Square in a Square Products

Original Technique Ruler with 36-page book The Original Square in a Square technique ruler is packaged with a pattern book called Quick & Easy Quilts using the Square in a Square technique. The original ruler is an all time favorite and should be included in your first purchase.; the pattern book is a "starter book" and includes 5 Options, 21 blocks and 6 patterns. Here is an overview of the Square in a Square ruler: Square in a Square - to make a square in a square, this is the only way to do it.  Start with a square in the middle and sew strips on the side.  Four easy trims to get the square in a square that you need.  This is what we call Option 1 of the Square in a Square system.  Make them in ANY SIZE. Flying Geese - the best flying geese ruler on the market.  Makes ANY SIZE with speed and accuracy two at a time.  When you use our fast strip piecing method, you should easily make 25 to 100 flying geese in one hour getting them to the point that they are ready to sew. This is Option 3 flying geese of the Square in a Square technique. Half-square Triangles - this same ruler will make half square triangles four at a time in ANY SIZE.  As a bonus, you can make them all the same color, all different colors or any combination.  When you get these cut into the sizes you want, they are ready to go; no dog ears and no papers to peal and no need to square up. This is Option 4 of the Square in a Square technique. 41 Different Options - there are currently 41 different Options available with the Square in a Square technique ruler.  Notice:  In order to really see the benefits of the amazing Square in a Square technique, it is recommended at a minimum to also get the main workbook for the system at the same time.  See the Square in a Square Reference book, Vol 1.  - consider the savings on shipping by having 2 or more products in your order. Extra:  The Square in a Square technique ruler is the ruler needed to do all of the "Options" - an "option" is a triangle unit and this same ruler will do all 41 Options currently available in this system.  This includes square in a square, flying geese, half-square triangles, quarter-square triangles, Canadian geese, pineapple block and 34 other triangle units. Reference Book Vol 1 - this is the main reference book for the Square in a Square technique and is considered a must product - this book highlights Options 1-17 (the square Options) >> Click Here Diamonds Reference Book Vol 2 - this is the next reference book for the Square in a Square technique - This book highlights Options 18-39 (the diamond Options) >> Click Here Options 40 and 41 use the same Original Ruler but are new Options that have been designed recently so are not contained in a book.  They can be purchased separately - details on links below. Option 40 (quarter square triangles) >> Click Here Option 41 (snow ball block) >> Click Here    Be sure and watch the videos for more information; call or email if you need sizing help or have questions.

Mini Ruler - R5 ruler or the Original R8 ruler is the first item you need to order...(Mini Ruler...i.e. smaller than Original)  With this new Square in a Square tool, you are now ready to experience the amazing Square in a Square technique. You will be sewing strips to squares using the Square in a Square ruler to cut the basic unit. Sewing straight strips to squares and then cutting them into triangle units makes your blocks extremely accurate. FEATURES: It doesn't say Mini on the package but this is the ruler that we call Mini Ruler; this is the original ruler in a new size. This new Square in a Square technique ruler features a 36 page book with: Instructions for 4 Options 7 patterns 4 blocks New ruler shape New look to cut down on glare and skid New ruler feature for Option 39 the trumpet block Many students prefer this smaller, easier to use size. However, for those wanting our larger original ruler again, select item R8 Original Technique Ruler. (see related items)

Grande Multipurpose Ruler 9" x 14" $39.95   The NEW Grande Multipurpose Ruler is just that.  A ruler that has multiple uses and is a complement to the Original and Mini Square in a Square Rulers. (this ruler does not take the place of our main rulers) Features: Cut squares Cut strips Cut surround strips for the basic square Cut the diamond units for Options 7, 18-39 Square up blocks Trim the Square units of the Square in a Square technique - Options 1-17 Trim flying geese Trim half-square triangles Trim quarter square triangles Trim the other 14 Options Helps create the Trumpet block (Option 39) Complements the Original Square in a Square or Mini rulers (does not take the place of these rulers) Easy to see lines, grids, and numbers Color-coded angles Teaching videos on Facebook, YouTube, and Square in a Square websites    Video: Be sure and watch the videos for more information; call or email if you need sizing help or have questions.  

    Square in a Square REFERENCE book $39.95 This is the main workbook for the Square in a Square system making it a "must have" book.  Step-by-step cutting and sewing instructions for Options 1 through 18. Instructions and detailed diagrams for 30 patterns, along with multiple sizing charts that will make figuring blocks in over 40 sizes a breeze! Full color photos of finished quilts. Also includes, Option sizing and variation charts, pattern adapting instructions and fabric measurement and figuring guides

Reference Book - Volume Two $39.95   THE DIAMOND BY THE SQUARE TECHNIQUE REFERENCE BOOK: Step-by-step cutting and sewing instructions for Options #1, 3, 4, 7, 18 thru 39. Instructions and detailed diagrams for several patterns, along with multiple sizing diamond charts that will make re-figuring blocks to any size a breeze. Full color photos of finished quilts. Also includes diamond Option sizing and variation charts, pattern adapting instructions and fabric measurement and figuring guides. The Square in a Square® system has always offered beautiful quilt designs with no triangle troubles. This new diamond book expands the design possibilities with 22 new Options. Jodi Barrows, the master at breaking down quilt designs into easy, achievable units has now dropped the unattainable patterns in your lap!

