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Art Square Block Part 2

Posted on December 13, 2013 | 4 comments

Last week we looked at the Art Square Block in straight settings. Now we’ll look at it set on point.

I like it set on point, as I do most traditional blocks. Here is the Art Square set with sashing and cornerstones:

I like it, but I like it a whole lot more like this:

Just the simple addition of another color and a plain block can make all the difference!

Let’s try it with the pinwheel block that I drew from the Art Square block.

Hubby likes it, but it isn’t my favorite.

I prefer the nine-patch variation (which he didn’t see when I was playing around).

It is a busy design. What if I added the plain block to it?

I like it much better!

And what if I reversed the nine-patch variation and the Art Square blocks?

I still like it!

What are your thoughts?

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Art Square Quilt Block

Posted on December 6, 2013 | 15 comments

Let’s take a look at the Art Square quilt block this week.

It is easily drawn with a 4 x 4 grid.

Here is how Art Square looks when set side by side in a straight set:

The temps are hovering around zero degrees. Perhaps that is what has influenced me to design with blue and white. You could certainly use any color scheme to suit your purposes.

I added an icy blue to the next design; otherwise the two designs are the same. Now I really do feel cold. Color makes a difference!

I created a new block by dividing the corner squares of Art Square into halves, and adding a four patch to the center square. Here is how it looks when alternated with the Art Square.

Perhaps you would prefer a pinwheel in the center of the Art Square block. It certainly gives a sense of motion.

Or maybe a nine-patch:

You could play with the proportions of the blocks. By that I mean, you do not have to simply alternate the blocks. You can use more of one than the other, and come up with all sorts of designs.

Throw in plain blocks too. They are great for creating space. The space is restful for the eye, and wonderful for showing off quilting (or adding applique if you want to dress up your design).