The April directions for the Laurel Ridge BOM came out a few days early. This month, we'll be making the Checkerboard Block. I was a little nervous to make this block since it looks complicated. After making 4 blocks, I found out it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. These blocks finish at 5" square.
I started out by cutting everything first. (I don't always do that!) The squares are made by sewing long strips together and then cutting down. The triangles are added to the start of each row as well as the other side of the 4th row square. After sewing the 4 rows together, I trim the ears off the triangles. I sew on the floral triangle and my block is complete! Not as bad as I was thinking! I have to make a total of 32 blocks this month.
It does look complicated, Rosemary--but nice to find out it wasn't as hard as you thought--that is always a bonus...hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteSuch a relief! Definitely a bonus!!
DeleteThose blocks are stunning! And yes, they look very complicated. You are ahead on your monthly projects. I wonder what you'll get up to next?
ReplyDeleteI finished my 32 blocks this morning. I'm trying to decide what to do next! Haha!!
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