This Starter Pack provides you with the Original (or Mini) Ruler with both Reference Books and contains all 43 Options currently available with the Square in a Square method.              Retail Prices $207.65 - Special Price - $176 Original Square in a Square ruler - this is what makes it all happen - one tool does it all and in any size.  Choose Original Ruler or Mini Ruler in this pack. Reference Book, Vol 1 - contains the first 17 Options and personal charts for each Option (plus several quilt patterns) Diamonds by the Square Reference Book, Vol 2 - contains Options 18-39 and personal charts for each Option (plus several quilt patterns) Option 40 - the quarter-square triangle Option - this Option (March 2019) complete with charts for pattern adapting. Option 41 - the Snow Ball Option - this is a new Option and has pattern with charts. Option 42 - not released yet Option 43 - A Variation of Option 5/6- the Henhouse Block - new Option with pattern and charts NEW Option 44 - easily make multiple units of half-square triangles and flying geese - with patterns and updated chart.  This is an amazing game-changing Option

This is the beginning Starter Kit that we recommend: Original Square in a Square ruler - this is what makes it all happen - one tool does it all and in any size (this is our first recommended ruler to own) - Mini Ruler is a smaller version of the Original - great for smaller projects or when working with smaller pieces. (Mini ruler is a great one to have after you have the Original Reference Book, Vol 1 - contains the first 17 Options and personal charts for each Option All Options Starter Pack - Click Here  contains the Original Ruler, Reference Book, Vol 1, Diamonds by the Square Reference Book, Vol 2, PLUS the Option 40, Option 41 Snowball and Option 6 Henhouse block - with this package, you would have the main products and all 41 Options currently available.

Combination Book Pack Reference, Vol 1 - Reference Vol 2 - Option 40 & Option 41 Regular Price - $117.80 - Combo Special Price - $94 This is a great combination pack to order once you have the Original Ruler or Mini Ruler - These (4) items will give you all of the Options currently available (Options 1-41 with charts, patterns, pattern adapting information)

Get the Grande plus either the Mini Ruler or the Original Ruler Retail $69.90  Special Pack $65

Kisses from your Beloved pattern book $24.94 Sampler Quilt - great way to learn Square in a Square Kisses from your Beloved is a love story between Sadie and Duvall.  During the course of the story, the characters describe a pattern depicting what life is about during this time. A sampler quilt pattern - being a sampler pattern book, this is a great place to start to learn the Square in a Square technique.

Letters to a Soldier $29.95 This is the continuation story from Kisses from your Beloved.  This is a Civil War love story between Sadie and Duvall with side letters from cousins and others. Kisses from your Beloved covers the first half of the Civil War and Letters to a Soldier in the last half. Each of the 13 blocks tell a story.  This is also a great way to learn the Square in a Square method.

Description Option 40 - Quarter square triangles (The Hourglass Block) $13.95 Download - ePattern $14.95 for USA Mailed Pattern (for International customers, we can mail a copy with any additional order - let us know if desired) Easily made with organized color or scrappy Option Details: Options 1-17 highlighted in the Reference Book, Vol 1 Options 18-39 highlighted in the Diamonds by the Square Reference book, Vol 2 OPTION 40 - NEW - only available here Video: Be sure and watch the videos for more information; call or email if you need sizing help or have questions.  

Description Option 41 - Snowball Block $22.95 - hard copy pattern mailed $19.95 ePattern Download - immediate download $22.95 for USA Mailed Pattern (for International customers, we can mail a copy with any additional order - let us know if desired) Option 41 Snowball pattern - 10 pages Snowball pattern Charts for 3", 6", 9" and 12" blocks Multiple ideas for designs Video:  

Option Family Chart PLUS Option Overview Pages eDownload $25 These are the pages that Jodi uses during the Option Overview class on the Square in a Square technique.  You can make your own pages; we recommend using a blank card stock and numbering your Options.  Then put them in a 3 ring binder - making the Options like this has proven to be a good way to learn the Square in a Square quilt piecing technique. In our video series, we mention that instead of using these download pages, you can create your own by just using card stock paper. NOTICE:  Premium Members - this is a free download inside the Premium website and is included in your membership.

Shortcut Binding Tool (a Square in a Square product) $29.95 1.Create a binding and flange as one unit and sew down by machine 2.Two-sided binding information included  3. Use the tool to close the binding ends BONUS video series Receive a series of 2 instructional videos for online or download