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Mini Square in a square quilt block – Tiny quilt QAL

Square in a square is a classic block. It looks pretty cute in this size.

The block finished size is 3″ x 3″.

The video demonstrates how to make the block with foundation piecing. In such small sizes I find it’s a lot easier to get an accurate block that using traditional piecing. but traditional templates are also available on my Etsy shop.

I used regular copy paper but in small sizes it can be a bit thick.

You can use special paper for foundation piecing if you prefer.

Let’s get to it!

How to make a 3″ Square in a square block

Note: I recently started to use an Add a quarter ruler, the yellow ruler in the video, after some followers recommended it and I have to say it’s a true time saver.

Download the block templates

Blocks can be made with traditional piecing or with foundation piecing.

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Mini quilt block Square in a square

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Join my Patreon page

Get a new video tutorial every week and lots of other inclusions. You can join with a choice of 3 tiers with different benefits per tier.

Stay connected and share your quilting journey!

Subscribe to my blog for tutorials in your inbox, and follow me on YouTube for even more quilting inspiration.

Share your quilt creations on Instagram with @teresadownunder and #teresadownunder, or join my Facebook group and Facebook page.

My book and other publications

Check out my book “Turnabout Patchwork” for endless quilt top possibilities.

My book is now available as individual chapter downloads in a 4 quilt pattern bundles.

See all the quilts in the book in a real life project

This post has affiliate links.

3 comments

  1. Hi, I just bought a set of the traditional blocks for the mini nine patch quilt, but I think I would like to try the foundation way…is there a way to get the other blocks. I have downloaded this months but want to catch up. Thanks for any help. Mary Spino mlspino@yahoo.com

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