square and a layer cake square. The process is the same as making half-square triangles, which I know most of us are familiar with. The only hard part of this quilt will probably be the assembly.

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Easy Barn Raising Quilt Block Materials

• layer cake (10 inch square)
• charm pack (5 inch square)

How to Make Barn Raising Quilt

Step 1:

Take one dark layer cake and one light charm square. Fold each in half twice to make a crease and find the center on all sides. Place the light charm square on top of the dark layer cake, making sure it is centered. Use the lines as a guide. Sew it in place with a quarter-inch seam allowance.

Next, take one light layer cake and one dark charm square. Fold each in half twice to make a crease and find the center on all sides. Place the dark charm square on top of the light layer cake. Make sure it is centered. Use the crease lines as a guide. Sew it in place with a quarter-inch seam allowance.

Step 2:

Take one of the squares and draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the back.

Step 3:

Place the two squares on top of each other, right sides together, with the drawn line on top.

Step 4:

Sew on both sides of the line with a 1/4″ seam allowance just as you would to make a regular half-square triangle. Once done, cut directly on the diagonal line. Set the seam, and press it open toward the dark side.

Step 5:

Repeat steps 1 to 4 with the remaining squares.

Step 6:

Arrange the blocks just like in the photo below.

Barn Raising Quilt Block Tutorial