The Shaded Trail Quilt Block Free Video Tutorial

The Shaded Trail quilt block is a striking, versatile design that comes together with just two classic units: half-square triangles (HSTs) and square-in-a-square blocks. Originally published in the Kansas City Star, this traditional 12" block offers endless possibilities for color and layout variations, making it a fantastic choice for scrap quilting or coordinated fabric collections.

Whether you prefer bold contrasts or subtle shading, Shaded Trail is a great block for practicing precision piecing while creating a visually dynamic quilt. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through each step to help ensure crisp points and a beautifully balanced block!

Fabric Requirements for a 12" Finished Shaded Trail Quilt Block:
Light/White: 4 - 4.5" squares, 4 - 3" squares, and 4 - 2.5" squares
Medium/Purple: 4 - 3" squares, and 8 - 2.5" squares
Medium/Burgundy: 4 - 3" squares, and 4 - 2.5" squares
Dark/Navy: 4 - 3" squares, and 4 - 2.5" square

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