Two and 1/2 inch Squares

I have a lot of 2 1/2 inch squares that I have been saving. This is from left over material that has been made into quilts. What kind of block or quilt can I make with 4 sq's, 6 sq's, 8 sq's or 12 sq's. I can use some ideas if anyone has can help. Sandy$

Here's my 2c! How about making them into the 8 sq's to see how many there would be. Then see how many of these it would take to make a nice size lap quilt with a flannel back for a cozy cool evening of watching TV. If you still have a lot more left, then go ahead and make a charm quilt for a full size bed, or just a big twin size quilt. I'll be glad to send my address! Barbara in SC and sometimes in FL

Hello Barbara, Thanks for your ideas to get rid of some of these 2 1/2 inch square an d it just occurred to me that if I put sashing between them to separate the squares, thinking maybe a 9 square or even a 12 square would make a great quilt. I can probably make a couple of regular and crib quilts and even so mething for those cold nights here in the winter in Idaho. Sandy$

Hello Barbara, Thanks for your ideas to get rid of some of these 2 1/2 inch square and it just occurred to me that if I put sashing between them to separate the squares, thinking maybe a 9 square or even a 12 square would make a great quilt. I can probably make a couple of regular and crib quilts and even something for those cold nights here in the winter in Idaho. Sandy$

Good luck using all your smaller squares! I really like the idea of using sashing between the 8" squares, maybe a color to go with the rug or curtains? Barbara

Hello Barbara, Great idea, just as soon as I get the present quilt top done I will try it. Sandy$

Here's another idea for those 2-1/2 inch squares. This tutorial starts with 5" pre-cuts, but ends up with 2-1/2" pieces (2" finished).

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