Quick and easy hexagon block with 60 degree ruler video tutorial

I’ve discovered a new type of block that is made with a 60 degree ruler or a template. You actually make 2 different blocks at once with this technique that can be laid out as 2 separate hexagon blocks or as one single joined block like in this case.

If you don’t have a 60 degree ruler you can download the pattern:

• Download 60 degree ruler template (PDF)

If you plan to cut at 60 degrees a lot you may consider investing in a 60 degree ruler.

Materials

Cut 3 strips of fabric:

•  37  X 3 1/4  inches in red
•  37 X 2 3/4 inches in blue
•  37 X 1 inches in charcoal

Cut 3 more strips fabric:

•  21  X 3 1/4  inches in red
•  21 X 2 3/4 inches in blue
•  21 X 1 inches in charcoal

These 2 strips will make 6 triangles of each type, with the fabric strips inverted.

Finished size

As 2 interlaced blocks: 11 inches x 18 1/2 inches (10 triangles in total, 5 of each type).

As 2 individual blocks: 11 inch square (6 triangles in total, 6 of each type).

How to make this Hexagon block with a 60 degree ruler

Watch how easy you can make a hexagon blocks with equilateral triangles:

If you don’t have a 60 degree ruler

Not to worry, here is how to cut 60 degree triangles without special rulers:

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Do you like this block?

You can make a full quilt with these blocks and 9 more hexagon block layouts with my pattern Hexagonal dream quilt.

Buy the pattern on my Etsy shop .

Visual process