Triangle in a Square / V-block / Peaky and Spike / 2 Peaks in 1 Quilt Block Tutorial

In this video, I show three ways to make a “triangle-in-a-square” quilt block. I show it as a “V-block” using the Deb Tucker V-block Ruler. Then, I show “Peaky and Spike” using the Creative Grids 2 Peaks in 1 ruler. Last, I show a method using only standard rulers as written in the 2023 Marvelous Mystery Instructions.
Whatever you call it, this block can be used in so many quilts!

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[azflower]

Your method of doing this with rulers is SO much more concise than someone else who did a video with a complex "formula" for cutting the square and side triangles. Wow - so much easier using your method! Thank you!!!

[dimples]

Excellent tutorial! Very helpful seeing the block made with a regular ruler. Time-consuming and wastes fabric, 😂 but good to know! Thanks!

[kathieheath]

I happy to see this block referred to as Peaky and Spike. Doreen Speckman deserves credit for her block, and for the tri-recs rulers

[notesfromleisa-land]

TIS is one of my favorite blocks. Thank you for demonstrating the tools to make this block. I have both DT’s V block and TriRecs rulers. I use TriRecs for the triangle an V blocks for the sides and trim down. My advice to any new quilter is to invest in rulers that will save you time, effort and money for any block with high bias. Split rectangles, flying geese, TIS, diamond rectangles, cats cradle all benefit from slight oversizing and accurate trim down. Your quilting will get better faster. These blocks depend on perfect cutting, sewing and pressing. These rulers insert forgiveness. I make all of these blocks often. I would not quilt without them.

[ToniGuerrero]

Thank you! Wow, this is SO much easier than I expected, I was rather terrified, but you have made it look simple. I'll get started now.

[henny]

Muy bien explicado, ahora voy a hacerlo ya comentaré como salió. Gracias muy bonito😊😊😊😊😊😊

[nancystruble]

Excellent tutorial! I wonder if you could make half rectangle triangles using the last method?

[gbyrd]

There's also a set of templates called the tri recs set that work for this

[wendyaltman]

I'll be using the no-extra-tool method, with just the simple rulers. I understand the 4.5" square, but what is the measurement for the rectangles you cut? It appears to be 5" x 3", but I'd like to be accurate and use your measurement - thank you! Your instructions for all methods are the easiest I've seen, and simple to understand.