Learn how to make this Squares Within Squares quilt using precuts. This is a great pattern for beginners; all straight line sewing and very forgiving. It also works well as a group quilting project. You’ll find the supply list below along with links to the other Squares Within Squares handouts including the GROUP QUILT CHECKLIST.
LINKS:
Squares Within Squares Sewing Directions
Squares Within Squares Backline Master
Squares Within Squares Sewing in Rows
SUPPLY LIST:
You will need 42 blocks for this quilt. Each block requires 1- 5″ square and 1 – 10″ square. If buying yardage, you’ll need 1/4 yard each of 14 different fabrics. (You’ll have extra fabric but all your blocks will be different.)
Fabric/Batting: (100% cotton works best!)
- 1 package of 5″ charm squares (42 squares)
- 1 package of 10″ charm squares (42 squares) OR 1 package of jellyrolls* (2 1/2″ strips)
- 1 3/4 yard of 108″ wide cotton backing for back of quilt
- 1 3/4 yard of batting
Cutting Tools:
- fabric scissors/square template OR
- rotary cutter, acrylic ruler and self healing mat
Notions:
- neutral color of thread
- pins
- 8 yards of double fold binding/or use extra backing fabric to make binding
* Quilt will be 51″ by 59 1/2″
Rise Revis Memorial Quilt (by THREADHEADS)
Square within a Square Quilt Top
