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How many 3" blocks do I need to complete my quilt?

by: country_cottage_treasures( 31975Feedback score is 25,000 to 49,999) Top 1000 Reviewer
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Guide viewed: 2082 times Tags: Quilt Kits | Quilt Blocks | Quilt Squares | Watercolor | Block Sizes


3" Blocks

By popular demand we are adding a chart for 3" blocks or squares.
 The 3" (and 2")  square is very frequently the square used for WATERCOLOR quilting.
With this chart you will know exactly how many squares you need to purchase to make your desired size quilt or wallhanging.
The number of blocks in our chart below are based on the mattress size only. 
Add extra blocks or borders for drop at sides of mattress.  Happy Quilting!

CRIB size = 24" x 48"
128 Three  Inch Blocks Needed
Layout = 8 x 16

TWIN size = 40" x 80"
325 Three  Inch Blocks Needed
Layout = 13 x 25

FULL Size = 56" x 80"
450 Three  Inch Blocks Needed
Layout = 18 x 25

QUEEN Size = 64" x 80"
540 Three  Inch Blocks Needed
Layout = 20 x 27

KING Size = 80" x 80"
702 Three Inch Blocks Needed
Layout = 26 x 27

1. Like this chart but using a different block size?
 Check out our other guides for other common block sizes by clicking here: Country Cottage Store Guides


2. Does this chart provide helpful information  or do you think this could be useful information?  If so, please mark this  in the box below! 

3. All of our block kits come with easy to follow, illustrated instructions, plus handy block charts and ideas for incorporating your blocks into different creative projects. To view all our available precut block kits click here: Quilting Kits

4. We provide a large selection of  precut watercolor kits.  Yes, all the 2" squares you need are precut and ready to stitch!  To view our kit selection  click here:  Watercolor Kits

5. If you still need help figuring out how many blocks  you need after reading our quides, just ask!  We'll  will be happy to help!

                                                                 


Guide ID: 10000000002336102Guide created: 11/11/06 (updated 11/01/09)

 
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