The Double X Quilt Block

The double X quilt block is a classic favorite that is very easy for the beginner quilter. You can use only two fabrics or use your scraps to complete the quilt block.

The double X quilt block uses the half square triangles and a few basic squares.

To complete one block for a sampler quilt:

Materials:
Fat quarter fabric in two colors
(blue and white)
Backing
Batting

Step 1 - Use the rotary cutting techniques.

Cut 3 patches 2 ½” square from the white fabric.
Cut 3 patches 3 ½” square from each of the blue and white fabric.

Step 2 - Use the half square triangle method.

Place one 3 ½” square of blue fabric and one 3 ½” square of white fabric, right sides together. Draw a line on the diagonal on the lighter fabric from one corner to the opposite corner. Stitch ¼” on each side of the marked line.

Cut on the drawn line with your rotary cutter or scissors to separate the square into triangles.

Fold open the square and press the seam allowances toward the darker fabric. Using your plastic ruler, trim the square to be 2 ½”. Be sure to use the 45 degree angle on your ruler.

You will need a total of 6 half square triangles measuring 2 ½”.

Step 3 - Sew row one - half square triangle, half square triangle, white square.

Be sure to check for the correct placement of the half square triangles.

Step 4 - Sew row two - half square triangle, white square, half square triangle.

Step 5 - Sew row three - white square, half square triangle, half square triangle.

Step 6 - Sew the rows together to complete the double X quilt block.

The double X quilt block is quick and easy for all skill levels but especially got the beginner to learn the basics.

Careful planning is essential for accurate patchwork.

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