Barbara M taught how to make a nine patch X block.
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Blocks can be made in various sizes. |
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An essential tool is a large square ruler. |
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The ruler is angled onto the patch to create the new block. |
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The angle of the ruler can be changed to create an alternate block. |
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It creates this effect that makes the block look very complicated. |
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Even the cut-off corners can be used to create interesting borders or added into the quilt itself as an extra row. |
REMINDER
The next meeting will be on Monday the 29th July.
Members need to bring their sewing machines or overlockers along with the cords and foot pedals, all named.
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