I'm working on a project and needed a bunch of quarter square triangle blocks. I decided to give my Accuquilt Go! a workout.
Start with four squares cut to at least 5.5" inches by 5.5" inches. This block has two green quarters, one background (tan with stars), and one orange quarter. Starting with four squares will yield four finished units. You could use four colors but my quilt pattern called for three colors.
Layer the squares with right sides together. I know it isn't easy to tell with that green solid. Make sure the fabric grain is going the same direction on all the pieces. This will ensure the cutter doesn't distort the fabric when it goes through the cutter.
Place the stack over the die, making sure the fabric completely covers the die blades.
Cover with the cutting mat and send it through the cutter.
Carefully slide the mat off the die. This will make sure your pieces stay neatly stacked.
Remove each stack. Each quarter will make one finished block.
I'm using the 4.5" die so that is how big my block will be.
Peel off two pieces, without shifting them, and sew from the point to the center.
Press your units towards the dark. I chose to press towards the green solid.
Nest the center seam and stitch.
Now you will have four identical units. These went much more quickly than I expected.
Tools and supplies (affiliate links):
Accuquilt Go! - This is the basic kit that I started with. The cutter, one die, and mat.
Accuquilt Ready. Set. Go! - New to Accuquilt and ready to jump into the Accuquilt Go! with both feet? This is the set for you. It includes the 8 Inch Qube and a strip cutter.
8 Inch Qube - Already have an Accuquilt Go! and just want to add to your collection of dies?
