Make 4-patch Quilt Blocks with the Two at a Time method

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

⏲ Chapters ⏲ 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Prepping fabric squares 00:55 - Sew the two squares together, cut into two rectangles & press open 04:05 - Sew units together, cut into two rectangles 07:36 - Press open and swirl centre seam allowances (see description for link to a full demo on this technique)

[@lanellehatcher561]

I dont know why but swirling those center seams is sooooooo satisfying! Also on pinwheels......

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

@@lanellehatcher561 you're right, it's so satisfying!

[@wilycat5290]

Thank you for the video 😊

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching :-)

[@christinehunter1952]

Well described....you're very easy to follow.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you so much Christine. Glad you found it easy to follow!

[@lorraineknox7695]

Great demo. Good to see how to use the Clapper in patchwork as I only use it in dressmaking. So nice to see and hear you again. Fond memories of watching you on Sewing Quarter

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Hi Lorraine! I love using my clapper in P&Q. It really helps take the heat out of the blocks and sets them nice and flat. Especially great when doing FPP as blocks can get rather bulky sometimes. I normally leave the clapper in place a little longer than I have done in the videos though. I figured if I left it as long as I would do normally it would be the patchwork version of watching pain dry!

[@grandmajane2593]

It's nice to see a demonstration of precision work.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thanks so much for watching. I am glad you like my style of teaching :-)

[@grandmajane2593]

@@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck - That's the only way to do it. Show others the correct and neat way to do things.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

@@grandmajane2593 for me, I like to help people to be in with the best chance possible of getting the end result they are looking for!

[@zareenamashood8631]

That's an easy method ,well demonstrated and i am really waiting to try this method out. Thanks for sharing.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

do give it a go and let me know how you get on :-)

[@mary-jofoster7059]

Nifty method and a nice bonus in how to spin seams. Thanks so much.😃

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Spinning seams is such a small thing that can make quote a big difference. Maybe I'll do a video just on this little technique. Thanks so much for your comment Mary-Jo :-)

[@ritarogers6093]

Thank you for the precision in construction. Taking the extra time is SO worth it.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

oooh, I do love a bit of precision! I know we shouldn't worry too much about things like that, but it makes me happy when everything turns out as it should...not something that happens with my baking, mind you!

[@vickiporter2945]

Great demo! So much easier than doing them separately

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

I'm pleased you like the video Vicki :-) It's not always the right method for the job in hand, but it's such a a great way to make 4-patch blocks and a wonderful technique for patchwork enthusiasts to have in their repertoire!

[@sandidizel8553]

Cool idea. Thanks for sharing

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

No problem! Thanks for watching :-)

[@juditharnott5604]

Love the clapper! Gracias!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

I am so glad I bought it, I use it all the time!

[@barbaragrant9635]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

So glad you liked it Barbara :-)

[@normatulloch376]

Great demo, thanks.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you for watching Norma!

[@LynetteHulton]

Great demonstration

[@ivybichon8582]

As a new quilter, I find that this is the most accurate way to get the seams to lineup

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

I think it's so important when you are starting out that your patches turn out how you want them to. With any new skill it's so easy to get disheartened when things don't go as you expect them to!

[@yvonnemoretti7646]

Very nicely done!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you for the compliment Yvonne :-) much appreciated!

[@barbaralamanuzzi3688]

Very easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thanks so much for your comment Barbara :-)

[@barbarajefferysings]

Well done!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you Barbara :-)

[@sueburbidge5401]

Your sewing is so neat Victoria x

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Aww, thanks Sue. I find that the add a quarter foot makes such a difference for me. Do you use one?

[@sueburbidge5401]

@@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck not always! But it does help! I'm hoping to buy and download your flying geese pattern before we go off to Scotland shortly! Something to look forward too when We get back in July!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

@@sueburbidge5401 I've either got my 1/4" foot or walking foot on the machine...sometimes the edge stitch, especially as my eyesight is changing now! Have a fabulous trip to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@RitaDiaz-ud2rc]

wow, thanks for sharing. still learning. you made that look so simple.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you for saying that Rita...that's my aim...to break it down into steps that aren't so daunting!

[@susannenadeau9894]

Love it!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you :-)

[@gigiontube]

Brilliant ! 👍👏👏

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@candiskennard8417]

Brilliant ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you Candis 🙂🙂 🙂

[@sandan2358]

I love the quilt behind you, do you have a tutorial on it? Love your precision!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thank you so very much. Glad you like the precision :-) There is a tutorial of sorts on my website for the Blue Brick Quilt: littleblackduck.co.uk/free-brick-quilt-tutorial-and-june-tailor-shape-cut-plus-cutting-guide/#sthash.igeQciIE.dpbs

[@cinziabeley7059]

Super!

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

Thanks, pleased you liked it!

[@ellenwhite846]

Thank you ! I love the spiral in the seems I have never heard of that before. I also like the palm sized iron, what is it called and where can I find one?

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

It definitely makes a difference for me. Give it a try and let me know what you think :-) The iron is from a Spanish supermarket. I had a Prym one for years but it eventually gave in and sadly I couldn't get a new one near where I live. If you can't find a Prym one search online for a travel iron and you might find what you are looking for

[@larryg6221]

How about 4 different colors....that's what I'm doing now.

[@VictoriaPeatLittleBlackDuck]

I cover that off in my related blog post. Totally doable, you just just end up with 4 blocks, rather than 2!