3D Hexagon Quilt Block Tutorial (+Free Pattern)

Illusion and 3D quilt blocks are my favorite kind of block, they are so fun to make, and so playful to look at. I love how the patterns seem to have a life of their own and it’s as if they’re moving at some angle, there are also a lot of great fabrics that you can use in these types of projects.

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This quilt project by Teresa DownUnder on YouTube is a must-try! This is the easiest and simplest 3D quilt block that beginners can make, and I bet they can make them perfectly on their first try. So, if you’re looking for a quilt block to show off your quilting skills, then check out the video tutorial below.

Materials for 3D Hexagon Quilt Block:

• Light print fabric
• Medium print fabric
• Dark print fabric
• Marking pen, pencil, or chalk
• Ruler
• Fabric pins
• Scissors or rotary cutter and a cutting mat
• Needle and thread
• Sewing machine
• 60° ruler or template (Click here to download the template)

How to Make a 3D Hexagon Quilt Block:

Step 1

Make 3 pairs of fabric at 2.5″ x width of the fabric or 42″, then pair medium + dark, medium + light, and dark + light. Stack the pairs with their right sides facing, pin them to the end, and stitch them along one long side.

Step 2

Press the seams nicely, then cut them at 60° to make triangles, you can use a 60° ruler or download the template instead, and make sure to print it at 100%.

Step 3

Once done, you should have a total of 42 triangles enough to make 7 blocks, then to assemble, you’ll need 2 triangles per pair of strips, and arrange them as shown in the video.

Step 4

After forming the pieces, stitch them together one at a time, press the seams as you go, and continue to piece the rest of the blocks.

*All image credit belongs to Teresa DownUnder via YouTube. Follow and subscribe to her channel for more!

3D Hexagon Quilt Block Tutorial (+Free Pattern)