Minecraft quilt Block 2-TNT

Finished block

This block is done in three sections. All the blocks are 2 1/2 square in the top and bottom sections. The top and bottom sections are done the same way. Two rows of 8 red squares and one row of 8 white squares. I mixed the red squares up a bit so no two fabrics were next to each other. I also didn't have enough of one color to do the entire square, but I like the scrappy look which is what I got. 

The middle section looks bigger but it has not been sewn yet while the top and bottom have been sewn. This middle section is done with smaller blocks.

* I did too many rows on the TNT section. I should have added another 1 1/2 inch row (4 squares) to both sides or left the rows that are past the TNT letters off and added two 2/1/2 inch squares on the sides. I've done this block both ways and it works.

You will need feather-weight interfacing. Arrange the blocks on the interfacing ( careful to line up blocks exactly) and  iron as instructions on previous blog. When the pressing is done, fold over the vertical rows one at a time and sew with 1/8th seam allowance.        

Back of the top and bottom sections of block.

Sew all the vertical rows. When all the vertical rows are finished then clip the intersections and fold 

over the horizontal rows and sew them with a 1/8th inch.  (Clipping the intersection will make the

turning of the rows easier.)                                                                                                                  

                       

Clipping intersections to the sewing line but not through it.

                                                                                           The middle section is made with 1 1/2 inch blocks.* Arrange blocks on interfacing and press with iron. Turn over vertical rows and sew one row at a time. Clip intersections and turn horizontal rows over and sew.

Press the seams in one direction (all up or all down) with an iron.

Back side of middle section after sewing is complete. You'll notice that each row has the seams pressed in the opposite direction as the previous row, this eliminates extra bulk at the intersections.

1-Line up the sections: bottom of the top section with the top of the middle section, with right sides of fabric together sew seam.
2- Line up top of bottom section with bottom of middle section and sew with right sides together. 3-Again the seams are 1/8 inch. If you want to make bigger seams that is fine, your blocks will be smaller, just make sure all the seams for all the blocks have the same size seam allowances.

                                                                                                                                                               When seams are finished press with an iron.

Block 2 is finished!