Churn Dash Cross: Free Quilt Block Pattern
The Churn Dash Cross block appeared during the recent Churn Dash Remix here on Stash Bandit. It’s an ordinary Churn Dash but it has been recolored to emphasize different parts of the design.
Here are instructions to make the block which finishes at 9″.
Cutting for 9″ finished block
Dark Blue #1 and Hot Pink #1
from each:
2 squares (A) 4″ x 4″
Dark Blue #2 (forms the cross)
1 rectangle (B) 3-1/2″ x 6-1/2″
2 rectangles (C) 2″ x 3-1/2″
Hot Pink #2
4 rectangles (C) 2″ x 3-1/2″
Sewing
On the back of the hot pink squares, draw a diagonal line from corner to corner. Layer each hot pink square right sides together with a dark blue #1 square.
Sew 1/4″ out from both sides of the line. Cut on the marked line. Each pair of squares will yield 2 half-square triangles for a total of 4 half-square triangles. Trim each one to 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″.
Arrange the patches as shown below.
Join the patches in rows as shown.
Sew the rows together. The block should be 9-1/2″ x 9-1/2″ including seam allowances.
I created a couple of layouts for the blocks. With no sashing and a 2″ border, this version comes out to 49″ x 58″.
If you’d prefer 1″ sashing and red cornerstones, you’ll get a quilt measuring 53″ x 63″. Either one would make a great scrap quilt.
All of the blocks in one color don’t have to contain the same fabrics. If you choose fabrics with a similar value (lightness or darkness) in the same color, your quilt will work.
~Diane~
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Maureen R
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I have loved watching your experiments with the churn dash block! Thank you for sharing this variation.
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Jean
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OOOOHHH……..love this! Thanks for the instructions!
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Sandi Griepenstroh
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First off, I love this block! Thanks! Secondly, I have EQ8 but no clue how to utilize it. I had EQ5 and never really learned how to use it. Would you ever consider doing a class for me on how to use EQ8? I know there are lots of tutorials, but I learn so much better from an actual person that I can ask questions and interact with! I have a friend, Cindy that I know would love to take a class also. I’d be happy to come to your home to do it. Or…and even better…if you know of any others that would like to take a class, I’m sure we could have it at my mom’s quilt shop. Shoot me an email or give me a call, and we’ll talk!
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Diane Harris
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I’d be happy to teach a class on EQ8. Its very user friendly and you’ll catch on quickly! Let’s talk soon.