Fabric Scrap Patchwork Block For Beginners
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Not all quilt patterns use all the fabric in one pack, which results in a build-up of fabric scraps. It can not be avoided, as certain designs require cutting. However, there are quilt patterns that utilize the whole pack, just like this Bohemian Peak Layer Cake Quilt Pattern. There will be little to no scraps with this sewing project.
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If you have a collection of fabric scraps, do not throw them away. You can find a lot of quilt patterns that will teach you how to reuse them. This fabric scrap patchwork block for beginners by The Melody of Sewing is just one of them. Read on or watch the video below for the whole tutorial.
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Easy Fabric Scrap Patchwork Block Materials
For one block:
- 8 pieces of 1″ x 5 1/2″ colored strips (in different colors)
- 8 pieces of 1″ x 5 1/2″ background strips
- 2 1/2″ center square
For the sides:
- 3 pieces of 7 1/2″ background squares
- 2 pieces of 6″ background squares
How to Make a Patchwork Block Using Fabric Scraps
Step 1:
Start by sewing one colored and one background strip together on the long side. Repeat with the remaining strips. Next, sew them in pairs with the colored sides touching. Set the seams and press each one open.
Step 2:
Trim each one into 5″ units.
Step 3:
Arrange the units and the square just like in the photo below. Sew them together to make the block. Set the seams and press flat. Trim into a 7 1/4″ block.
Step 4:
Make 8 blocks.
Step 5:
Cut the 7 1/2″ background squares in half diagonally from corner to corner to make triangles.
Step 6:
Arrange the blocks just like in the photo below.
Step 7:
Get the 6″ background squares and cut them in half diagonally from corner to corner to make triangles. Place them on the corners to make a rectangle.
Sew the blocks together in rows first diagonally. Once done, sew the rows together to make the quilt top. Trim excess.
Fabric Scrap Patchwork Block For Beginners
