Toran

 

This quilt is made with two different size triangles.

Finished Block size: 8.5'' X 8.5''

Total number of blocks required: 80

Quilt size: 64'' X 80''

Each block is assembled with rows of contrasting triangles as shown below. 

Quilt is assembled with 8 columns each containing 10 blocks. 

For large triangles, cut a strip  5 1/2''  X 40'' long.

Cross cut into 5 1/2'' X 5 1/2'' squares. Cut these squares twice diagonally to make large triangles.

For small corner triangles, cut a strip 3'' X 40'' long.

Cross cut this strip into 3'' X 3'' squares.

Cut these squares once diagonally for small triangles.

Arrange the triangles into desired layout for the block as shown above. 

Notice that each strip of triangles require 3 large triangles in the middle and two small triangles at each end.

Using 1/4'' seam allowance, stitch triangles as shown below. Finger press at each seam. 

I pressed open my seams.

Step 1

Start from the center large triangle and sew a contrasting large triangle to the right.

step 2

Sew another contrasting triangle to the opposite side of the center triangle.

step 3

Sew small triangle matching tot he center triangle on either side matching points at the straight edge of the strip. Initially I had difficulty getting the sharp, straight edges but it got better as I sewed few blocks.  

Step 4

 Make four strips of triangles for each block.

I am arranging them as I go to keep it interesting and to achieve a surprising end result.

These blocks should measure 9''X9'' to be finished at 8.5'' X 8.5''.

Questions? Just send me an email.