This is one of those blocks that start with two squares. It can be made in different sizes though for this demo I’ve chosen a 10″ pre-cut also called layer cake.
How to make 4 disappearing hourglass blocks with two 10″ squares
By using a variety of fabric and colour combinations you can make strikingly looking quilts quite easily.
Fabric collection
The demo uses pre-cut 10″ squares, also called layer cakes, from the Michael Miller Collection Fairy Frost Metallic. In red and green this would make a great Christmas quilt.
See an alternative and classy colour scheme with this collection in creams, greys and blacks.
Using 3 fabrics
Using 2 fabrics

I love this, and can’t wait to make some! How big should I start with to end up with a 6 1/2″ square?
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I wish you would also have pdf copies of your tutorials or start a book with them in like Jenny from Missouri Star
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I haven’t worked out the math for that sorry
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