LOG CABIN TUTORIAL
Lesson
1 is a fun look at how you do with ¼ inch seams. Most people think they have it down… until
they do this block lesson.
Colorways: Your center square determines the overall
color tone of the block. Traditionally,
the center block of a log cabin is RED.
A light color will make the block appear predominantly light. Same with a dark color, it will look darker
overall.
Fabric
requirements:
For
one log cabin block you need:
1-
3 1/2” square
2-
2” WOF strips in each of 3 light and 3
dark colors for a total 12 strips.
Arrange your color layout
next to your machine:
Clip selvages off the
strips.
Add 2 strips of your first
colorway, turning clockwise after each addition. Snip off the tails as you go so they are even
with the edge of your work.
Note on Pressing: After each strip, the fabric will be right
sides together. Open your fabric and
“fingerpress” your seam, making sure you press each seam to the outside in the
same manner through out. The least use
of your iron until absolutely necessary will keep your block from becoming
misshapen.
Repeat in your second
colorway. At the end of these 4 strips
your block will be square again. Use
this opportunity to use a ruler and square your block at 6 ½” It doesn’t mean you whack a lot off,
usually just small shavings. (to the
right of the block in the photo)
Continue adding your rows
and turning clockwise. When you stop
your block will be 12 ½” unfinished.
At this time you will
complete your last finger press and turn the block face down on your ironing
mat. Make sure all seams are pressed
outward and very flat.
Turn your block face up
after “pressing”. Press from the top
making sure your block is as FLAT as you can get it.
Square your block to 12 ½”
. Starch .
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