A pinwheel block is one of the easiest and most basic blocks that a lot of quilters love. It’s just easy to make and looks adorable when finished. I already made it several times and gifted it to my friends and family. One of my favorite variations of it is this double pinwheel quilt block. It’s clean and fun – great for a weekend project at home.
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The steps are a little bit different from the pinwheel block, as you will now be making two pinwheels – one small and one large. But do not worry! It is still as easy as the basic one. I am sure you’ll have fun making this pattern. Learn how to make it at home with this tutorial by Erica Arndt.
Easy Double Pinwheel Quilt Materials
- 2 pieces of 4 1/4″ x 15″ background (A)
- 2 pieces of 7 1/4″ square prints (B)
- 2 pieces of 4 1/4″ x 15″ rectangles in different prints (C)
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How to Make Double Pinwheel Quilt
Step 1:
Place one A rectangle and one C rectangle on top of each other right sides together. Sew on one side and press open towards fabric C. Cut into four segments of 7 1/4″ x 7 1/4″.
Step 2:
Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on the wrong side of each B squares, then cut directly on the drawn line.
Step 3:
Place one B triangle on to a square segment from step 1 right sides together. Sew 1/4″ away from the drawn line. Trim 1/4″ from the stitch line and press open. Repeat 3 more times to make 4 units. Trim each one into 6 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ squares.
Step 4:
Assemble the block just like in the photo below. Sew like a four patch. Trim into 12 1/2″ x 12 1/2″ square block.
Double Pinwheel Quilt Pattern
