A tisket, a tasket, it’s now easy to make a basket – the quilt block kind – with this fun Block on Board (BOB) die. With this one die, you can create a variety of different basket blocks from classic to modern, all finishing to 6”. Explore different layouts and use of color to your hearts content and make use the free downloadable embroidery for the handle for added value.
Use the FREE GO! Basket-6" Finished Embroidery Designs ($10 value) download available to finish your project. Each shape includes motif, blanket and satin stitches.
Block Assembly Instructions
AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 6 in. x 24 in. (15.2 cm x 61 cm)
How to Die Cut 2-color Basket Blocks:
For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller. Tip: The die is specially designed to cut one complete 2 color 6" finished block in one pass through the cutter.
- Fabric Color 1 (Background):
- Cut a 5 7/8" square. Place over shape A. Cut 1.
- Cut a 3 1/2" square. Place over shape B. Cut 1.
- Cut a 3 7/8" x 4 5/8" rectangle. Place over shape C. Cut 2
- Fabric Color 2 (Basket):
- Cut a 5 7/8" square. Place over shape A. Cut 1.
- Cut a 2 1/2" square. Place over 2 of shape D. Cut 2.
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If making alternative designs, cut a 2 1/2" strip. Fan over shape D and cut.
- Fuse and cut a 2 5/8" x 4 3/4" rectangle. Place over shape E.
Why Quilters Love the GO! Basket Die:
- The classic Basket block is a simple design for all still levels to add a spring touch to any project. Rearrange shapes to make a variety of quilt blocks designs from traditional to modern. Expand your options by sewing 4 blocks together to make a 12" finished block. Weather you create a simple or ornate baskets, this block adds a bit of sunshine to any quilt.
- Basket is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut a 2-color, 6" block in one pass through the cutter.
- Basket includes 9 shapes that can be difficult and time-consuming to cut by hand.
- Basket features specialized dog-ears and ¼" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
- Basket includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
- Free pattern downloads and step-by-step block assembly instructions are available to get you started. Also includes free embroidery download.
- Fat Quarter-friendly.
- Do you EQ? If you have Electric Quilt® software, you can use it to create your own Basket designs from their block library and cut your fabric.
AccuQuilt Benefits:
- Cut so much more fabric in less time.
- Get accurate cuts every time -- No slipping rulers or mistakes
- Easiest to use -- Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
- Save fabric with Two Tone Foam -- Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut.
- Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers
Die Tips:
- With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
- Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
- Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch.
- It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.
