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Shadded 4 Patch



Shaded 4-Patch

The Shaded 4-Patch block is also known as Birds in the Air, Hidden Square, and Mary's Triangles. This block is a basic unit that is used in many quilt patterns and can add lots of interest to your quilt designs. No need to cut triangles! No need to piece triangles! The Shaded 4-Patch can be easily made oversized using strip piecing methods, and then trimmed down using the Tucker Trimmer. Finished Size: 40" x 40"
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
The Tucker Trimmer I Tool is required for this pattern. This tool is available at Aunt Mary's Quilting.

Supply List
► The Tucker Trimmer I is required for this class. The tool is available at Aunt Mary's Quilting.
► Fabric:

Light background fabric (avoid directional fabric): 1 1/4 yards
Medium fabric: 3/4 yard
Dark Fabric: 7/8 yard

To optimize learning and sewing time, you will need to pre-cut:

- From the light background fabric:
- Cut 4 strips 4" x 12"
- Cut 4 strips 4" x 16"
- Cut 6 strips 3 3/4 x WOF
- Cut 4 squares 5" x 5"
- From the medium fabric:
- Cut 3 strips 2 3/4 x WOF
- Cut 2 strips 6" x WOF
-Subcut into 16 rectangles 5" x 6"
- From the dark fabric:
- Cut 3 strips 2 3/4 x WOF
- Cut 2 strips 6" x WOF
- Subcut into 16 rectangles 5" x 6"
- Cut 4 squares 5" x 5"

Bring whatever extra fabric you have, just in case of mis-cuts

► Piecing thread that contrasts with your fabrics on the back
► Rotary cutter with fresh blade
► Cutting mat
► Marking pencil or Pigma Pen that draws a fine line and also contrasts with your fabrics
► 6" x 12" ruler or larger with a 45 degree angle line across the ruler
► Sewing machine, clean and oiled, with new needle; 1/4" foot; open toe or clear foot
► Basic sewing supplies: fabric scissors, pins, seam ripper, etc.
► Pencil and pad for notes



Optional
► Small iron and pressing surface

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at Kathie@KathieBeltz.com

Shadded 4 Patch

Cost:
$ 35.00