Alternating Pattern Sizes
04-04-2007, 05:42 AM
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I would like to make this 8 inch block into a 12 inch block. Can anyone help me with how to enlarge this pattern. It's from
http://www.quilterscache.com/S/SickleVariationBlock.html
I could increase it by 25% but wouldn't that would also include increasing the seam by 25%.
I've think I figured part of it out. The 2 1/2 x 10 changes to 3 1/2 x 14
The 1 1/2 x 12 changes to 2 x 16
Am I right?
But how do I change a 4 7/8 square? Would it become a 6 7/8 sq?
http://www.quilterscache.com/S/SickleVariationBlock.html
I could increase it by 25% but wouldn't that would also include increasing the seam by 25%.
I've think I figured part of it out. The 2 1/2 x 10 changes to 3 1/2 x 14
The 1 1/2 x 12 changes to 2 x 16
Am I right?
But how do I change a 4 7/8 square? Would it become a 6 7/8 sq?
04-04-2007, 06:09 AM
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i can't do it for a few hours yet. i took some so-called non-drowsy cold medicine. got me so stoned somebody else had to drive me home.
as soon as i sober up, i'll check it out.
whooohooo!!!!
:mrgreen: :shock:
as soon as i sober up, i'll check it out.
whooohooo!!!!
:mrgreen: :shock:
04-04-2007, 06:09 AM
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Debbie, that block is so pretty! Each of the sections (4-patch and half-triangle) work out to be 4" squares. You want them to be 6" squares, to add together to make a 12" block. Make your squares 6 and a half inches, to include the quarter-inch seams ... :wink:
04-04-2007, 07:06 AM
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Debbie,
You're right about the seams. I just spent time reducing a block. Subtract the seam allowance first. Adjust the size of the finished piece and then add the seam allowance back in.
I would guess the HST would be cut at 6 7/8". The squares at 3 1/2". The four patch squares at 2".
No guarantees. I've only had a half cup of coffee and it's only 8AM here. :lol:
You're right about the seams. I just spent time reducing a block. Subtract the seam allowance first. Adjust the size of the finished piece and then add the seam allowance back in.
I would guess the HST would be cut at 6 7/8". The squares at 3 1/2". The four patch squares at 2".
No guarantees. I've only had a half cup of coffee and it's only 8AM here. :lol:
04-04-2007, 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Yvonne
Debbie,
You're right about the seams. I just spent time reducing a block. Subtract the seam allowance first. Adjust the size of the finished piece and then add the seam allowance back in.
I would guess the HST would be cut at 6 7/8". The squares at 3 1/2". The four patch squares at 2".
No guarantees. I've only had a half cup of coffee and it's only 8AM here. :lol:
You're right about the seams. I just spent time reducing a block. Subtract the seam allowance first. Adjust the size of the finished piece and then add the seam allowance back in.
I would guess the HST would be cut at 6 7/8". The squares at 3 1/2". The four patch squares at 2".
No guarantees. I've only had a half cup of coffee and it's only 8AM here. :lol:
04-04-2007, 10:33 AM
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Do a test run first! Don't cut into your good fabric until you're sure!
Don't ask how I know this! :shock: oops!
Patrice, you may as well go sleep it off! You'll feel better in the long run!
Take care now! Listen to Debbie!
Don't ask how I know this! :shock: oops!
Patrice, you may as well go sleep it off! You'll feel better in the long run!
Take care now! Listen to Debbie!
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