Quilt block · Sixty-degree · Intermediate
Hexagon quilt block
One hexagon of one fabric: a plain block to set between pieced ones in a hexagon layout. Also called Honeycomb.
How it’s cut
No cutting list here. A single hexagon goes in a hexagon layout, not in a square one, so it isn’t cut as a square block. Measured across the flats, its pieces cut from strips with a 60° ruler at 4″, 5″, 6″, 7″ and 8″. In Quarter Inch, start a Hexagons quilt and it works out the cutting for the whole quilt.
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Questions
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Is Hexagon the same block as Honeycomb?
Usually, yes. Block names vary by region and by book, and the same block is often sold under several. Our library lists Honeycomb as other name for this one, so a search for any of them finds it.
What size should I make it?
Measured across the flats, its pieces cut from strips with a 60° ruler at 4″, 5″, 6″, 7″ and 8″. Across the flats means from one straight side to the side opposite, as hexagon rulers measure.
Can I paper piece it?
There’s nothing to piece on a foundation: it’s one piece. Hexagon blocks are often English paper pieced instead: sewn by hand over papers.
Is it a good block for a beginner?
It’s an intermediate block: 1 piece in 1 shape and pieces cut on the bias off the square grid. Take it slowly and check each piece against the list. We work the level out from the block’s own geometry, never by eye.