Square in a Square Quilt Block | Shortcut square in a square | Quilt block shortcut | HST Hack

Create a square in a square quilt using this shortcut technique. Using this technique you can make this block in half the time. Begin with the same size blocks and this sewing hack. No need to create bias cut triangles using this technique. You can also enlarge the block to your desired size. There is no limit but your imagination. It took me longer to create the video than it did to sew 20 square in a square block. The same method can be used to hack Half Square Triangle Quilt block
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[@joannsilva4715]

That looks like fun & pretty easy! I'll be trying your tip! Also, your block's look really pretty! Nice job!❤

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Yes Joann it is fun and easy. Have fun creating this block. Thanks so much for watching

[@m722magdalene]

Brilliant ❤🎉 I never saw this technique before. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing.

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Thanks Magdalene happy sewing

[@sabrinaharris6538]

That is the most Clever way I have seen for making, square in a square blocks, not to mention, the easiest way.
Thank You for sharing your time, and your talent with all of us

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks so much Sabrina

[@dkrzyston8485]

Thanks for sharing your video, Square in a Square block. Your presentation at Sew Much More today was excellent! 🐝

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

You are so welcome. I really enjoyed the sewing club today. I loved the creative energy.

[@mickigarvey7608]

Love this approach. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise. ❤🙏❤️

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

You are so welcome!

[@KindlyAthena]

Oh my goodness! You just made this look so easy for me! What size would I need to cut the squares to get 8.5" finished block size? I'm super new to this. 😅

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Hello Kindly Athena, starting out with two 6 1/2" squares yield you a 8 1/4" finished block. I hope this helps and keep trying

[@amyohl5037]

Thank you for the process. Love the fabrics

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks so much Amy the blocks go together so quickly too.

[@moore3880]

love the fabric combinations

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks so much

[@laurapower8175]

Thank you for the video! I’ve been seeing these on reels but wanted a video i could refer to.

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

awesome Laura can't wait to see what you make

[@ritalee3547]

I love your blocks

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks so much Rita

[@joanelaine4750]

can't wait to try this technique thanks

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

yes it is so easy Joan give it a try

[@ndean1687]

This technique is awesome! Thank you!

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Thanks glad you like it

[@pc1551]

Love this technique. Thank you for sharing.

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

you are welcome have fun creating

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Thank you so much

[@barbarajuliet8933]

This is so neat. I have to give it a try

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

can't wait to see your blocks

[@malvina1952]

I love your mini iron

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks Malvina, I purchased the mini iron many yrs ago at a sewing store in Minn. there are so many other options now

[@glendaroy9682]

What size square would I need to start with if I want to make a 12 1/2 inch block (including 1/4 inch seam on all outer sides of last block) with a total of three squares (square in a square in a square)? I've used this method a few times, but I've never figured out the math for a particular finished size block. Thanks in advance for your help!

[@zcmcm9771]

can't wait to try this shortcut

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

can't wait to see what you create

[@thelmavaldez3342]

Like how you made this block so easy.

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Thanks Thelma glad you like it

[@sandrafilipovic8925]

WOW!!

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

thanks so much Sandra

[@zeldasmith3535]

I like this block I have to try this thanks

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

so glad you like it, can't wait to see your blocks

[@mariansinger9003]

thank you - what is that tiny iron you are using?

[@romanmorgan1271]

thanks for the shortcut

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

you are welcome give it a try

[@marymorgan6232]

this is so cool

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

create a new block quick and easy

[@sharon3017]

Don't you loose the 1/4 inch easm at the point of each square ?

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Hi Sharon, yes unfortunately with this method you do lose that perfect 1/4" at the point

[@shellyhall8814]

How do you put together square in a square

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Shelly you could piece them with or without a sashing strip. I plan to do a video putting mine together. I have enough for a quilt

[@lindajoyce5322]

How do I get part 2 please

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Hi Linda Joyce I have to work on getting part 2 out. I have used these blocks in several other projects such as: purses, and quilt backs.

[@irina_de]

Terrible! Ragged! 😮

[@zmariedesignzmariedesign2160]

Thanks for your feedback