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fatquarters 06-14-2016 05:52 PM

granny square block
 
I have been looking for a 6" granny square block pattern. would like one that's free, i don't think it's a hard block, but can't seem to figure out the sizing to make my finished block the right size. anyone here know where to look? thanks

dunster 06-14-2016 08:12 PM

For a 6" block your patches should finish at sqrt(2), which is very hard to measure. You would be cutting them at *about* 1.9". If you don't have to have exactly a 6" block it would be easier to cut the patches at 2", and your block will be just a little over 6" finished.

DOTTYMO 06-14-2016 09:24 PM

Try here; http://www.quilterscache.com/QuiltBlocksGalore.html. They have a wide selection plus sizes.

EasyPeezy 06-14-2016 09:27 PM

Check this one.
http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.ca/2...t-holders.html

Maureen NJ 06-15-2016 03:37 AM


Originally Posted by EasyPeezy (Post 7577341)

Great potholders. Thanks for sharing.

Barb in Louisiana 06-15-2016 04:37 AM

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I went looking through my EQ7 block library and didn't find a granny square block that resembled what I think you want, so I drew it in a 6 inch block. It wasn't hard at all. This is the rotary cutting instructions for a 6 inch finished block.

I played with the printing instructions and if you were to be satisfied with a 6.5 inch finished block, all your squares could be cut at 2 inches. This would let you use jelly rolls if you want to.

ManiacQuilter2 06-15-2016 04:51 AM

Remember that the math changes when you set anything on point. You have to be somewhat flexible in the final size of the block.

bearisgray 06-15-2016 05:32 AM

If you wanted to get a fairly "exact" 6 inch finished block - you could draw out the block on graph paper -

and then make templates from your drawing.

You would only need three templates - one for the squares, one for the side triangles, and one for the corner triangles.

How I make templates:

1) Draw out the "finished" quilt block on graph paper

2) Cut the pieces apart

3) Glue (I used rubber cement) the needed pieces on template plastic, leaving about 3/4 inch between the pieces

4) Add 1/4 inch around the pieces

5) Cut out the templates

Geri B 06-15-2016 05:37 AM


Originally Posted by EasyPeezy (Post 7577341)

yes, thanks for this....I like her patterns.....

fatquarters 06-15-2016 06:39 AM

Oh thanks everyone....I know I can always get top notch advice form the people here! so helpful☺️

I am am going to make one of those Lori Holt ones for a test block...I am positive it will work! thanks so much!


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