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Four Patch Quilt Block

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Four Patch
Four Patch Block

In making the Four Patch quilt block, you'll learn to work with squares. You'll also learn to match quilting seams. Don't let that scare you. It's easy to do.

You see, in quilting, we press our seam allowances to one side. This creates a stronger seam. All you have to do is butt the folds of the seams together. It works every time. I love this technique. For more help, visit my pinning page.


What You Need

Seam allowance included in measurement of the cut fabric.


Step 1

Arrange strips like this:

Arrange Strips

Step 2

Wrong sides of Fabric


Flip dark strip onto light strip. Right sides together. Edges even. Stitch using a scant ¼" seam allowance.

 Flip Light Strip on Dark Strip


Step 3

Press seam toward dark strip.

Press Seam Toward Dark Strip
Step 4

Place sewn strips on cutting mat. Rotary cut in half.

Cut Strips in Half

Each unit should measure 3 ½" x 6 ½".


Step 5

Arrange units like this:

Arrange Four Patch Units

Step 6

Flip Row 1 onto Row 2. Right sides together. Edges even. Pin the center seams so the folds meet. Stitch.

Pin Seams so Folds Meet


Step 7

Press seam up.

Pin Seams Together



Four Patch quilt block should measure 6 ½" x 6 ½" .


Wasn't that easy to sew? You're doing a great job.

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