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Quilt Along 2023 – ‘HOMETOWN’ by Diane Knott – Part 1

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Quilt Along 2023 – ‘HOMETOWN’ by Diane Knott – Part 1

This quilt has been in my imagination for over a year now. I want to make a series of these “Hometown” quilts, one representing each season, with variations and embellishments to celebrate the unique beauty of each season.
I would encourage you to make any changes or additions to make this “Hometown” uniquely yours. I’ve added doggies to many of the house windows because I feel that home is where the dog is! Perhaps you prefer kitties? Or children? Or all kinds of fun surprises can find their way into your homes.
I have also created a diagram showing a dark background if that is what you prefer.
My wish is that you will enjoy every step of the year long adventure together and I can’t wait to see what you share! Please share on social media using the #hometownquiltalong at Quiltmania or at Butterflythreadsquilting.com.

Enjoy every stitch!
Diane

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Quilt’s finished size: 150 x 150 cm (60” x 60”)

General Instructions:

The measurements given for cutting include seam allowances of 7 mm (1/4”), rounded to 15 mm (1/2”) for two seams. Make any necessary adjustments.
The measurements in the explanatory diagrams do not include seam allowances.
For the templates, add a seam allowance of 7 mm (1/4”) all around.

Cutting key:

: Square cut on one diagonal

For those preferring the traditional cutting method, note that you will find:

  • the templates on the pattern sheet (or at the end of the project); add seam allowances to them
  • the quantities in bold in the Cutting section of each step
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Necessary supplies for the project:

The fabrics are 110 cm (44”) wide.

  • Beige fabric, for the background:
    • o 3.7 m (4yd)
  • Assortment of many coloured fabrics, for the front of the houses:
    • o 1.2 m (11/3yd) total
  • Blue fabric, for the front of the castle:
    • o 25 cm (1/4yd)
  • Assortment of many light-coloured fabrics, for doors and windows:
    • o 30 cm (12”) total
  • Assortment of grey and brown fabrics, for roofs and tree trunks:
    • o 70 cm (3/4yd)
  • Assortment of 6 or 7 different green fabrics, for trees:
    • o 45 cm (1/2yd) total, including one measuring 10 cm (4”) for part 3
  • Orange fabric, for the pinwheels:
    • o 25 cm (1/4yd)
  • Green fabric, for the zig-zagging borders:
    • o 20 cm (8”)
  • Backing and batting: 160 x 160 cm (64” x 64”)

PART 1 – 6 A blocks, 1 B block, and 1 V block

Cutting and assembling:

Diagram 1:

For each of the 6 A blocks, cut:

  • From one fabric from the coloured assortment:
    • 3 A1 rectangles, measuring 4 x 9 cm (11/2” x 31/2”)
  • From one fabric from the light-coloured assortment:
    • 1 A1 rectangle A, measuring 4 x 9 cm (11/2” x 31/2”)
  • From the beige fabric:
    • 1 A2 triangle and 1 A2’ triangle (reverse A2 template)
  • From one fabric from the grey assortment:
    • 1 A3 triangle

Sew an A1 rectangle from the coloured assortment on each side of an A1 rectangle from the light-coloured assortment.
Add the remaining A1 rectangle from coloured assortment on top.
Sew a A2 and A2’ triangle on each side of a A3 triangle.
Sew these units together, in order to obtain one A block.
Make 6 similar A blocks in total.

Diagram 2:

For the B block, cut:

  • From the beige fabric:
    • 2 B1 squares with 4 cm (11/2”) sides
    • 2 B2 triangles and 2 B2’ triangles (reverse B2 template)
    • 1 B4 rectangle measuring 6.5 x 9 cm (21/2” x 31/2”)
  • From one fabric from the grey assortment:
    • 1 B1 square with 4 cm (11/2”) sides
  • From one fabric from the green assortment:
    • 2 B3 triangles

Sew a beige B1 square on each side of the grey B1 square.
Sew an B2 triangle, as well as an B2’ triangle, on each side of an B3 triangle twice.
Sew these units together and add the B4 rectangle above to obtain the B block.

Diagram 3:

For the C block, cut:

  • From the beige fabric:
    • 2 C1 squares D with 4 cm (11/2”) sides
    • 1 C2 triangle and 1 C2’ triangle (reverse C2 template)
    • 1 C4 rectangle measuring 6.5 x 9 cm (21/2” x 31/2”)
  • From one fabric from the grey assortment:
    • 1 C1 square with 4 cm (11/2”) sides
  • From one fabric from the green assortment:
    • 1 C3 triangle

Sew a beige C1 square on each side of the grey C1 square.
Sew an C2 triangle and an C2’ triangle on each side of the C3 triangle.
Sew these units together and add the C4 rectangle above to obtain the “Cedar” block.

Diagram 4:

  • In the beige fabric:
    • 1 A strip measuring 6.5 x 61.5 cm (21/2” x 241/2”)

Sew, in this order, 1 A block, 1 C block, 2 A blocks, 1 B block, and 3 A blocks.
Add A strip above.
This 1st part should measure 24 x 61.5 cm (91/2” x 241/2”), with seam allowances.

Diane D. Knott

Diane Knott lives in Northern Georgia with her husband Chris and dog Rumi.
She is the author of SCRAP QUILT SECRETS and STRIP QUILT SECRETS and has recently designed a line of fabric for Blank Quilting.

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Diane travels frequently, sharing her many quilts and love of patchwork with quilt guilds and workshop groups around the US.
Besides quilting, Diane loves travel, hiking in the local foothills, and cooking new recipes.
She is the mother of 3 adult children and enjoys frequent visits with them and family adventures.
In October of 2023 Diane and Chris are planning a beach wedding with their entire blended families!
Information about all of Diane’s work and teaching can be found on her website at www.butterflythreadsquilting.com.

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