Monkey Wrench

The Monkey Wrench quilt block, also known as the Churn Dash, has roots that date back to the 19th century. Its name, Monkey Wrench, is said to derive from the resemblance of the block’s central square and triangle configuration to the shape of a wrench. The block gained popularity during the pioneer era, and its enduring appeal continues to inspire modern quilters today. At its core, the Monkey Wrench quilt block consists of a central square, flanked by half-square triangles on each side. This seemingly straightforward arrangement allows for endless variations and adaptations. Quilters can play with color, scale, and layout to create diverse and visually striking quilts. The monkey wrench quilt pattern was also used as a secret code used by enslaved people on the Underground Railroad to signal that it was time to gather tools for their escape Cutting instructions Inside monkey wrench block 2 in squares - 2 of each red and cream 7/8 by 9 inch rectangles of each the red and cream fabric outside monkey wrench block 2 1/2 inch squares - 2 of each cream and brown 1 1/4 by 15 inch rectangles of a cream and blue fabric #monkeywrench #pambuda #moda #maplehouse You can find the fabric at FatQuarter Shop, Missouri Star, Etsy. Just google! #missouristarquiltco #fatquartershop #samplerquilts #monkeywrench #undergroundrailroad contact me: email: sewblessedbyjess @gmail.com facebook: sew blessed by Jessica IG : sewblessedby_jessica #quilting #quilttutorial #quiltinglove #quilter #sewingtips #sewinghacks #sewingtutorial #sewing #janome #fatquartershoptx #missouristarquiltco #sewingforbeginner