Its never been easy to create this sweet, classic block. Like a breath of spring air, the die takes this complex block to being a block anyone can make if they can sew a ” seam! From screen printed letters and specialized dog ears on the corners to eliminating the Y-seams, this die is sure to be a new favorite.

How to Die Cut 5-color Nosegay Blocks:

For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwisegrain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller. Tip: Thedie is specially designed to cut one complete 5-color 10″finished block in one pass through the cutter.

• Fabric Color 1: Cut a 7″ x 11″ rectangle. Fold in half to 7″ x 5 1/2″. Place over shape A and cut 2.
• Fabric Colors 2 & 3: For each fabric color: Cut a 6″ x 9 3/8″ rectangle. Fold into thirds. Place over shape B and cut 3.
• Fabric Color 4:
  • Cut a 2 5/8″ x WOF strip. Fan fold in 2 5/8″ widths. Place over shape C and cut 6.
  • Cut 4 1/2″ x 4 3/4″. Fold in half to 4 1/2″ x 2 3/8″. Place over shape D and cut 4.
• Fabric Color 5:
  • Cut an 8 1/2″ x WOF strip. Fanfold into 5 5/8″ widths. Place overshape F, E and G. Cut 2 shape F, 2 shape E and 6 shape G.
  • Cut 4 1/2″ x 4 3/4″. Fold in half to 4 1/2″ x 2 3/8″. Place over shapeD and cut 4.

Why Quilters Love the GO! Nosegay Die:

• Create stunning, traditionally pieced Nosegay quilt blockswith ease using the GO! Nosegay-10″ Finished Die. Perfect forwall hangings, throws and table toppers, this Block on Boarddie lets you cut all shapes in one pass for accurate, fast andcreative quilting projects.
• Nosegay is a Block on Board (BOB) die which means itsspecially designed to cut a 5-color, 10″ block in one passthrough the cutter.
• Nosegay includes 10 shapes that can be difficult and time-consuming to cut by hand.
• Nosegay features specialized dog-ears and ” seam allowancesfor easy alignment and piecing.
• Nosegay includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecingand organization of shapes.
• Free pattern downloads and step-by-step block assemblyinstructions are available to get you started.
• Fat Quarter-friendly
• Do you EQ? If you have Electric Quilt software, you can use itto create your own Nosegay designs from their block library andcut your fabric.

Dimensions

• Cut Size:Shape A Scalene Triangle 5 1/2″W x 5 1/2″H (14 cm x 14cm), Shape B Diamond 5 1/2″W x 2 5/8″H (14 cm x 6.7 cm), Shape C Half Square Triangle 1 3/4″W x 1 3/4″H (4.4 cm x 4.4 cm), Shape D Quarter Square Triangle 2 5/8″W x 1 5/8″H (6.7 cm x 4.1 cm), Shape E Quarter Square Triangle 3 1/2″W x 2″H (8.9 cm x 5.1cm), Shape F Half Rectangle Triangle 5 1/2″W x 2 5/8″H (14 cm x 6.7 cm), Shape G Chisel 3 1/2″W x 2 1/4″H (8.9 cm x 5.7 cm).
• Finished Size:10″ Finished Block (25.4 cm).
• Die Board Size:6 in. x 24 in. (15.2 cm x 61 cm)

AccuQuilt Benefits:

• Cut so much more fabric in less time.
• Get accurate cuts every time — No slipping rulers or mistakes
• Easiest to use — Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
• Save fabric with Two Tone Foam — Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut.
• Safe to use — No blades come anywhere near your fingers

Die Tips:

• With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors.
• Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle. Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board.
• Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch.
• It’s always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.