This basic 9 patch quilt block tutorial features cutting and sewing instructions to make a 6, 9 and 12 9 patch quilt block. The repeat is a stunning quilt but that is for a later post. When it comes to making your quilt top perfectly square, this how to square a quilt block video tutorial is exactly what you need. According to the block size measurement chart above, from fabric a cut 5 squares, from fabric b cut 4 squares.
There were a couple of beautiful perkiomen valley split 9 patch quilts found in mooresville, nc that i. To tell you the truth, i wasnt crazy about the black and white color scheme, it just isnt me. At its most basic, it is nine different squares of fabric sewn together to form a larger square. I used a steady betty its great for laying quilt blocks out and being able to transfer them to the sewing machine area. Make a 2 x 9 patch block using 5 inch charm squares and a contrasting fabric for each. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. Lay out four background squares, four star points, and center block. This awesome, scrappy quilt project creates a colorful quilt block that you can sew together in no time. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two. I think this block is ideal for using precuts such as a 5. The world of disappearing quilt blocks is a fun one. Like the name implies, it features nine patchwork squares arranged in a threebythree grid, just let a chess board or tictactoe square. Once you have made your cuts you can turn the squares around to form a number of awesome looking finishes.
My collection of black and white fabrics is now a disappearing 9 patch quilt. My quilt drawing is shown in three fabrics but but i used a variety of yellows and golds along with one blackgold print and a single gray background. To mark, join the lines from one edge of the quilt top to the other. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time.
In a perfect world, all my patchwork quilt blocks would turn out perfect. Place your quilt square under the ruler and line up the corner of the quilt square with the 5. Near your sewing machine layout the block in the grid format as. Our free tutorial takes you step by step through the process. As many of my quilts are, this 9 patch is inspired by an antique quilt seen online. Do a spot check on several of the blocks to be sure.
Easy step by step uses 2 fat quarters to make two 1212 square quilt blocks. Make sure to line up the diagonal line of the ruler from the bottom left corner to the top right corner. Nine patch quilt blocks are numerous and likewise, the sister block type the uneven nine patch. That means the layout begins with a grid of nine squaresthree across and three down. Nine patch free quilt block patterns patchwork square.
If you want a cheat sheet, this shows the finished block size, with cutting sizes for the center patch and the two sets of setting triangles a. Those perfect squares and strips would come together perfectly to make a 12. Try one of these traditional nine patch quilt patterns. Nine patch quilt block pattern instructions step 1 choose block size and cut fabric. Before sewing the block together, it helps to understand the underlying structure of the quilt block. So i decided to go simple and modern with these gorgeous fabrics for a modern block design. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers. Simple ninepatch and hourglass blocks go modern in this pastel quilt. The 9 patch is a very basic block that is perfect for beginners and is considered to be a building block for skills. Decipher your quilt the calculations behind 9 patch blocks.
A nine patch is one of the most basic quilting blocks. Now repeat steps below to make another block photo not displayed. Smaller projects, like pillows and wall hangings, can have smaller blocks. The basic 9patch quilt block can easily be made with two fabrics and two different fabric stratassew strips together, sub cut into sections, then sew into a block. Disappearing 9 patch block tutorial the disappearing 9 patch quilt block is an ever so easy quilt block pattern to make.
And the block that they used most often was the ninepatch quilt block. From keeping your lines straight, to nesting seams, this foundation block is one that you will want to master. Most 9patch quilt blocks look best when lighter value and darker value fabrics are paired together to form a small checkerboard. Four square in a nine patch modern quilt block stitches. But instead of having to cut out 9 blocks for each block there is a faster way to put these together and i call it my cheater way. Feb 23, 2020 whether youre looking for a disappearing nine patch quilt pattern perfect for your guest room, living room, or babys nursery, weve got just what youre looking for. The 9 patch quilt block is seriously one of the most basic and easy quilt block. The resulting strips will be a bit wider than the stripe stitched to the centre square. This is probably the most commonly used type of quilt block made. I will definitely be making some more for another project. A nine patch quilt block is exactly what they name implies that they areone block made out of 9 smaller blocks. Large quilts typically have larger blocks that are 9 to 15 inches square.
Classic ninepatch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. We say unfinished because you still have raw edges. There is nothing worse than going to finish combining your quilt. For many years, nine patches were one of the first blocks taught to young girls learning how to quilt. For our nine patch quilt tutorial all our units will measure 6 12 inch square, unfinished.
