Amanda, I love this block! You make it look so easy. Your step by step instructions are the best! Thank you for all you do! We all really appreciate it sew much! I will definitely try this block soon. 😘
what I love the best about you and your videos..you share your passion, the love of the craft. Purely and sincerely to get others hooked! Thank you for not being a spokesperson or a vehicle for some big corporation to simply make sales. You are so down to earth, very refreshing
Thank you for this video. I’ve search long and hard to figure out how to surround my diamond block with a square. I’m sold on your channel. Subscribed.
Your tutorial are so clear and easy to follow, and your voice so soothing. This traditional block looks so much better than the new chopped off corners version !
I see this vid's from 6 years ago but as a new quilter trying to master this block your tutorial with the tip to pin the center crease - new subscriber here, THANK YOU
hola amada, mi nombre es gloria Inés becerra te veo aquí en Medellín Colombia me encantan tus bloques y a pesar de que no hablo ingles te entiendo, muchas gracias por tus explicaciones.
Cathy P My pleasure! I'm so glad you like them! I am Facebook! It's a place that seems to have slipped my mind! Oops! :) Here's the link to my page if you're interested! goo.gl/elqa4l
I've just watched this again! These economy blocks, I've decided, are excellent for Tula Pink fabrics! I've never been able to cut down a section of fabric with a large focal center! I've watched large flowers like with Kaffe sliced into bits. What a waste.
I made my first quilt last year and I used this block method in :) I want to start trying out some paper piecing. I bought that spiky tool you used for marking the lines, My niece moved to a new house recently and I want to make her something for the wall - have you got any house patterns you could demonstrate, using the paper piecing method? I've seen some on pintrest so I know they are out there. Just thought it might be a project you'd like to make into a video :) :)
***** That is such a lovely gift idea! I can definitely try to whip up something sweet and charming for you. I've penciled in the video idea to come out in the first week of February. Hopefully that's okay... It just gives me the time to make the pattern, test it and get it right for you all! And in the meantime, I have two paper-piecing tutorials coming out this month that you can definitely practice on! :)
Hi Amanda, I have changed up your block but I can't seem to get the unfinished 9-1/2" square. I've sewn a 2-3/4" x 2-3/4" four patch in the middle instead of the single 5" square. Added the two 4" cut triangles to the sides of the center square. Continued on cutting two of the 5-1/2" squares and cutting on diagonal. This is where the problem ensues. Good grief. Can't get it to square up with 1/4" seam allowance. I've tried it three times now...same result. I usually don't have issues with sewing a 1/4" seam and checked their accuracy. Could you possibly give me some advice? Thanks...Diana
+Diana Foree Hi Diana! Apologies for getting back to you so late! I've just had a bit of a play around with your measurements and if you cut your last two squares at 7"x7" you should be able to achieve the 9.5" block. You may have to trim the final block back a little but I think it should be pretty close to that magic number you've been striving for!! Let me know how you go and if there's anything else I can help you with! :)
Lisa Masters Thank you! I'm so happy that you enjoy watching! :) I got my necklace when I was on holiday in Tasmania a few years ago. It's made up of genuine stones and gems, so the weight of it is quite heavy (and the price of it was a bit heavy too!!). It's also really cold when I first put it, which is never a pleasant feeling in the middle of winter! Despite that, it's one of my favourites!
Amanda, you always mention that you use a "hot, steamy iron", when I've used steam i find my block distorts a bit, am I maybe using too much steam? I've seen other people use steam, but their's don't seem to lose shape. I can't seem to figure out what I might be doing different, do have any suggestions? I do find that the seams lay smoother when I use steam, but the block just ends up distorted somehow. I just don't know, maybe I'm just not a good ironer, haha. Oh, and have you done a tutorial on making binding strips? I always seem to have the hardest time with that. I can't seem to figure out the length I'll need, I always end up with so much overage, or how to join the strips together, those too come out wonky. Cute block, I really like the pink and red one with the owls!! I'm excited for the 2 videos a week. I enjoyed that during December
pomomary Ooo, I hate it when the block distorts! There might be a few ways that you can rectify this problem... Firstly, sometimes it's possible to have your iron set TOO hot and steamy. I always set my iron between the 'wool' and 'cotton' place on the dial (similar to a mid-range type heat), with the steam set to 3 (that's about in the middle range of how much steam my iron will let out). Next, make sure you're action is 'pressing' more than actually 'ironing'. If you iron the block similar to that of clothes, it can then have the tendency to warp. However, you can still iron the bock in this type of way but just be really gentle and patient with it. And of course, the action of pressing and ironing out seams/units/blocks 'perfectly' comes with practice and figuring out over time what method comes most naturally and successfully to you. So just keep at it and the issues you're having will eventually iron themselves out! (Pun intended!) Great video suggestion! Can I let you in on a secret?? I currently have in the early stages of planning one of those Quilt-Along-With-Me type things where we make a quilt together and learn about every single step there is in making a quilt! Including how to make your own binding! A date isn't set in stone just yet as I'm going on holiday next month, but it will definitely happen soon! Thanks for the great question! And hopefully my suggestions help you out a bit!
