November 10, 2001
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This
is a very simple block that can be appliquéd in
a short period of time, using your favorite
method of appliqué, and using scrap pieces of
fabric for the appliqué pieces. For help in appliqué, refer to Appliqué Tips and also Freezer Paper Appliqué. |
Instructions!
- From the background fabric, cut an 11" square.
- Print off the apple pattern sheet located here.
- Using scraps of red, brown, and green, cut 1 apple, 2 leaves, and 1 stem. Be sure to add 1/4" seam allowance, if the method of appliquéing you use requires it.
- Lightly press your 11" background square in half, on the diagonal. Do this in both directions. When finished, it should look like you pressed it in an "X" pattern.
- Depending on which setting you're making, lay out the pattern pieces on the block. If you're making a regular set, then lay it out on the square, using the "X" to center it. If you're using the on-point setting, you can center it whichever direction you prefer. Before appliquéing it down, I'd recommend laying out the A, B, and C blocks, then placing the apple block in the position it's going to go in, and determine from there how best to center it on the block. Refer to the quilt pictures below these directions for an idea of how the on-point setting and the regular setting both look, at this point.
- First, appliqué the stem into place.
- Second, appliqué the apple into place, making sure to cover the bottom of the stem (which had a dashed line on it for the position of the apple).
- Third, appliqué one leaf on the right, making sure that the point of the leaf is barely touching the stem.
- Fourth, appliqué the remaining leaf on the left, making sure that the point of the leaf is barely touching the stem.
- Press the entire block flat.
- Using the "X" as the center, trim the block to 10.5".
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I have two requests: 1) Since this is a free pattern, in lieu of payment, please send me a picture of a completed quilt or block when you finish, and 2) Please be sure to read my copyright notice before proceeding. I have strict (though very easy and reasonable) guidelines that users must adhere to. Thank you!
Should you run into any problems in making this quilt, or if something in the directions is incorrect, please contact me! It would be greatly appreciated!
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