Jacob's Ladder
Techniques used (complete these first)
Two-at-a-Time Half-Square Triangles
HST Unit
Produces two matching Half-Square Triangles (HSTs) from a pair of squares.
- Cut one square from each fabric using the 2-at-a-time starting size.
- Place the two squares right sides together and mark one diagonal line.
- Sew 1/4 inch from both sides of the marked line.
- Cut on the marked line to separate the two units.
- Press open and trim each HST to unfinished size.
Pro tip: When the pattern needs an odd HST count, this method is ideal for making the final pair without committing to larger batches.
Strip Piecing
Strip Set Unit
Sewing long strips of fabric together before sub-cutting them into smaller units. This increases speed and alignment accuracy.
- Cut long strips of fabric to the calculated width.
- Align strips right sides together and sew along the entire length.
- Press the seams (usually toward the darker fabric).
- Use a rotary cutter and ruler to sub-cut the strip set into units at the required intervals.
Pro tip: Check your seam allowance after the first few inches to ensure the total width of the strip set is exactly what the pattern calls for. For strip sets with multiple seams, alternate your sewing direction for each seam to keep the strips aligned and prevent the fabric from warping or leaning. Sub-cut to the unfinished unit size listed in your cutting instructions.
Subunits first
Using the techniques listed above, make the following sub units: 5 Four-Patch Units, 4 HST Units.
Block Assembly
Assembly instructions are currently in the works, check back soon for updates!