QB Block-of-the-Month, March 2013 - Lucky Clover Directions & Discussion
03-01-2013, 04:23 AM
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QB Block-of-the-Month, March 2013 - Lucky Clover Directions & Discussion
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This block takes us back to practice with Y-Seams.
This is also a good block for practice working with seams pressed open.
I found that it was easier to assemble and looked better that way.
You can find instructions for one 18" version here, at the Quilter's Cache:
http://www.quilterscache.com/L/LuckyCloverBlock.html
I made mine as a 12" block and pieced it together in a different order.
The attached file includes templates (my preferred cutting method), rotary cutting instructions, and piecing diagrams for my 12" version.
For those who simply cannot bear the though of another Y-Seam, there is a brief example of assembly using squares and half-square triangles.
This block is not a good candidate for paper/foundation piecing. It wouldn't be impossible, but it would not be a practical approach.
This block takes us back to practice with Y-Seams.
This is also a good block for practice working with seams pressed open.
I found that it was easier to assemble and looked better that way.
You can find instructions for one 18" version here, at the Quilter's Cache:
http://www.quilterscache.com/L/LuckyCloverBlock.html
I made mine as a 12" block and pieced it together in a different order.
The attached file includes templates (my preferred cutting method), rotary cutting instructions, and piecing diagrams for my 12" version.
For those who simply cannot bear the though of another Y-Seam, there is a brief example of assembly using squares and half-square triangles.
This block is not a good candidate for paper/foundation piecing. It wouldn't be impossible, but it would not be a practical approach.
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03-01-2013, 04:32 AM
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To see the links for January and February blocks, click here.
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03-01-2013, 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted by dd
I'm almost tempted to do this in rows instead of quadrants. Less Y seams that way.
i promise it's worth the effort of conquering Y-seams.
the whole block lays flatter (especially if you press open) and smoother.
which reminds me ...
if you find a tutorial or video you found most helpful with Y-seams, please don't forget to share the link(s) in this thread.
i'm a bit behind schedule, so i don't have a tip sheet with photos done yet. today or tomorrow morning, i hope.
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03-01-2013, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by SewExtremeSeams
Hmmm, Y seams... have to think about it. Call me chicken
I'm not chicken toward them but not my favorite either. OOT presently so I have time to think about it. Thanks for an interesting block Patrice
03-01-2013, 12:45 PM
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This is a really pretty block Patrice. I managed to avoid the Y seam in January but I guess it's time to learn!
I found this video which I think explains it well:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08AlOM5COBU
I found this video which I think explains it well:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08AlOM5COBU
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