The Jane Stickle Quilt – Block D13

When I first looked at this block, it appeared to be the classic diamond-in-a-square block. The classic block has the diamond points right to the finished edge of the block. But on closer inspection of Jane’s block, I realized she actually made the center diamond slightly smaller so the background fabric would totally surround it.  So I’ve adjusted accordingly.

PDF pattern: Jane Stickle - D13

Note: Unit A and Unit B in the pattern are for the sashing. I chose to make 5-inch blocks like the original rather than sash 4½-inch blocks. If you prefer to add your sashing when your blocks are all finished, just eliminate the A and B units from my pattern. The center sections will then be 4½ inches finished in size and you can add your sashing later.