Dresden blocks come in a variety of formats, but they are always made from a ring of fabric blades. These come in all different shapes and sizes, including pointed, curved and straight around the edges. This block was popular in the early 20th century because it’s great for using up scraps. In this tutorial, Paula will take you through all the basics you'll need to know to create a pointed blade Dresden block, so you can start tackling your own stash for an eco-friendly finish.
HOW TO MAKE A DRESDEN BLOCK
MATHS AND ANGLES
Dresden blocks are created by sewing together a varying number of Dresden blades to complete a circle. The number of blades to complete the circle will depend on the angle of the template you’re using. If your template doesn’t tell you how many to use, simply divide 360 by the degrees listed on your template. Table 1 shows you how many are used for some
