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Drunkard's Path
Quarter-circle seam block creating waves, circles, or paths
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Block Anatomy & Specs
Grid LayoutCurved
Standard Sizes6", 8", 10", 12"
Seams & Techniques:
Curved Seams
History & Origins of the Drunkard's Path Block
Associated with the Temperance movement of the late 19th century, Drunkard's Path uses curved quarter-circle seams. Depending on block rotation, it produces waves, bullseyes, or winding paths.
Cutting & Piecing Guide (12" Finished Block)
Precise unit cut sizes and step-by-step piecing instructions.
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Piece Cut List
12" Finished BlockCut 4 quarter-circle convex pieces and 4 concave background pieces from acrylic templates.
All measurements include a standard ¼" seam allowance. Finished block size: 12".
Step-by-Step Visual Assembly
1
Pin quarter-circle convex piece to concave background piece at center and both ends.
2
Gently ease curved seam while sewing 1/4" seam.
3
Press seam toward concave background piece.
4
Join 4 curved units into 2x2 master block.