Once upon a time, very long ago, when I was a brand new quilter, I came across the Disappearing 9-Patch Quilt Pattern. Sewing a 9-patch block and then cutting it into quarters for FOUR blocks was mind-blowing. 

Sewing first and cutting later was truly fascinating. It also meant less sewing, easier piecing and improved accuracy. This was a Win, Win, Win!!! Except for one small problem - it created a mindset. I am forever looking to simplify patterns such that I sew first and cut later.

Meet Granny Long Legs - completely strip-pieced. 

A Queen-sized Quilt


Are you smiling at the name ...

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added by Preeti 1 year, 5 months ago. under accuquilt , bed quilt , eq8 , etsy , giveaway , granny long legs , island batik , island batik ambassador , large blocks , large quilts , pattern release , prairie blue , queen size , quilts in the wild , strip piecing