Help me do the math
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How do I know what size to cut fabric without a pattern? For example, how can I figure the size of a four square patch if I want to put it next to a square (like a 6 inch or something)?
I hope this makes sense. You guys have helped me so so so much as I begin this wonderful quilting journey.
I hope this makes sense. You guys have helped me so so so much as I begin this wonderful quilting journey.
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Originally Posted by CoriAmD
Since I am mathmatically challenged, I would make the 4 patch first, then cut my squares to match that size...
Cut your squares for 4-patch @ 3.5".......your alternate sq. will likely be cut in the 6.5" range.
OR
Cut your squares for 4-patch @ 4".......your alternate sq. will likely be cut in the 7.5" range.
Jan in VA
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Always start with the size you want it to finish at (after all the seams are in the quilt).
So ... for a 6" finished 4P block ....
* each of the 4Ps would be 3"x3" finished
* add on 1/4" for seams on each side
* each of the 4Ps would be 3-1/2"x3-1/2"
You can do the same for 9Ps .... and most anything else! Keep this, and you're on your way to designing your own patterns, or looking at a photo and figuring it out!
So ... for a 6" finished 4P block ....
* each of the 4Ps would be 3"x3" finished
* add on 1/4" for seams on each side
* each of the 4Ps would be 3-1/2"x3-1/2"
You can do the same for 9Ps .... and most anything else! Keep this, and you're on your way to designing your own patterns, or looking at a photo and figuring it out!
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