Split Rects
$ 32.50
Finally a tool for dealing with pieced rectangles that is easy to use and accurate. The Split Rects ruler gives you all you need to make perfect units every time: charts for the starting strips, guide lines for cutting the elongated triangles, an angled edge for easy cutting, and a trim down section that enables each pieced unit to be quickly and exactly trimmed to the desired size with perfect placement of the angled seam. Another great tool that is exactly right for your next quilt!
Details
- Ruler Size: approximately 7" x 11"
- Eight unit size options from ½" x 1" finished units to 4" x 8" finished units in half inch increments
- Step by step illustrated instructions, available to download
- Illustrated instructions for left hand cutting and trimming
- Fine lines for higher accuracy
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (see below, also on YouTube)
- Numerous companion patterns available
- Item # DT13
Video Demonstration
Mama Bear's Paws
$ 12.40
This quilt is a fun take on a traditional Bear Paw block; you can use fat quarters or scraps, or even your leftover cutaways from Corner Beam units! The Split Rects tool makes perfect half rectangles every time!
Details
- Three project sizes: Crib, Lap, Full
- Required tools: Split Rects®, Tucker Trimmer® III
- Fabric: Assorted Medium/Dark, Background, Dark Border, Accent, Multi
- Pattern # DTP091
Magic Carpet
$ 12.40
Learn how to make this fun star block and complement it with a great framing chain to create something stunning. Having good contrast between the background and other fabrics will make this quilt really pop, so pay attention to color placement throughout. This is great for expanding your skills and learning a new technique!
Details
- Finished project size: Twin (76” x 104”) and Queen (100” x 100”)
- Required tools: Four Patch Square Up, Tucker Trimmer I, Split Rects, and Wing Clipper I
- Fabric: Eight colors and a background
- Pattern # DTP082
Diamonds and Pearls
$ 12.40
Is it diamonds or pearls that are a girl’s best friend? Well, why not both! Use the Split Rects tool to make faceted diamonds that intermix with pearl-like Square Squared units to create elegant strands of diamonds and pearls across your quilt top. The pattern is designed to work with precuts, so your quilt will be loaded with color variations.
Details
- Project size: 64” x 88”
- Required tools: Split Rects and Square Squared
- Uses multicolored scrap fabrics, a background fabric, and border fabric
- Pattern # DTP072
Calypso
$ 12.40
On the beach, at night, waves crashing, music on the breeze . . . enjoy the rhythm of the islands with our Calypso pattern! Using a combination of three different Studio 180 Design tools, you’ll be making a variety of different units as you build the four Calypso blocks. Then you too can capture the motion of the ocean with the gently undulating color blocking that makes this such a compelling pattern.
Designed by Beth Sidley of Park Bench Design
Details
- Project size: 86" x 86
- Required tools:Large Square Squared, Corner Beam, Split Rects
- Fabric: Focus, Accent, Background 1, Background 2
- Pattern # Mod016
Fiesta
$ 12.40
Olé! Spinning around and around this unusual star will amaze you with its simple construction; making spikey stars has never been so easy! By using the Split Rects and Corner Pop together you get a unique combination of sharp points that are perfect every time. This project is perfect for the stack of 10” squares awaiting its day to shine.
Details
- Project size: Lap, Twin, Queen
- Required tool: Split Rects, Corner Pop
- Fabric: Uses multicolored scraps, background fabric
- Pattern # Mod015
Prism
$ 12.40
This incredibly snazzy quilt was designed by Pam Goggans of Sager Creek Quilts & Yarnworks and is constructed using only Split Rectangle units! The pattern emerges with the combination of scrappy left and right slanting units strategically placed to create the large diamonds. And for a little extra bit of extra pizzazz some of the Split Rectangles units have double diagonal seams to add a dark pop of color to the diamond centers. Using the Split Rects you will have great success with the fun and interesting design.
Details
- Project size: 62" x 74"
- Required tools: Split Rects
- Fabrics: Assorted Fat Quarters, Background, Border, and Accent Fabric
- Pattern # DTPS05
Starget
$ 12.40
Deb was asked by the Vermont Quilt Festival to create a quilt for their 2014 Raffle. She wanted the design to be unique and different for that very special organization, and Starget was born. She hadn’t planned on writing a pattern for it, but there were so many requests she just couldn’t let her customers down! Starget uses 4 different tools, and while each of the units is easy to make, some of the units have several color combinations so organization is key. If you pay a little bit of attention and follow Deb’s tips for organization you ‘ll have a beautiful quilt that’s well worth the effort!
Details
- Project size : 88" x 104"
- Required tools: V Block, Square Squared, Wing Clipper 1, and Split Rects
- Fabrics: Light and Medium Backgrounds, two Dark Fabrics, and an Accent Fabric
- Pattern # DTP064
Wish Upon
$ 12.40
A quilt design frequently made with loads of scraps becomes challenging when using a coordinated grouping of colors. With Deb's pattern and a bit of organization, you'll easily be able to make this spectacular quilt. But, if simpler is more your style or you just prefer scrappy, the scrappy version is for you! Both versions included in the pattern.
Details
- Project size: Lap (68" x 80") or Full (80" x 92")
- Block size: 6" finished
- Required tool: Split Rects, Tucker Trimmer 1, and Wing Clipper 1
- 6 fabrics or scrappy fabrics + background + inner/outer border fabrics
- Pattern # DTP056
Northern Neighbours
$ 12.40
This beautiful quilt featuring intricate maple leaves and flying geese celebrates our Northern Neighbours. You’ll use Deb’s Corner Beam, Split Rects, and Wing Clipper 1 tools to make this captivating quilt.
Details
- Project size: Twin (70" x 95½") or King (104" x 104")
- Block size: 22½" finished
- Required tool: Corner Beam, Split Rects, and Wing Clipper I
- Background fabric + scrappy darks + inner/middle/outer border fabrics
- Pattern # DTP057
Fanfare
$ 12.40
This is a really fun and easy scrap project, and I’d be willing to bet you’ve got just the perfect fabrics in your stash for this one! For each fan, you will use two rectangles and two squares, one that’s fun and colorful, and one in your background fabric. You’ll be amazed at how simple this quilt is to put together with the perfectly sized units you’ll get with your Split Rects and Tucker Trimmer tools!
Details
- Project size: 52” x 73”
- Required tool: Split Rects and Tucker Trimmer I
- Highly recommended tool: Quilter’s Magic Wand
- Uses multicolored scrap fabrics, a background fabric, and an inner border fabric
- Pattern # DTP046
Split Rects Bonus Units Technique Sheet
$ 8.25
Use your Split Rects tool to make Elongated Combination and Hourglass Units to add spice to your sashings or create unique stars.
Details
- One page, laminated for durability
- Three hole punched for storage
- Companion for Split Rects tool
- Seven unit sizes from 1" x 2" to 4" x 8" finished
- Block and project suggestions included
- Free online video for unit construction and tool trim down (available soon!)
- Left Handed instructions available for download here
- Item # DTEC22
Video Demonstration