MOTH CHARM BLOCKS • 1

patterns & assembly Each block has fi ve sections labeled A through E. Instructions for piecing the sections are included on each pattern (pages 2-5), but some general directions apply to all the patterns:

The pattern sections have a 1/4” seam allowance built in that is indicated by the outermost dashed line. Trim your paper pattern pieces outside of this dashed line. Foundation paper piece each section and trim to the dashed line. Because these patterns are small, precision is key to ensuring your sections line up. Be accurate and consistent when trimming your sections. Sew on the outer solid line when piecing sections and always check your alignment before stitching. You can also fi nd more paper piecing tips on social media with my hashtag #paperpiecingtips.

After piecing two sections together, remove your paper from the sewn seam allowance only and press your seams open and as fl at as possible. This helps to reduce bulk and keep your overall size accurate. Repeat these steps each time you piece two sections.

Once all your sections are pieced, your block should measure 5.5” and is ready to be used as a 5” fi nished block. If you’d like to use your block as a 4.5” fi nished square, you can trim your block to the outer solid line, which should measure 5”. Be sure to check this measurement before trimming as minor size changes can occur when piecing.

I hope you enjoy these spunky little ladies! Please use the hashtags #mothcharmblocks and #lillyellastitchery when sharing your creations!

Say hello to Lita, Viv and Siouxsie (and now Jett!). These little paper pieced blocks measure 5.5” after piecing and can be used as a 5” or 4.5” fi nished square, making them perfect for mixing with 5” charm squares and also my coordinating Butterfl y Charm Blocks. Please read through the pattern before beginning.

A FOUNDATION PAPER PIECING PATTERN SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED BEGINNER

MOTH charm blocks

This pattern is for personal use and may not be copied or distributed.

Featured fabrics: Top photo - Winrer Shimmer by Jennifer Sampou and Manchester from Robert Kaufman Bottom photo - Various lines from Me + You Indah Batiks

LITAA

1 2

34

5

6 87

LITAB

12

34

5

6

7

LITAD

LITAE

12

1

3

2

4

3

5

4

76

5

8

6

7

LITAC

12 3

45

67

1” SCALE

LITA {moth charm block}

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Join section A to section B. Join section D to E. Join these units to the body, section C.

This pattern can easily be modified to make piecing easier or simply to create a different look. You can eliminate some segments within the wings or body for a simplified version or for a silhouette look. For example, on sections A and D, you can combine segments 1 and 2, or segments 1 thru 4. The same method can apply to the bottom wings and the body.

VIVA

VIVC

1

2

2

1

3

3

VIVB

1

2 3

4

4

5

56

6

VIVD

2

1

3

4

5

6

VIVE

1

23

7

1” SCALE

VIV {moth charm block}

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Join section A to section B. Join section D to E. Join these units to the body, section C.

This pattern can easily be modified to make piecing easier or simply to create a different look. You can eliminate some segments within the wings or body for a simplified version or for a silhouette look. On sections A and D, you can combine segments 1 and 2, 1 and 3, or 1 through 3. The same method can apply with segments 1, 4 and 5 on the body, section C.

SIOUXSIE

C

12 3

45

67

SIOUXSIEA

SIOUXSIEB

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

7

SIOUXSIED

SIOUXSIEE

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

7

1” SCALE

SIOUXSIE {moth charm block}

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Join section A to section B. Join section D to E. Join these units to the body, section C.

This pattern can easily be modified to make piecing easier or simply to create a different look. You can eliminate some segments within the wings or body for a simplified version or for a silhouette look. For example, on sections A and D, you can combine segments 1 and 2, 1 and 3, or segments 1 thru 3. The same method can apply to the bottom wings and the body.

JETT

C

JETT

A

JETT

B

1

1

1

3

2

2

23

3

5

4

4

4

5

5 7

6

6 6

7

7

8

8

9

9

10

10

11

JETT

D

JETT

E

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

8

8

9

9

10

10

11

JETT {moth charm block}

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Join section A to section B. Join section D to E. Join these units to section C.

This pattern can easily be modified to make piecing easier or simply to create a different look. You can eliminate some segments within the wings or body for a simplified version or for a silhouette look. For example, on sections A and D, you can combine segments 1 and 2, or 1, 2, and 3, or even segments 1 thru 5. The same method can apply to the bottom wings and the body.

SIOUXSIE

C

12 3

45

67

SIOUXSIEA

SIOUXSIEB

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

7

SIOUXSIED

SIOUXSIEE

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

7

1” SCALE

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lita

viv

jett

siouxsie