Double Square In A Square Quilt Block

A square in a square block is basically a square set on point so all the tips that apply to setting a quilt or block on point also apply to a square in a square block.

Double square in a square quilt block.

The square in square requires 1 large square and 4 small squares to be cut. Cutting calculations for a square in a square quilt block. If you re new to quilting one of the basic quilt blocks that beginners should learn is the square in a square block pattern. Cut off the excess outside fabric and open up the squares to reveal the finished block plus seam allowance of 1 4 inch all around.

Stitch a diagonal line across each smaller square sewing across each corner of the larger square. For example our finished block size is going to be 4 inches so we simply add to that which equals 4. Cut four corner patch fabrics equal to the finished size of the block divided by 2 and add 1 2 for seam allowances. Pin one smaller square on each corner of a larger square with the right sides together.

I tend to think of this as a traditional method but there are several others that can wear that hat as you will see. To determine the size of the large square decide on your finished block size and add. Triangles on the square.