November 05, 2002 
November, 2002
BLOCK 11, Crossed Paths
Block 11 in the Sampler #101 quilt is another simple block that looks fantastic when set with a sashing or used in combination with other blocks (samples shown at the bottom of the page).
Block 11 is constructed using four of the six fabrics: Fabrics A, C, D, and F.
It is important to sew with a scant 1/4" (just short of 1/4") seam allowance so that your unfinished block measures 12.5" x 12.5", however, it is even more important to be consistent in your seams. So, be sure to sew this block with the same seam allowance that you used in the construction of Blocks 1 through 10.
| Cutting Requirements | ||
| Quantity | Fabric | Size |
| 4 Squares | A | 1.5" x 1.5" |
| 5 Squares | C | 1.5" x 1.5" |
| 4 Squares | D | 5" x 5" |
| 1 Strip | F | 1.5" x width of fabric |
| 1 Strip | C | 1.5" x width of fabric |
INSTRUCTIONS
This block is constructed using three blocks. And notice that there are not any half-square triangles!
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First Block - A Plain Block: Simply cut the 4 squares from Fabric D, 5" x 5" and set them aside.
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Second Block - Simple Nine-Patch: Using the 9 1.5" squares, assemble as shown below:
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Press this block flat. It should measure 3.5" square.
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Third Block - Stripped Block: Cut the 1.5" Fabric F strip into two equal segments, approximately 21" long.
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Assemble the strips as shown:
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Cut the strip into 5" segments. You should have enough to cut all 4 segments. Each segment should measure 3.5" x 5".
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Assemble the first row of the entire block as illustrated below, being careful to position the stripped pieces as shown:
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Assemble the second row of the entire block as illustrated below:
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Assemble the third row of the entire block just as you did the first row in step 7.
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Assemble the three rows as shown below:
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Press the finished block flat. It should measure 12.5" x 12.5" and look similar to this:
The quilt below is a simple layout with a sashing using only Block 11. It reminds me of a plaid quilt!
The quilt below is a simple layout on-point using only Block 11.
The quilt below is a sample of using Block 11 in combination with Block 6. This is a very striking quilt!
The quilt below is a sample of using Block 11 with Block 7. Notice the diamond pattern formed?
Congratulations on completing Block 11. We're getting close to finishing our Sampler Quilt with only one more block to go! Be sure to sign up for the class beginning in January to quilt this!
Here is the Sampler so far:
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