On Point Quilt Calculator
This calculator helps you find out the size of triangles needed for an on-point quilt with or without sashings.
Simply enter the finished block size and sashing width in inches. If there is no sashing, enter 0.
The calculator will show you the sizes of corner and side triangle squares needed for your quilt design.
With these measurements, you can easily cut the right-sized triangles to create a visually appealing on-point quilt.
What is on point quilt?
An “on-point” quilt has blocks that are set on the diagonal, making it look like a diamond with edges that face up, down, and to the side.
To put together an on-point quilt, corner and side triangles are used to fill in the spaces around the edges.
The quilt is then sewn together in rows, starting at one corner and moving towards the middle.
How to find the corner triangles square size of on point quilt?
To calculate corner triangles:
- Finished Block Size / 1.414
- Round up to the nearest dimension on the ruler.
- Add 7/8″ to the result.
How to find the side triangles square size of on point quilt?
To calculate the square sizes of side triangle of on-point quilt:
- Finished Block Size * 1.414
- Round up to the nearest dimension on the ruler.
- Add 1-1/4″ to the result.
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