Thanks for the suggestions! I think my iron is usually on cotton, which is the hottest setting, So I will turn it down as well as lower the steam, I think that too is up to its highest. I'll give those a go and see how I do, and practice a lighter hand of pressing. Thanks so much. OMG, a Quilt Along, that sounds awesome. I'll be tuned in for sure. Can't wait!
Amanda, I love this block! You make it look so easy. Your step by step instructions are the best! Thank you for all you do! We all really appreciate it sew much! I will definitely try this block soon. 😘
+Ruth Andres Thank you so much!! xx
Great instructional video! Love the simple blocks, and you explain the process very clearly. You make it look so easy!
You give excellent straitforward instructions. Thank you
what I love the best about you and your videos..you share your passion, the love of the craft. Purely and sincerely to get others hooked! Thank you for not being a spokesperson or a vehicle for some big corporation to simply make sales. You are so down to earth, very refreshing
Thank you so much! xx
Thank you for making this video of this block without paper piecing. You made it simple and sometimes less is better.
Thank you for this video. I’ve search long and hard to figure out how to surround my diamond block with a square. I’m sold on your channel. Subscribed.
I LOVE the pinch-mark idea! Thanks!
I've seen quite a few economy block tutorials & your is the easiest one to follow! Thank you!👍
Thank you Amanda, your explanation was very easy to understand, I am going to try much hand at this square.
I'm watching your video again. Your videos never get old. Thank you! ❤️
Your tutorial are so clear and easy to follow, and your voice so soothing. This traditional block looks so much better than the new chopped off corners version !
You made a wonderful tutorial , it is easy to learn. Thank you ❤. Your blocks are really nice.
I see this vid's from 6 years ago but as a new quilter trying to master this block your tutorial with the tip to pin the center crease - new subscriber here, THANK YOU
Such lovely clear teaching Amanda. Thank you.
Omigosh, I love this block! Thanks for sharing 👍😊
Love all your videos and your beautiful quilts. Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year to you and your family.
Yay for 2 videos a week! Nice block, I like how the piecing is a bit different!
Liz G YAY!! I'm excited too!! :D
You make it so easy looking. Thank you!
para mi es una de las mejores explica todo sencilla mente y todo se entiende Mil felicidades
+Marina Diaz I'm so glad that I could help you out! :)
I love your vids! Needed this pattern for my grand 😀
Great, clear instructions and fabulous fabric choices! A new subscriber for sure.
+Alice Veenema Thank you and welcome!! :)
Love your videos. I am so glad I found them.
pickle071709 Thank you! I'm so happy you enjoy them! :)
hi your videos are so easy to follow love watching and trying them out thankyou
Thank you so much! :)
Как раз осваиваю технику квадрата в квадрате. Это кажется ,что просто. Нужно учитывать и нюансы. Спасибо за МК.!
Thanks Amanda - it's so pretty!
Love your videos.
hola amada, mi nombre es gloria Inés becerra te veo aquí en Medellín Colombia me encantan tus bloques y a pesar de que no hablo ingles te entiendo, muchas gracias por tus explicaciones.
Thank you so much that was great.
Great video! I love the way you explain things in an easy way that everyone can understand. Thanks so much for the great videos.
Tom❄️
Tom Cranford Thank you!! It's my pleasure! I love making them for you all :)
I LOVE you and your videos :-) Cool beads!
+Denise Braybrooke Thank you!! :)
My favorite block
Tricia Dee I love this block too!! So many design possibilities! :)
Fantastic! Thank you very much! :)
Susana Baquerizo My pleasure! :)
Thanks for all of your wonderful videos! I see you are in a lot of places but not facebook! Would love to see you there too! :)
Cathy P My pleasure! I'm so glad you like them!
I am Facebook! It's a place that seems to have slipped my mind! Oops! :)
Here's the link to my page if you're interested! goo.gl/elqa4l
best video ive seen on this black exsplained very well. what do you do with just 4 in squares? i have a stack sitting around
I've just watched this again! These economy blocks, I've decided, are excellent for Tula Pink fabrics! I've never been able to cut down a section of fabric with a large focal center! I've watched large flowers like with Kaffe sliced into bits. What a waste.
Love it! Thank you
Love your videos. Could you do a video on quilt block math. I want to learn how to change a pattern to make it a smaller block or a larger block.
