This classic, darling block simply couldn’t be easier to create and enjoy than by using this AccuQuilt Block on Board die. Have floral fun changing the look of this block with color and fabric placement and you’re sure to fall in love with its versatility, too.

AQ Cutting Mat Required: GO! Cutting Mat, 6 in. x 12 in. (15.2 cm x 30.4 cm)

How to Die Cut 4-Color Magnolia Bud Blocks:

For best cutting results, position fabric on the lengthwise grain (straight of grain) as it goes under the roller. Tip: The die is specially designed to cut one complete 4-color 7" finished block in one pass through the cutter.

• Fabric Color 1:
  • Cut one 4 1/2" square. Place right side up over shape A.
  • Cut one 6 1/2" x 4 3/4" rectangle. Fanfold and place over shapes D to cut 2 mirrored shape sets, 4 shapes total. (There will be an extra mirrored shape set. Set aside for next block.)
• Fabric Color 2:
  • Cut three 2 3/4" x 4 3/4" rectangles. Place right side up over shapes B & C to cut three of each shape.
  • Cut one 6 1/2" x 4 3/4" rectangle. Fanfold and place over shapes D to cut 2 mirrored shape sets, 4 shapes total.
• Fabric Color 3: Cut one 1 7/8" square. Place right side up over shape C to cut one shape.
• Fabric Color 4: Cut one 6 1/2" x 4 3/4" rectangle. Fanfold and place over shapes D to cut 2 mirrored shape sets, 4 shapes total. (There will be an extra mirrored shape set. Set aside for next block.)

Why Quilters Love the GO! Magnolia Bud Die: 

• The Magnolia Bud Quilt Block is an elegant pattern that captures the essence of a blooming magnolia flower with geometric lines. Its simplicity makes it a favorite among quilters, evoking the timeless beauty of magnolia blossoms.
• Magnolia Bud is a Block on Board® (BOB®) die which means it’s specially designed to cut a 4-color, 7" block in one pass through the cutter.
• No Y seams! No paper piecing! Magnolia Bud includes 5 shapes that are time-consuming to cut by hand.
• Magnolia Bud features specialized dog-ears and ¼" seam allowances for easy alignment and piecing.
• Magnolia Bud includes screen printed letters on die for easier piecing and organization of shapes.
• Free pattern downloads and step-by-step block assembly instructions are available to get you started.
• Charm Square-friendly
• Do you EQ? If you have Electric Quilt ® software, you can use it to create your own Magnolia Bud designs from their block library and cut your fabric.

AccuQuilt Benefits: 

• Cut so much more fabric in less time. 
• Get accurate cuts every time -- No slipping rulers or mistakes
• Easiest to use -- Simply place die on cutter, then fabric and cutting mat on top
• Save fabric with Two Tone Foam -- Get more out of your fabric by placing it only over the shape you want to cut. 
• Safe to use -- No blades come anywhere near your fingers

Die Tips: 

• With some fabrics, after cutting, a thread or two will remain where die blades meet. Snip threads with scissors. 
• Blades on some dies are positioned at an angle.  Align fabric to edge of shape, not edge of die board. 
• Use good quality fabric to reduce fabric stretch. 
• It's always a good idea to test cut one shape before cutting many shapes to ensure fabric orientation is correct.