Have you already mastered four-patch blocks and half-square triangles?
If so, this waterwheel quilt block pattern is for you!
This block combines four four-patch blocks, fourhalf-square triangles, and a square block.
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It might seem familiar to you because the center square and HSTs create this beautiful ninja star quilt pattern.
The four-patch blocks in the corners add an extra touch to this beloved pattern.
See the video below for the full instructions.
Take two 4 7/8 in two different colors.
Place them on top of each other and draw a diagonal line from corner to corner.
Sew 1/4 on either side of the line.
Once done, cut directly on the line.
You should have 2 half-square triangles.
Step 2:
Make the four patches.
Take two 2 1/2 squares in different colors and place them on top of each other.
Sew on one side and press open.
Repeat to make another two-unit strip.
Sew them together with different colors touching to make a four-patch.
Do the same steps for the remaining 2 1/2 square to make four four-patches.
Fill the corners with the four patch blocks.
Pay attention to the orientation of the blocks.
See the photo below for reference.
Sew them in rows first, then sew the rows together to make the block.
