Shades Of Gray Pattern
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Here are the complete instructions.
Finishing Instructions
Finishing instructions for Shades of Gray can be found on page 3 of the Starting Instructions. These instructions include fabric requirements for the outer border and the hourglass blocks. Use a variety of fabrics to make the blocks.
Fabric Requirements For The Blocks
Start with a selection of black and white fabrics varying in value and add to that as you go along. For instance, I suggest about 12 of each to start, (quarter cuts will work well) - black on white, white on black, black with gray, and a few gray's as well. Vary the print size to add interest.
Make block #1, then put those fabrics aside to add in to a later block, spreading the fabrics out. In this way, you can still use a favorite fabric even though you may have just a small amount.
After you've made blocks 1, 2 and 3, you can sew the first row together with the hourglass blocks and a border block on each end. Each row can be completed as you go along.
Accent pieces can all be cut from 1m (39") of fabric with careful cutting. I suggest you make a cutting diagram/plan before cutting your accent pieces.
Shades Of Gray Fabric Requirements, Accent Fabric
#1 2½ x 11
#2 4 - 4½" squares
#3 3 - 4" squares
#4 4 - 4" squares
#5 2¼" x 15"
#6 6½" square
#7 4 - 2½ x 4½"
#8 6½" square
#9 4 - 1½" x 4½"
#10 2½" square
#11 2 - 4" squares
#12 6½" square
#13 4 - 1¼" x 8½"
#14 2 - 4" squares
#15 4 - 3 x 5½"
#16 4 - 4" squares
#17 2½" square
#18 4 - 4" squares
*Make a cutting plan/diagram before you start cutting.
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