When I was still new to quilting, the projects that I was making were limited to simple patterns and those that only required fabric squares. One of my favorite quilt blocks to make is a bento box which is pretty easy and quick to piece together and only requires 2 contrasting fabrics.
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The steps to making this are super easy to follow and I bet that you can make this quilt block perfectly even on your first try. Learn how now by reading the instructions down below, then click the link to see more details, and while you’re at it make sure to watch this video tutorial by Epida Studio on YouTube as well.
Materials for Bento Box Quilt Block:
- Light print fabric
- Dark print fabric
- Ruler
- Marking pen, pencil, or chalk
- Scissors or rotary cutter and a cutting mat
- Needle and thread
- Iron, for pressing
- Sewing machine
- Pattern (Click here to see the fabric cutting requirements)
How to Make a Bento Box Quilt:
Get 1 square of each fabric, then stack them with their right sides facing, and join them with ¼” seam allowance. Press the seams toward the darker fabric, then add the rectangle piece on the side of its opposite color, and stitch it in place. Press the seams toward the darker fabric, then keep adding the next pieces to the sides as shown in the video, and press the seams as you go. Make an identical piece but with opposite colors, then join them together, and make an identical piece of this unit but with opposite colors. Join the 2 blocks together, then press nicely, and you’re done!
*All these amazing images are thanks to Epida Studio via YouTube. Do visit her channel to see more videos like this!
Bento Box Quilt Block Tutorial for Beginners
