Build on your basic quilting skills with this four-block sampler. You'll get tons of cutting and piecing practice as you construct four traditional blocks with half-square triangles, flying geese, economy blocks, four patches, and snowballs. Then, assemble them with sashing and cornerstones in between to create a mini-quilt that shows how much you've learned!

Difficulty: Advanced beginner. Using a rotary cutter and basic piecing knowledge are required.

Fabric for Quilt Top:
Four coordinating quilting cottons: choose a focus print (of a light to medium tone), then light, medium, and dark supporting fabrics. Stay away from directional prints.

Tools Needed:
Rotary cutter, cutting mat & ruler or fabric scissors
Pins 
Fabric pencil or other marking tool 
6-1/2" square ruler + 12-1/2" square ruler (for trimming) 
Wing Clipper tool 
Quilter's Magic Wand 
4-1/2" square ruler (optional, but helpful - for trimming)

Notions Needed:
(1) spool of thread
Quarter-inch presser foot

Material Requirements:
PrintÊFabric:1/3 yard
LightÊFabric:1/2 yard
Medium Fabric: 1/2 yard
Dark Fabric: 1/2 yard
Binding Fabric:1/3 yard
Backing Fabric:1 yard