Hen & Chicks - Opposing Corners

This one is super simple.   Just rectangles and squares with two different shades of yellow.  This is a block that would make a nice diagonal pattern if done in a full quilt.   

From yellow #1, cut a rectangle and a square.   From yellow #2, cut a rectangle and a square.  Use the cutting chart to determine the size.  The rectangles are the same size as two squares minus two seam allowances.  You will also need 3 squares of background.   

Sew a square of background fabric onto one end of each rectangle.  At the same trip to the, he sewing machine, sew a square of background fabric to either of the yellow squares.  

Unfortunately, it will take a second through the sewing machine to sew the last yellow square onto the other side of background square.   At this point you will press all 4 seams toward the yellow. Check the placement of your subunits at this point.  The background squares should form a diagonal line across the block and each yellow square should touch its matching rectangle

Now sew the three strips together and press away from the center strip.