Last fall, we took a look at the interesting relationship between hexies and diamonds. Since they both share 60-degree angles, the two shapes can fit together in a variety of ways. I had some fun last week making some sample blocks using these two versatile shapes – check them out!
 Block 1 |
To make this block, you will need:
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| And look what happens when this block is put together with others!
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 Block 14 |
To make this block, you will need:
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 Block 35 |
To make this block, you will need:
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 Block 37 |
To make this block, you will need:
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 Block 41 |
To make this block, you will need:
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 Block 47 |
To make this block, you will need:
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| One-inch hexagons and diamonds are available in precut iron-on interfacing, which helps the blocks go together quickly and accurately. | |
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| For these – and many other – block ideas, check out The New Hexagon by Katja Marek. The book includes 52 blocks and the perpetual calendar features 365. So much fun! | |
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