The fabrics don’t have to be all the same.
For example, I used different light fabrics with kiddie patterns on them
for the contrasting fabric.
In my version, Fabric A was all the same (but it doesn’t have to be that way).
My pop out
fabric had cute monster faces on it.
BUYING FABRIC
You may find fat quarters
at your fabric store.
These are quarter yard units.
You can also find a fabric you like and buy ¼ yard.
I am not sure how much you need for this sized quilt.
I would get ½ yard of Fabric A, and quarter yards
for the contrast and pop out fabrics.
If you want to use one of the fabrics for the binding,
buy an extra ¼ yard of material.
I used Fabric A.
ONE OPTION:
Fabric A - ¾ yards (squares and binding)
4 to 6 contrasting fabrics - ¼ yard each (or a fat quarter each)
1 pop out fabric
- ¼ yard or one fat quarter
Backing (if you want to get it now)
- 1 yard of flannel - colorful baby pattern
(doesn’t have to match the front).
GETTING READY
No need to wash and iron all fabric before cutting.
Cut all of the squares. Each square is 4.5 x 4.5 inches.
You will need: 12 of fabric A, 12 of contrasts, 1 pop out
Arrange them in a pattern that you like.
SEWING THEM TOGETHER
Seam length is ¼ inches. The edge of the sewing foot is usually ¼ inch. Sew each row first. For example, sew the top row. Sew 1 to 2. Then 2 to 3, then 3 to 4, and 4 to 5. Press the seams together toward the darker fabric - or Fabric A (not open, like when sewing clothes).
When all of the rows are ready, sew row 1 to row 2, and be sure the pressed seams do not overlap. In other words, the seams face opposite directions so you don’t have a big bump. Pin the rows together at the seams to be sure that they match and that the edges of the seams stay in opposite directions.
Press the seams either up or down (again keep them together). Then add row 3, etc.
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