NEW Quilt Block Series with Johanna Masko - Block 3: Farmer's Friend (Tuesday July 22nd 6-9pm)

Quilt Block series: FARMER’S FRIEND with Johanna Masko

The Farmer’s Friend block is a great design to learn TWO time-saving construction techniques!  We will create Half Square Triangle units (a VERY common element in quilt blocks) as well as use “strip-piecing” to really move your projects forward quickly. Get comfortable with these foundational quilting skills while making this striking beginner-friendly quilt block.

Measurements are given for a 12” finished block PLUS a bonus 6” mini version.

We will practice the following skills in this block:

• How to measure, cut, and stitch Half Square Triangle units (HSTs)
• The why and how of “strip-piecing”
• Fun alternate block layouts that use identical units
• Best techniques for using a rotary cutter, ruler and mat
• The importance of “alignment” and effective pinning
• Working with a 1/4” seam allowance
• Proper pressing technique

Supplies:

0.25m (or Fat Quarter) of a “light” colour, 100% cotton quilting fabric

0.25m (or Fat Quarter) of a “medium” colour, 100% cotton quilting fabric

0.25m (or Fat Quarter) of a “dark” colour, 100% cotton quilting fabric

All purpose thread for sewing machine (Gütermann, Mettler or Coats)

45mm rotary cutter and cutting mat

Gridded acrylic ruler- 6 x 12” or a square ruler 9.5” or larger

Scissors

Pins

Sewing machine, iron and ironing surface