Looking for a modern quilt pattern?
Try this hexi gems applique byMissouri Star.
Its a cute and easy pattern you’re able to make using 5 squares and 10 squares.
Image by Missouri Star via YouTube
Imagine using the same colors for each gem.
I am sure it will turn out beautifully.
And if you look closely,periwinkle shapesare formed in the center of each gem.
Its definitely an interesting pattern.
Do not be intimated by the applique method.
I bet youll buy a half-hexi ruler just for this project.
you’re able to also use the hexagon ruler to make a half hexi.
You just need to cut it in half.
Learn how to make this pattern by watching the video below.
Trim the excess heat n bond.
Cut it in half.
Place the long edge of the half-hexi on the pinked edge.
Repeat for the remaining 5 squares.
Step 2:
Get one 10 background square and two pieces of half hexi pieces.
Peel the back of each one and place them on the background square like in the photo below.
The corners should touch.
Place an iron on top and set it in place.
Stitch around the edges of the half-hexi pieces using the blanket stitch.
This will be block A. you gotta make 20 pieces of this block.
Step 3:
Take another background square and 2 pieces of half-hexi pieces.
Peel the back of each one and place them on the background square like in the photo below.
Press with an iron.
Stitch all the way around the half-hexi pieces.
This will be block B.
You need 20 pieces of this block.
Step 4:
Make 7 rows with 6 blocks each.
You need 4 pieces of block A and 2 pieces of background square for the first and last rows.
