This quilt is actually pretty simple in its design. It only uses two classic quilt blocks, the half square triangle (HST) and Sawtooth Star, plus squares. It's not even constructed on-point! What makes it so much fun is the scale of the quilt. The layout of these components creates a giant flag, and with the diagonal arrangement of the stars and stripes, it creates quite a striking result!
For this quilt, first you'll need to make your Sawtooth Star blocks. These should measure 6.5" so they finish at six inches in the quilt. I love the four-at-a-time method for HST, but if you prefer another method, feel free to modify the construction to suit your preferences.
Then, you'll need HST's and solid squares. I've counted up the number of different combinations for you and included them in the graphic below. Again, make sure your unfinished units measure 6.5" so they will finish at 6" in the quilt. I used the four-at-a-time method, starting with 9.75" squares to make the HST's.
Once you have all of your components ready to go, just lay them out, and sew into rows! The quilt is constructed in 12 rows with 10 blocks in each row, yielding a quilt that measures 60" x 72".
It goes together easily, but it gives really big "bang for your buck." I hope you try it, and if you haven't already, I hope you'll check out my book Stash Statement HERE!
The NEW Stash Statement actually has the full Old Glory pattern included! Hope you enjoy it! :)
