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| Traditional Betty's Delight Quilt Block by Elaine Huff |
Sometimes the charm of quilting lies not in complexity, but in the elegance of tradition. The Betty’s Delight Quilt Block—a timeless design featured by Elaine Huff of Fabric406—embodies this perfectly. With its clean lines and striking contrast, this block is a wonderful blend of simplicity and visual impact. Whether you're assembling a sampler quilt or diving into a larger project, this block offers a satisfying piecing experience with a classic aesthetic.
About the Betty's Delight Quilt Block!
The Betty's Delight Quilt Block is a traditional pattern that showcases a harmonious interplay of light and dark fabrics. Elaine Huff's tutorial emphasizes a method that avoids Y-seams, simplifying the assembly process while maintaining the block's intricate appearance. This approach not only streamlines construction but also opens up creative possibilities for fabric selection and layout variations.
Note: Elaine mentions that the dark fabric used appears almost black in photos, adding a striking contrast to the block's design.
This is what you generally need to make this block, and if you want more details especially if you are a beginner, Elaine provides detailed photos and pressing tips throughout her tutorial to guide you through each step.
To create this quilt, you'll need Fabric 1 and Fabric 2 (16 squares each, 5" x 5"), 1 yard of background fabric, 1⅛ yards for backing, batting (at least 40" square), and ⅓ yard for binding (2¼" width). Deanna’s scrappy approach using orange and green fabrics can be adapted with charm packs or two contrasting colors.
Cutting Guide:
- Background fabric: 16 squares (4½" x 4½"), 16 squares (5" x 5"), and border strips (2½" x 32½" & 2½" x 36½").
- Fabric 1 & 2: Ensure you have 16 squares each (5" x 5").
Note: Elaine mentions that the dark fabric used appears almost black in photos, adding a striking contrast to the block's design.
Assembly Steps:
- Pair fabric squares to create 48 Half-Square Triangles (HSTs) using Fabric 1, Fabric 2, and background squares.
- Trim HSTs to 4½" square for consistency.
- Arrange the HSTs and 16 background squares into the Carpenter’s Star pattern, sewing them into rows and joining them to form the quilt top.
- Add border strips to the sides (2½" x 32½") and top/bottom (2½" x 36½").
- Layer with batting and backing, quilt as desired (echo quilting or curved designs), and bind to finish.
This is what you generally need to make this block, and if you want more details especially if you are a beginner, Elaine provides detailed photos and pressing tips throughout her tutorial to guide you through each step.
The Betty's Delight Quilt Block, as presented by Elaine Huff, is a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional quilting patterns. Its straightforward construction, combined with the potential for creative expression, makes it a rewarding project for quilters seeking to blend classic design with personal flair.
