Please help! Searching for a Log cabin block
11-06-2012, 12:04 PM
#25
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I do not know that pattern, but I noticed a few things about the construction.
1. Those blocks have a sashing. One row's thickness with a single square at the corners.
2. The first round after the center block looks like a standard chimneys and cornerstones pattern.
3. I did find this tutorial, which is similar but not quite the same in proportions. It's called "converging corners":
http://www.filminthefridge.com/2012/...ck-a-tutorial/
4. I don't think you can chain stitch these blocks like you would normally do a log cabin pattern. Looks like each one is individually made because of the precise measurements of the sides. Notice how the dark colors step by the same amount in each successive round? Looks like increments equal to the width of each round. Tedious!
It is a beautiful effect, though, like a log cabin Irish chain. Hope you find more help!
ETA: Just read some of the other posts and realized I've reiterated some. Oh well, at least I can feel like the link added a little value
1. Those blocks have a sashing. One row's thickness with a single square at the corners.
2. The first round after the center block looks like a standard chimneys and cornerstones pattern.
3. I did find this tutorial, which is similar but not quite the same in proportions. It's called "converging corners":
http://www.filminthefridge.com/2012/...ck-a-tutorial/
4. I don't think you can chain stitch these blocks like you would normally do a log cabin pattern. Looks like each one is individually made because of the precise measurements of the sides. Notice how the dark colors step by the same amount in each successive round? Looks like increments equal to the width of each round. Tedious!
It is a beautiful effect, though, like a log cabin Irish chain. Hope you find more help!
ETA: Just read some of the other posts and realized I've reiterated some. Oh well, at least I can feel like the link added a little value
Last edited by x7lillies; 11-06-2012 at 12:08 PM.
11-07-2012, 04:50 AM
#27
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This looks very easy to follow from the photo - I never use formal patterns. If I see a photo of a quilt that I like, I just copy it! Once you have your blocks done, lay them out on your design wall (or floor in my case) and play around with them until you get the diagonals the way that's most pleasing to you.
11-07-2012, 10:46 AM
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Location: Southern WV
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Wow MTS and dunster, those are great illustrations. I think I can even follow them, but if not, know I can ask for help. MTS, do you use graph paper? And dunster, you said you use EQ - is that hard to learn - and is it primarily to create patterns, and has it been useful to you? I know hubby will be wanting some ideas from me for Christmas gifts, and ...maybe???
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