2. Stitch 2 1/2" x 8 1/2" strips to top/bottom of each segment (Diagram II) to make Illusion Block. Make in fabric arrangements and quantities shown. 3. Note: Refer to Assembly Diagram for following steps. Watching placement of blocks, stitch 9 rows of 9 blocks each. Sew rows together. 4. Sew black dot 96" strips to sides; trim even with top and bottom. Sew remaining black dot strips to top and bottom; trim even with sides. Stitch black floral 97" strips to sides; trim even with top/bottom. Stitch remaining black floral strips to top/bottom; trim even with sides. 5. Layer, baste, and quilt. Leah machine quilted an overall continuous leaf and flower design on her quilt. Bind with black floral (see Quiltmaking Fundamentals).