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McQ Patterns

Web-only Bonus Pattern

"Beads"
Suggested Layout
Finished Size of Quilt
48" x 60"

Beads Block Pattern

Number of Blocks and Finished Size
20 Beads Blocks 12" x 12"

Fabric Requirements
Cream background ... 2 7/8 yards
Green ... 1 yard (includes binding)
Light purple ... 1/2 yard
Dark purple ... 1/4 yard
Backing ... 3 yards
Lightweight fusible interfacing ... 1 1/2 yards

Cutting Instructions
Cream background ... Twenty 13 1/2" squares
Green ... 160 Template A
Light purple ... 160 Template A
Dark purple ... 80 Template A

Assembly
Blocks are straight set, block to block. Four across and five down (See Assembly Diagram).

Assembly Diagram
Assembly Diagram

Quilting and Finishing
Mark quilting design of choice (suggested quilting design PDF format). Layer and baste quilt top for quilting method of your choice (see Basic Quiltmaking Instructions). Quilt around each appliquéd "bead" as well as quilting the decorative design in the background area. Bind quilt with green fabric.


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