Week 2 of our quilt-along is here, and we're finally getting to the fun part: sewing!
For the quilt, you will be making a total of 16 blocks. Each week for the next four weeks, we will be making four blocks. If you decide to expand your quilt by adding extra blocks, you can decide how many blocks you would like to complete each week.
Once you have created your blocks, take a few photos and share them on your Instagram feed using the hashtags #RosaliaQAL and #RosaliaQALweek2.
First things first: a small correction.
Pattern Correction
There's an error on the instructions on the Rosalia Pattern. On page 4, under the How To Make a Block Section, the last numbers on the list should read (4) 4 ½” x 4 ½” squares (B).
This error has been corrected on the pattern, and a new version is now available on the website. Thanks to all of you who have pointed this out. I really appreciate your feedback!
Let's begin! Each Rosalia Quilt Block requires (8) half-square triangles (HSTs), and (8)quarter-square triangles (QSTs). That's it!
You will be making four 4-at-a-time HSTs twice for each block. This method creates HSTs on the bias, so it is important to starch your fabrics before you begin. Handle your HSTs with care to avoid distorting or stretching the fabric.
Here are my favorite tools for cutting and trimming HSTs and QSTs:
Use your regular ruler and washi tape. Line up the edge of your triangle with the 45 degree line. Use the tape to mark the lines where your block should be.
The Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmers by new Leaf Stitches. This is my go-to tool for quick and accurate trimming.
How to trim HSTs
After pressing your seams, lay your HST right-side-up on your cutting mat.
Use the 45-degree line on your ruler to make sure that the diagonal seam is 45 degrees.
Find your desired measurement, in this case the 4” marking. Trim the right-hand side and top along the edges of your ruler.
Rotate the HST so the newly cut edges are on the left side and bottom of your ruler.
Once again, line up the 45-degree line on your ruler or cutting mat with the diagonal seam. Trim the right side and top.
How to trim QSTs
After pressing your seams, lay your QST right-side-up on your cutting mat.
Place your block so the triangle with the background fabric is on the right side of the square.
Line up the 45-degree angle on your ruler with the top-right corner of the block.
Place your ruler so the bottom-right corner of the block is at the 4” mark. Be sure that the seam intersection is exactly in the center,2”in from each side.
Trim the excess fabric on right-hand side and top along the edges of your ruler.
Rotate the QST so the newly cut edges are on the other left side and bottom of your ruler.
As before, line up your ruler’s 45-degree angle with the top-right corner of the QST. The bottom-right corner of the QST should be at the 4” mark.
One more quick tip: when assembling your block, make sure the triangles with the background fabric are placed at the edge of the block.
