The Squared Hexagon Block
These make really nice pot holders, table runners, a quilt block or just something nice for the wall
I used 1/12 inch hexagon papers, any size works.
You will need:
Method A: 20 x hexagons (Cut 3 hexagons in half to make 6 half hexagons)
Method B: 17 hexagons, 6 half hexagons
Take 6 hexagons, using a ruler mark them as pictured
Cut on the line and you will have 6 stubby hexagons and 6 paper bits. You won't need the bits.
Take 4 of the half hexagons and mark them as pictured above
Cut, save the large bits, toss the little ends.
You will now have all the pieces. Start planning your project, Make your center hexi flower and add the sides.
Ta-Da!
To make a sweet pot holder:
You will need:
The finished squared hex block
Backing measuring 12"x12",
Batting measuring 10 1/4" x 10 1/4"
Thread matching the backing
Iron
Sewing machine
The binding is included in the backing.
Remove papers, iron the edges inward.
Lay your backing wrong side up, batting in the center and squared hexi block on top. make sure you have 3/4" of backing all the way around the block.
Pin and quilt how you like. I stitch in the ditch around the flower and the center hexi.
Fold the backing so the edges touches the edge of the hexi block.
Fold the binding over the hexi block and pin or clip. I find its easier to do this one edge at a time so the finished piece sits nice and flat.
Sew close to the edge. Repeat for the other three sides
Finished :D
