The Versatility of Triangle in a Square Blocks using Creative Grids 2-Peaks in 1 Ruler

Welcome back to our blog! Today I wanted to go more into depth on why I love to use Triangle in a Square blocks in so many of our quilt designs. Not only are these blocks easy to construct with the right tools, but they're incredibly versatile and can be used in so many different ways to create a ton of unique visuals. 

You can use this block to create an interesting border, you can add a small triangle with flip and sew, or you can even create the illusion of curved lines! There are a ton of possibilities just waiting for you to try them all out. 

My favorite way to create these units is with the Creative Grids 2-Peaks-in-1 ruler, which is available for purchase on our website www.TheWhimsicalWorkshop.com

If you haven't used this tool before, we have a video tutorial on our YouTube channel showing just how easy it is to create these units.

If you're looking for some inspiration, we've pulled a selection of patterns from our website that are great examples of how this block can look. Let us know in the comments which one you're most excited to try!

QUILT PATTERNS:

COMPASS OF COLOR: Here is an example of the basic triangle in a square block being used for the block points. It gives the block a modern and clean feel that compliments the bright tonal fabrics. Fabrics from Andover Fabrics.

JELLY BEAN BLAST II: In this quilt, the Triangle in a Square blocks are used for the border. These units are great when you don't want a solid colored border and they definitely add some flair. Fabrics from Benartex Fabrics.

PENCIL BOX: This quilt was made using strip sets from Black and Tan fabric, and then I used the 2-Peaks-in-1 ruler to cut the pencil tops. You can even change the black strip out for different fabrics to create colored pencils! This would be a great project for a classroom, art studio or playroom. Fabrics from Timeless Treasures.

FRESH CUT: In this quilt, I used the foreground print for the small triangles and the background for the large triangles. Then I flipped the triangle in a square units 180 degrees to create modern flower petals.  Fabrics from Maywood Studios.

FABRIC KIT: Make this project even easier by using a pre-made fabric kit! 

CRESTING WAVES: In this project, the Triangle in the Square units were used as the sashing strips to continue the movement of the snail trail block across the quilt top. Look at that curved wave illusion!  Fabrics from Anthology Fabrics.

 

BURST OF STARS: Here is an example of how adding a smaller triangle to the corners of the Triangle in a Square block can create an entirely unique new look. Fabrics From FreeSpirit Fabrics.

 

 

PRIMARY POP: In the project below, I used the smaller triangles from the ruler for the vertical columns. It gives the quilt a fresh modern feel.  Fabrics from Island Batiks.

ANTICIPATION: Pop quiz time! Can you find the small triangles from the 2-peaks-in-1 ruler in the presents? Just another fun example of how versatile these blocks truly are. Fabrics from Andover Fabrics.

I hope you've enjoyed this mini trunk show and been inspired by all of the fun, creative ways in which this block can be used to create one-of-a-kind quilts. I look forward to seeing all of the projects you create in the future with these units! Happy Quilting!