Two Color Card Tricks This is a nine patch block made up of diagonal half squares and quarter squares. This block deals with open biased edges, and which should be treated carefully. Don't stretch those edges, or your block will not go together correctly. Check your measurements very carefully. Each block should measure 12 1/2 inches when it is finished. Accuracy from beginning to end will ensure that your blocks come out perfectly. Measure carefully, sew carefully, and you will have a perfect block.         For a two color card tricks block you need -     From one color cut two 4 7/8 inch blocks, then cut each one in half diagonally         Also cut one 5 1/4 inch block, and cut in quarters diagonally     From the second color cut two 4 7/8 inch blocks, then cut each one in half diagonally         Also cut one 5 1/4 inch block, and cut in quarters diagonally     From your background cut two 4 7/8 inch blocks, then cut each one in half diagonally         Also cut one 5 1/4 inch block, and cut in quarters diagonally When you make your first block, lay each piece out individually to make the block design. (I find it easier to put the units together that way. And if you are making more of the same block, you can follow that one as your pattern.)   Then sew each one of the nine patch units together. Remember you are dealing with bias edges, don't stretch them. Each unit should measure 4 1/2 inches when finished. Next sew each row together, then sew all the rows together, press for ease of construction. Your finished card tricks block should measure exactly 12 1/2 inches. This pattern can be used for personal use only and can not be used commercially without the owner's permission. No copies may be made without the owner's permission. This includes the patterns as well as any graphics and/or instructions that are associated with a pattern. The content on these pages, including text and images are the sole property of the Delaware Quilts and may not be used in any manner without consent. All Rights Reserved. Two color Card Tricks © Delaware Quilts January 2003 Updated September 1, 2025 |Home| Quilts| Email|