The Non Mirror Image Combo Units Technique Sheet (phew, what a mouthful that name is!) shows you the process to make four identical combination units all at once. This process is invaluable when you're making pinwheels or any block for your quilt in which you want all the blocks to... Read more
Companion informational chart for the Split Rects Tool. One page, laminated for durability, 3 hole punched for storage. Use your Split Rects tool to make Elongated Combination and Hourglass Units to add spice to your sashings or create unique stars. Seven unit sizes from 1" x 2" to 4" x 8". Block and project suggestions included.
The Triangle Pizazz unit is a variation of the Shaded 4 Patch. It can be constructed as identical units to make pinwheels and bow ties, or as mirror image units to create star points as well as other unique creations. As always the unit will be made oversized then trimmed down to reveal a perfectly... Read more
Sliver is a unit that can add real interest to your quilting bag of tricks and can be made simply with the Corner Beam tool. Each unit is easy and accurate to make and can be used alone or with any other Fundamental Unit. One page laminated for durability, 3 hole punched for storage. Eleven sizes from 1" to 6", block ideas included.
A companion product for Tucker Trimmers 1 and 3, The Shaded Nine Patch is an amazing unit that has endless possibilities all by itself or it can be combined with other fundamental units to create even more show-stopping designs. The included chart gives you cutting dimensions for seven different... Read more
Companion product for Square Squared. A little house is similar to the diamond square unit you make with your Square Squared, but it only has two triangles on adjoining corners rather than triangles on all 4, making the unit look like a "little house". A chart is included with cutting... Read more
This pieced flying geese unit adds lots of interest to a traditional block. By using the Large Square Squared we can create these tricky looking flying geese slightly oversized then trim them down to perfection. This technique walks you through the process of making four units. The included chart... Read more
This technique sheet allows you to make Offset Four Patch units in 17 different sizes; you can combine them with other units to create a unique block, use them for an interesting chain, or combine them together to create a disappearing nine patch type design. Companion for the Four Patch Square Up Tool.
Sidekick and High/Low are two units that can give a terrific spiky look to your blocks and borders. They can add lots of interest to traditional quilts, but also have great appeal to the contemporary quilter because of the dramatic angles and asymmetry. In this Technique Sheet, learn how to use your V Block tool to quickly create and trim these fun and versatile units.
Companion product for Tucker Trimmers 1 and 3. Also called Birds in the Air, Hidden Square, or Mary's Triangles, this basic unit is easily strip pieced oversized then trimmed to size with your Tucker Trimmer. An included chart gives you cutting dimensions for 21 different sizes, from 2" to 12" finished units in whole and half inch increments. Fun block suggestions also included.
Companion product for Wing Clipper 1 and 2. This technique sheet provides two methods to make a rectangular unit that looks like a flying goose with only one side triangle - like the Pickets on some Picket Fences. In both cases you make your unit oversized and trim to perfection with your Wing... Read more
Companion product for the Large Square Squared. Stacked Squares is a technique that will allow you to make the "Economy" block perfectly every time without using paper foundation piecing. And, like all Studio 180 Design processes, you'll be constructing oversized units and then trimming... Read more
Poinsettias exudes joy and liveliness. Rich hues and prints are united in beautifully dynamic star blocks, perfect for any vibrant color palette. Warm up winter with this radiant quilt!
If you want to use foundation paper, we recommend using 2.5" Half Square Triangle Paper (#H250).
Santa's coming to town - in patchwork form, that is! This joyous pillow project is at the top of the nice list and spreading good cheer all around. Give Santa a fluffy "beard" by adding Chenille-It Blooming Bias to the units before piecing the block together. It's the most wonderful time of the year for Christmas sewing projects!
Combining positive and negative flying geese with right and left combination units and half square triangles creates a striking pattern reminiscent of mountain switchbacks. This design works very nicely with three different fabrics and a background. The small and medium size projects are perfect as... Read more
Improv expert Cindy Grisdela shares the design principles and construction strategies for successful quilts every time. Explore three different ways to create improvisationally, from the easiest-using one block in different colors and orientations-to combining block units using various techniques-to... Read more
The Cyclone Technique Sheet combines strip piecing and the Tucker Trimmer to give you a block that'll blow you away. It's a block that's very different from the typical units you make with your Tucker Trimmer 3, you'll be amazed at how quickly and easily it comes together. One page laminated for durability and three hole punched for storage. Nine block sizes from 4" to 12".
Wondering how to turn your Lemoyne Star units into triangular half blocks? Well, it's actually quite easy and requires just a few modifications to the standard Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star process. You'll be able to quickly add oodles of exciting design possibilities to your quilt making. Ten sizes from... Read more