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Day: August 30, 2010

Block-a-Long: Block #1: Four Patch

Four Patch Sample
Four Patch Sample

Ta-DA!

Here is the first block for the Block-a-Long. Four Patch #1 is an easy pattern – just 4 pieces. You can use four different fabrics, as I did or you can two. Select and place your fabrics according to any means your heart desires.

Author JayePosted on Monday, August 30, 2010Monday, May 23, 2016Categories 2010Tags Block-a-Long, Blocks, Group project

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