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jeanequilts 11-10-2010 05:58 AM

I love this tutorial! And all the comments everyone has made.
Someday I hope to make one.

quiltingmimipj 11-10-2010 08:06 AM

On the link for Quilters Cache, the template you can print out appears to be 1/2" on each corner.

quiltingmimipj 11-10-2010 08:08 AM


Originally Posted by quiltingmimipj
On the link for Quilters Cache, the template you can print out appears to be 1/2" on each corner.

It is actually 3/4" on each corner. I forgot about the seam allowance that she shows on there.

I've never made this quilt pattern.

sueisallaboutquilts 11-12-2010 06:02 PM

Yes, there is something about this pattern that seems to be making many of us excited!! It's just awesome and when I saw the first project I knew I had to get that ruler. I haven't bought a ruler in ages!! :D

Latrinka 11-12-2010 06:29 PM

Very pretty, Love the colors! Great idea for template!

featherweight 11-12-2010 07:24 PM


Originally Posted by ewecansew
Charms at walmart are very expensive compared to LQS. Only 20 in a package compared to LQS at 40-42 for about the same price.

I got a pack of 100 5" squares at WM. Paid 10.00. I think that is about as cheap as I have seen them anyplace...

happymrs 11-23-2010 05:46 AM

I played with this template last nice. Made my own template, traced it off on printable velum. Did the 1" in the one corner 3/4" in the other three. First one, first time laying it on my squares, the cross lines didn't line up. So, I walked away for a bit, to think about it. Then, the thought occurred to me, try another ruler! So, I did that, made another template, & they lined up! Now, I did try 3/4" in all four corners, & that didn't work, once I changed one corner to 1", then it all lined up. I have my pinwheels cut now & ready to stitch together, & I used 30 blocks, 5 rows of 6, then added a 3" border... Will share a pic when I get it all sewn together. Still thinking of a border too...

greencat 11-23-2010 01:15 PM

Happymrs - I'm looking forward to seeing your quilt! I don't really know the reason for the 1" in the upper right corner of the ruler, but it works!

happymrs 11-23-2010 01:30 PM

Yes, I think you need that 1" in one corner. It would line up for me without that. If anyone is having problems making their own template, think about trying it with a different ruler. That did the trick for me! When I get a pic I will post it here. I am still working on a border idea. How about anyone else who has made one of these yet? I want to try the wreath one too, in xmas fabrics. That may be my next little project!...

tutty 11-23-2010 02:28 PM

Neat idea ! Looks really good . thank you


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