Nisse's Magic is one of the block options in the 2020 Countdown to Christmas - Winter Frost. For more info about this quilt-along, check out the Frequently Asked Questions and join our Moda Bake Shop Bakers group. Find all the blocks {here}.

Chef's Notes:

Press and starch all fabrics prior to cutting. Use a scant 1/4" seam.

YIELD

12" finished block

INGREDIENTS

From fabric 1, cut:
{A} (4) 2” squares
{E} (4) 4½” squares
From fabric 2, cut:
{B} (8) 2” x 3” rectangles
{D} (8) 2½” squares
{F} (1) 4 ½” square
From fabric 3 cut:
{C} (4) 3” squares
{D} (8) 2½” squares

INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1. MAKE CORNER UNITS

Using A, (2) B, and C, assemble corner units as shown. Press to the dark side and then open. Make (4).

STEP 2. MAKE SQUARE IN SQUARE BLOCKS

Draw a diagonal line on the back of (2) Fabric 2 D squares and (2) Fabric 3 D squares. Place a light blue square on the upper left-hand side of Fabric 1 square E. Sew along the line, and trim ¼” away. Press out. Repeat on the remaining three corners as shown to create ssquare in a square unit. Make (4).

STEP 3. ASSEBMLE BLOCK

Combine units made in Steps 1-2, and teal square F together as shown to create Nisse’s Magic Block. Press seams open to reduce bulk. Block measures 12½” unfinished.

Susan Vaughan

@thefeltedpear

If you missed any of the earlier posts -

• Winter Frost - Glistening Star
• Winter Frost - Mitten
• Winter Frost - Chalet
• Winter Frost - Snow Family
• Winter Frost - Icy Windows
• Winter Frost - Ohio Snowball
• Winter Frost - North Wind
• Winter Frost - Icicle Star
• Winter Frost - Frozen
• Winter Frost - Flurry
• Winter Frost - Ice Crystal
• Winter Frost - Snow Drop
• Winter Frost - Your Paws in Mine
• Winter Frost - Festival of Friends
• Winter Frost - Snow Bunting
• Winter Frost - Starflake
• Winter Frost - Jack Frost
• Winter Frost - Winter Palace
• Winter Frost - Countdown to Christmas 2020 - Fabrics/Yardage/Info
• Winter Frost - FAQs
• Winter Frost - Bear Creek Setting Option
• Winter Frost - Snowy Peaks Setting Option
• Winter Frost - Yardage PDF