This is a quick block to make and a classic.
Choose fabrics with high contrast for best results.
Oh Susannah block cutting directions
- 4 squares, 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ in the background fabric
- 1 strip, 3 1/2″ X 15″ in the background fabric
- 1 strip, 3 1/2″ X 15″ in colour A
- 4 rectangles, 3 1/2″ X 6 1/2″ in colour B
Finished block size
12″ x 12″
If you like this block you may also like a similar block I made a while back called Roosevelt necktie:
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Thank you Teresa, Really like the “Oh Susannah” block…….the block is easy and the overall effect on the quilt is great. Tis a keeper! Thanks, Elizabeth
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