Pinwheel Quilt Block · Indigo & Vermilion kinusaiga pattern
Four half-square triangles spin around the center like a paper pinwheel — one of the easiest blocks to start with. This version uses the Indigo & Vermilion palette of washi cream, indigo.
Prints a real-size cut map with a 1-inch check, plus the fabric map and list on page 2.
Fabrics you need
| # | Color | Suggestion | Pieces | At 8 in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washi cream | 1 | about 7" × 7" | |
| 2 | Indigo | 4 | about 7" × 7" |
How to make the Pinwheel Quilt Block · Indigo & Vermilion kinusaiga
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Print and transfer
Print the cut map at your chosen size, tape it to a foam board and score each line about 1/8" (3 mm) deep, keeping the blade upright.
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Cut your fabric
Match the 2 numbered colors to your fabrics. Cut each piece about 1/4" (6 mm) larger than its shape on every side.
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Tuck the 5 pieces
Start with the background and work toward the front. Press the fabric edges into the grooves with a butter knife, seam ripper or tucking tool.
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Finish and frame
Trim any loose threads, tuck the outer edge around the board and set it in a shadow box or a deep frame.
First time? The full kinusaiga tutorial covers groove depth, fabric choice and common mistakes, and the supplies guide lists everything you need.
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