The Rail Fence Quilt Block is from the Traditional Treasures Quilt Design. The simple, straight lines of this quilt block make it an instant classic. Download the Rail Fence Quilt Block as a PDF to print out the pattern. You'll need to enlarge the quilt block at 125%.

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The Rail Fence Quilt Block is from the Traditional Treasures Quilt Designs.
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The Rail Fence Quilt Block is from the Traditional Treasures Quilt Designs.
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To make the Rail Fence Quilt Block:

Cut:

A: Cut 4 from 3 different fabrics.

The Rail Fence Quilt Block features clean, simple lines.
©2007 Publications International, Ltd.
The Rail Fence Quilt Block features clean, simple lines.

Stitch:

Selecting an A from each fabric, stitch A to A to A; make 4. Always stitch fabrics in same order. Stitch squares together as shown in pattern to complete block.

The classic design of the Rail Fence Quilt Block lends itself to a variety of patterns and colors.
©2007 Publications International, Ltd.
The classic design of the Rail Fence Quilt Block
lends itself to a variety of patterns and colors.

Like this quilt block? Use it to make the Fenced Family Room Quilted Wall Hanging.

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ABOUT THE QUILT DESIGNER:

Lucie Sinkler is a versatile designer who specializes in both quilted and knitted projects. Her designs have appeared in national magazines such as Vogue, Christmas Crafts, and Knitting Made Easy.