You're amazing.💐
I made my first quilt last year and I used this block method in :)
I want to start trying out some paper piecing. I bought that spiky tool you used for marking the lines, My niece moved to a new house recently and I want to make her something for the wall - have you got any house patterns you could demonstrate, using the paper piecing method? I've seen some on pintrest so I know they are out there. Just thought it might be a project you'd like to make into a video :) :)
***** That is such a lovely gift idea! I can definitely try to whip up something sweet and charming for you. I've penciled in the video idea to come out in the first week of February. Hopefully that's okay... It just gives me the time to make the pattern, test it and get it right for you all!
And in the meantime, I have two paper-piecing tutorials coming out this month that you can definitely practice on! :)
Exelente trabajo podrias dar medidas gracias
Qual é a medida em centímetros por favor? Desculpa eu sou Brasileira não falo o seu idioma.
♥️
Hi Amanda, I have changed up your block but I can't seem to get the unfinished 9-1/2" square. I've sewn a 2-3/4" x 2-3/4" four patch in the middle instead of the single 5" square. Added the two 4" cut triangles to the sides of the center square. Continued on cutting two of the 5-1/2" squares and cutting on diagonal. This is where the problem ensues. Good grief. Can't get it to square up with 1/4" seam allowance. I've tried it three times now...same result. I usually don't have issues with sewing a 1/4" seam and checked their accuracy. Could you possibly give me some advice? Thanks...Diana
+Diana Foree Hi Diana! Apologies for getting back to you so late!
I've just had a bit of a play around with your measurements and if you cut your last two squares at 7"x7" you should be able to achieve the 9.5" block. You may have to trim the final block back a little but I think it should be pretty close to that magic number you've been striving for!! Let me know how you go and if there's anything else I can help you with! :)
Ola, adoro seus videos . Coloca pra gente as medidas. Pode ser em polegadas, aqui no Brasil é centímetro. Beijos
Hi I love your videos! Where did you get your lovely necklace? Love the colours! 😄
Lisa Masters Thank you! I'm so happy that you enjoy watching! :)
I got my necklace when I was on holiday in Tasmania a few years ago. It's made up of genuine stones and gems, so the weight of it is quite heavy (and the price of it was a bit heavy too!!). It's also really cold when I first put it, which is never a pleasant feeling in the middle of winter! Despite that, it's one of my favourites!
Amanda, you always mention that you use a "hot, steamy iron", when I've used steam i find my block distorts a bit, am I maybe using too much steam? I've seen other people use steam, but their's don't seem to lose shape. I can't seem to figure out what I might be doing different, do have any suggestions? I do find that the seams lay smoother when I use steam, but the block just ends up distorted somehow. I just don't know, maybe I'm just not a good ironer, haha. Oh, and have you done a tutorial on making binding strips? I always seem to have the hardest time with that. I can't seem to figure out the length I'll need, I always end up with so much overage, or how to join the strips together, those too come out wonky.
Cute block, I really like the pink and red one with the owls!! I'm excited for the 2 videos a week. I enjoyed that during December
pomomary Ooo, I hate it when the block distorts! There might be a few ways that you can rectify this problem...
Firstly, sometimes it's possible to have your iron set TOO hot and steamy. I always set my iron between the 'wool' and 'cotton' place on the dial (similar to a mid-range type heat), with the steam set to 3 (that's about in the middle range of how much steam my iron will let out).
Next, make sure you're action is 'pressing' more than actually 'ironing'. If you iron the block similar to that of clothes, it can then have the tendency to warp. However, you can still iron the bock in this type of way but just be really gentle and patient with it.
And of course, the action of pressing and ironing out seams/units/blocks 'perfectly' comes with practice and figuring out over time what method comes most naturally and successfully to you. So just keep at it and the issues you're having will eventually iron themselves out! (Pun intended!)
Great video suggestion! Can I let you in on a secret?? I currently have in the early stages of planning one of those Quilt-Along-With-Me type things where we make a quilt together and learn about every single step there is in making a quilt! Including how to make your own binding! A date isn't set in stone just yet as I'm going on holiday next month, but it will definitely happen soon!
Thanks for the great question! And hopefully my suggestions help you out a bit!
Thanks for the suggestions! I think my iron is usually on cotton, which is the hottest setting, So I will turn it down as well as lower the steam, I think that too is up to its highest. I'll give those a go and see how I do, and practice a lighter hand of pressing. Thanks so much. OMG, a Quilt Along, that sounds awesome. I'll be tuned in for sure. Can't wait!
Plz write the mesure on the video. Thks a lot
si quieres enseñar pon las medidas en pantalla para las que no hablamos ingles,soy latina.
you are so sweet & cute!!!!
Love your videos.
Debra Graham Thank you very much!! :)