Although a single ninepatch block is shown, you could use the same stitching paths for an entire quilt top assembled from ninepatch blocks. Nine patch blocks are comprised of nine units, laid out in three rows of three patches. Album leaf is a ninepatch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9inch square. Watch the process online at your convenience and find all the instructions in my new book, changeup patchwork. And to inspire you to use nine patch blocks in a quilt of your own, heres a ninepatch quilt i. The disappearing 9 patch quilt block is another super easy quilt block tutorial. The following picture shows the latest project i sewed with this 9patch quilt block as an example. Sew together the remaining two thirds of the nested subunits. Now cut 2 12 in strip of each side of the block ensuring that you cut in opposite pairs. Album leaf has a light signature panel that was used to make friendship quilts for friends and familyeveryone who made a quilt block signed with a name, message, or both. These are really easy to make and perfect for beginners. Uneven nine patch quilt pattern antique style you may remember i posted these blocks.
I did not want to square down, so i plotted out a paper template that when three strips are put together it is. I want to do a quilt one plain block 9by 9 and then the other ones a 9 inch blockusing two colors and cutting strips 312 and end up with a none inch blockproblems,,i want the quilt to the floor so would need 108 across and maybe 108 squarehow many blocks would i needany advice is welcome. How to square up a quilt block beginner sewing series. Divide the size of your block by three to determine the size of each square in the block. Assembling the strip sets into nine patch blocks count the subunits and set aside one third of them. Add 12 inch to the measurements to allow for seam allowances. For todays decipher your quilt post, leanne of she can quilt and i will both be talking about 9 patch blocks leanne is showing you how to identify 9 patch blocks and quilts, and i will be discussing the maths behind them. I love quick and simple quilt blocks but sometimes they can be boring. Mix it up with a few fun rotary cuts and you have yourself a super quick, simple and easy to sew quilt block. Sew a bright table topper using precut print strips and solid white. This is a sweet little technique for making nine patch quilt blocks two at a timea positive dark squares in the corners and a negative light squares in the cornersfrom two squares of fabric. But i wanted to use colors outside my comfort zone, and i really like how it. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new.
Prepare the quilt sandwich marked quilt top, batting, and backing. The math above will allow you to make your block any size. Watch the video below or scroll down for the written. Basic 9 patch quilt block free quilt pattern craft passion. We used squares from the moda simply colorful range to make this square and i love the colors in this pack. Nine patches are a traditional quilt block made with nine simple squares. The scrappy nine patch quilt block is the frugal quilters dream come true. Album leaf has a central patch that can be used for signatures.
Here are the two blocks that came from the strip sets you saw in this tutorial. Since i mixed the 9patch quilt block with a square fabric, this patchwork is called double 9patch quilt. Learn how to square up a quilt block easily for your patchwork quilts too. Pattern and tutorial to sew an oven mitt with this quilt block coming up soon. The perfect place to use this is a quilt made of nothing but nine patches, set edge to edge, with no sashing. Use chain piecing to save thread and speed up the stitching. This simple patchwork block can be transformed into a disappearing 9 patch and look amazing. Disappearing 9 patch quilt patch quilt, 9 patch quilt. This gorgeous nine patch quilt pattern features 229 nine patch quilt blocks.
Where to begin when you are satisfied with the layout, begin stitching together the squares into ninepatch blocks as illustrated above. A super scrappy workshop by bonnie hunter bust that stash of 2 12 squares. Its similar to maple leaf and tea leaves quilt blocks, but with a difference. Both can be simple or challenging, depending on the number of pieces in each quilt patch. How to square up a quilt block with precision quilts by jen. You should have 15 nine patch quilt blocks and 15 solid blocks. Three rows of three squares create quilt design that is versatile, traditional and trendy all at the same time. Nineinch quilt blocks are nearly always ninepatch designs. This quilt block is designed for mahine sewing only as patches will be sewn together and then sliced apart. I think the clincher for me was when i sighted the block recently in a very old antique quilt. See more ideas about nine patch quilt, patch quilt and quilt patterns. Ive managed to avoid the evil m word up until now, but maths is a really important part of quilts and geometry so i cant really avoid it any longer.
I think this makes a beautiful quilt for a man thats my plan. Card trick quilt block pattern is a favorite patchwork quilt block churn dash quilt block is an easy traditional quilt block diamond panes quilt blocks are made with large triangles separated by a narrow sashing garden maze quilt block pattern is a traditional favorite grecian square quilt block pattern is a block similar. I hope that a beginning quilter wont feel overwhelmed by the 4 square in a nine patch modern quilt block and a seasoned quilter may want to quickly bust this block out for a fast project. You can use your quilt ruler to square up any quilt square that is smaller than your ruler. Nine patch quilt block tutorial simple simon and company. This block will measure 6 inch square, finished, once all the blocks are sewn together. The 9 patch is considered a basic foundation block in quilting that can help your build your skills in so many ways. For instructions for hand sewing this block, please see the pattern for the mosia quilt block.