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Springtime Mosaic Pinwheels Quilt Block Pattern

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Introduction to the Springtime Mosaic Pinwheel Quilt Block
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Mosaic Pinwheels Quilt Block

Janet Wickell - Designed in EQ6
I wanted the two sets of spokes in the Springtime Mosaic Pinwheel block to vary a bit in color value, but not enough to create high contrast between the two areas. The result is a quilt block with subtle differences in its pinwheels, creating somewhat of a colorwashed look.

This pinwheel quilt block will look good no matter what types of fabrics you choose, from batiks to kids prints.

The block is assembled entirely with half-square triangle units. The instructions lead you through assembly using the easy sandwich method, but choose any method you like to assemble them. Cutting instructions will vary if you prefer to create your triangle squares on a long strip or a square or rectangular grid.

Fabrics for One 8-inch Pinwheel Block

Background: (8) 2-7/8" x 2-7/8" squares

Blue/Lavender Print for Inner Pinwheels: (4) 2-7/8" x 2-7/8" squares

Light Blue/Gray Print for Outer Spokes: (4) 2-7/8" x 2-7/8" squares

Fabrics for One 24-inch Pinwheel Block

Background: (8) 6-7/8" x 6-7/8" squares

Blue/Lavender Print for Inner Pinwheels: (4) 6-7/8" x 6-7/8" squares

Light Blue/Gray Print for Outer Spokes: (4) 6-7/8" x 6-7/8" squares

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