This houndstooth quilt block is the perfect pattern for beginners or those looking for an easy sewing project.
This fun pattern is also known as hounds tooth check, dogstooth, puppytooth, and border tartan.
The steps are very easy to understand, which makes it a great weekend project.
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If you are looking for your next quilt pattern, this houndstooth quilt is a great choice.
Learn how to make one block withMissouri Stars tutorial below.
Take one colored strip and one background strip, and sew them together with a 1/4 seam allowance.
Place them on top of each other, right sides together with the opposite colors touching.
Sew on the sides with a 1/4 seam allowance.
Step 2:
Lay the 45-degree line on your ruler on the seam line, then cut.
Slide the ruler to the opposite seam line and cut.
Repeat for the whole strip set.
Open each one and press them flat.
Step 3:
Lay out the block.
Arrange the four pieces together like a four-patch block.
See the photo below for reference.
Sew them together with a 1/4 seam allowance.
Press the seams open and flatten each block.
Repeat the steps for the remaining strips and squares.
