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Trying to figure this out.......

I've been wanting to use some plaid fabric in an easy scrappy pattern that uses more than one size block. I came across this quilt today and finally saw that there are 6 pieces in a block. I don't need to know the sizes within the block because I'll wing it, but is this a 12" finished block?......I know it doesn't really matter what size it is as I can make it any size I want, but..........what do you think?

It's really busy, but I think using more white plaids or TOTs will break it up.

Comments (15)

  • 8 years ago

    I think maybe 9". That' a lot of plaid. I don't think I have any plaids in my stash. Do you think they are homespuns?

    Theresa

  • 8 years ago

    I agree with 9” but all we can do is guess.

    I bet I don’t have 3 plaids in all of my stash. And almost as few polka dots.

  • 8 years ago

    This may be a bit simplistic from the POV of someone who doesn't quilt, but is there any reason you can't just measure one of the completed squares?

  • 8 years ago

    Colleen, I think Sharon only has the picture. :)

    Given the fact that it's hanging on a curtain rod and doesn't look very big, I'd guess 9", too. Maybe even 6".

    My mom made lots of quilts that look very similar to it. :)

    Donna

  • 8 years ago

    I’m guessing 9” as well. I agree on using some lighter colors and TOT to lighten it up a bit.

  • 8 years ago

    Thank you, Fran, but I've made the Wickedly Easy a few times and this one is different from what I've made before so naturally have to try it. lol

    Yes, I only have a picture and didn't pick up on what all of you did.......I agree, it must be a 9 inch finished block which will help to use up the smaller pieces of fabric, too. It does look like some of the fabric is homespun (maybe it's all plaid flannel?) and I have a bit so will incorporate it into the plaid fabric I have from shirts. I think my first order of business will be to haul out the container of plaids, de-bone more shirts if need be and then cut pieces that will eventually fit into a 9 1/2" square. They mostly look to be 3 1/2 square and 3 1/2 x 6 1/2.......some 3 1/2 x 4 1/2.

    Thank you everyone.....you've been very helpful. I love the plaid quilt I made for my DD and SIL for their cabin but didn't want to make another one like it.

  • 8 years ago

    Pretty quilt, Sharon!

    Fran, the blocks are three rows of two rectangles each, alternating vertical & horizontal like a rail fence. The rectangles appear to be random in size, so it would be great for using up strips.

    Donna

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  • 8 years ago

    I wondered if the quilt could have been made out of shirts. I've been saving my DHs for a quilt some day, but he wears his clothes forever, so I haven't gotten very far. However, I'm in no hurry to make it anyway, just being frugal for now by saving what he discards.

  • 8 years ago

    Found the pattern! It's called 'Hopscotch' by The Quilt Patch Pattern Company.

    Doesn't say what size the block is in the description, but I asked on their FB page, and will let you know if/when they respond.

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  • 8 years ago

    I think you have it, Larri! Thank you! I've found a few in different colors to get an idea.....one is even a baby quilt. I'm going with the 6 pieces in a block and making the block 9 1/2" unfinished as that is what I see in looking at this pattern and also in the quilt I posted at the top. I have finally gotten the plaids out and will be playing with them over the week-end. I'll have to add it to my June goals. lol thanks again, Larri.

  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    Just to quell my own curiosity, I did a little more sleuthing. The Quilt Patch closed. Their blog is still available here: https://quiltpatch.blogspot.com

    I couldn't find the instructions; however, I did find a snap of the back page of the pattern that might be helpful.

    Sorry it's a bit grainy. Baby: 32 x 46; Lap 56 x 65; Queen 100 x 100

    Fabric Requirements: Baby - 7 FQ; Lap - 15 FQ; Queen 50 FQ

    Hope this helps. Can't wait to see what you create, Sharon!

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  • 8 years ago

    Sharon, I agree it is a bit busy, but adding more neutral would fix that.

  • 8 years ago

    I’m seeing the block now looking at for the second time. You could probably use jelly roll strips and end up with a six inch block.

  • 8 years ago

    Larri, The most recent thing I've found is Quilt Patch Groupies on Facebook and read there that the Quilt Patch Patterns can now be bought through the Sugar Pine Company which is in Canada. But for this one, I don't think I'll need the pattern. It looks to be pretty straight forward so we'll see where this takes me. My quilt sizes usually vary from the pattern and that's mostly because I get bored with it but I aim between the baby and lap size measurements. Thank you for all your digging. :-)