Every once in a while I like to do a quick quilt block video tutorial. The only sound they have is some cute music and they are slightly sped up. Basically you can learn a new block in about 10 minutes. This one is no exception. We are learning how to recolor the Cups and Saucers quilt block to make it look like a flower. It’s amazing how a slight color change in a block can make a whole different look. This is the 14th block in my Fasts & Easy Quilt Blocks series. They are all fun and easy to make. In addition, they are terrific scrap busters and I love a good scrap buster! Make sure you check out my “Fast & Easy Quilt Blocks” series over on my my YouTube channel for more fun blocks.

In this video you will learn how to make 2 1/2″ half square triangles using the 2-at-a-time method and the flying geese 4-at-a-time method. These are great skills to have.

This blocks is a nice large one (12 1/2″ unfinished) block, and with the different coloration, it looks like a flower. Here’s how to make it. Measurements can be found a bit further down in this post.

Watch the Tutorial Here

About Fast & Easy Quilt Blocks Video Series

Do you like learning new quilt blocks that are easy to make and great for scrap busting? You can with my YouTube Series – Fast & Easy Quilt Blocks. Every few weeks I present a new quilt block that is great for scrap busting and is easy to put together. This is block number 14!

Need Supplies?

Tips

General quilting supplies are needed to make this block. A scant 1/4″ seam allowance is used.

What to Cut to Make One 12″ Finished Block

I have put the total number of pieces. Cut pieces from your favorite fabrics. Tip: You could sketch the block and color it in with various colors.

Pieces Needed:

• Fabric 1:
• A – 2 squares cut 5 1/4″ x 5 1/4″
• Fabric 2:
• B – 2 squares cut 5 1/4″ x 5 1/4″
• C – 4 squares cut 3 1/8″ x 3 1/8″
• Fabric 3:
• D – 1 square cut 5 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
• E – 4 squares cut 3 1/8″ x 3 1/8″
• Fabric 4:
• F – 1 square cut 5 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
• Fabric 5:
• I – 4 squares cut 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″

Block Layout

Below is the layout.

Possible Quilt Layouts and Color Ideas

It is always fun trying out different color combinations and block placements with my Electric Quilt 8 software. These are all made with the same number of blocks. Look at all of the different results.

First I went with colors similar to the version I made in the video. The second one is all about purples. Third I went with a scrappy layout. Lastly I set the blocks on point for a great look. I love how completely different the on-point one looks compared to the others.

Other Fast & Easy Quilt Blocks

Here are the blocks that I have made in this YouTube series. (Click on the photo to go to my blog post). They are all different in so many ways. Which one do you like best?

Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel. That way you will always know when I put out a new video! Happy Quilting! – Claudia