A Scrap Bustin' Quilt Block

I have been finishing up my Modify Tradition Quilt Blocks . I reached the point where I only had

  small scraps left.

I needed 1 last block. So here is what I came up with.

It turned out to be a great way to use up the tiny scraps.

You can use 3"x3" sqaures or a triangle template that is half  of the square.

If you want to try it.....

You will need to cut  3.5  3"x3" squares or 7 triangles ,of  7 different fabrics for 12 1/2 " block

8 fabrics will give you a 14" block

 

  

Once you have all your little triangles cut ,Lay them out in rows

You will need to cut 1 of the triangles in half of each color to even up the rows.

Like in the photo.

After you have them all laid out. Sew two colors together to make a strip.

I used a scant seam. And a NEW needle to keep the small piece sewing clean.

After each seam is sewn finger or roller press before sewing the next seam.

This will keep it flat. Below shows a strip in progress.

After each strip is sewn , attach to the last finished strip until you have your block.

 

  

Square it up..and your done.

I think this would make a great pillow????

If you want it bigger ...cut bigger triangles and choose more fabrics.

I have 16 finished blocks....Now what??

I am having a bugger of a time finding a sashing color.

12 of the blocks are from the Modify Tradition quilt-along.

And 4 are my own on the fly blocks.

I can say I have used up every last thread of this "Mezzanine" Fabric.

Speaking of FABRIC. I will announce the GIVEAWAY on Saturday!!!

Stay tuned......

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