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. See more ideas about nine patch quilt, patch quilt and quilt patterns. Enter the 9 inch block not too big and not too small, but just fits the bill. Find the easy answer with our free downloadable cheat sheets for 8 quilt sizes from twin to california king. I got the pattern from one of my favorite easy quilt books, judy sisneros 9patch pizzazz. The four patch block is one of the simplest pieced quilt blocks. Album leaf is a ninepatch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9inch square. For our nine patch quilt tutorial all our units will measure 6 12 inch square, unfinished. Part of the beauty of the quilt block is the placement of the pieces once you give them a cut. Classic ninepatch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. After youve made your nine patch, find the middle of the block and use your quilt ruler to help you cut a straight line down the middle. Changeup patchwork is the name of my newest sewing with nancy 3part tv series. A nine patch quilt block is exactly what they name implies that they areone block made out of 9 smaller blocks.
After doing a lot of research i realized the 9patch quilt block is the ideal place to start. Do a spot check on several of the blocks to be sure. And the block that they used most often was the nine patch quilt block. The scrappy nine patch quilt block is the frugal quilters dream come true. Another easy layout is to follow any variation of a 9 patch pattern. Quiltmaking is an art that is often passed down through the generations. The ninepatch quilt block is one of the best blocks if youre a beginning quilter. Yet, theres more to a 9patch block than meets the eye. The result 1 34 inches by 3 inches would produce a 5 14inch finished grid. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. I love quick and simple quilt blocks but sometimes they can be boring. The 9 patch is considered a basic foundation block in quilting that can help your build your skills in so many ways.
For some time ive been wanting to really dive into the topic of quilting. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. We say unfinished because you still have raw edges. Choose your desired quilt block size below to see all the available patterns currently available.
Depending on your chosen design, you may find that block pattern in a variety of sizes. What size should the center be and what size should logs be to attain the finished size. A quilt top made of ninepatch blocks, whether basic or complex, may vary from the very simple to extremely complex, both in the geometry as well as the colorplay. Four patch blocks can be made using 2, 3 or 4 different fabrics depending on the effect you are afte. I want to make a 9 finished size log cabin block and am having a bit of a problem. This quilt block is made up of 5 nine patch blocks centered to make an x. This block will measure 6 inch square, finished, once all the blocks are sewn together. Or, id like to make your stacked coins quilt, but in a queen size. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9patch blocks. But at times, you want to make a block that is a little smaller and uses easy math. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time.
Learn how to change the size of any quilt block the spruce crafts. Fourpatch and ninepatch quilt blocks are routinely subdivided to create more intricate patterns, but once you become a block watcher it will be. 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. Check and doublecheck your seam allowance to make sure its really 14inch. This awesome, scrappy quilt project creates a colorful quilt block that you can sew together in no time. The disappearing nine patch quilt pattern is that way. In finishedsize quilting, you can make any 9patch block finish at 9 using just the 3 line on your ruler. Jenny doan demonstrates how to make an easy nine patch swap quilt using yardage and 5 inch squares of precut fabric charm packs. Vroomans quilts quick piecing tutorial for twin sister block. But instead of leaving the block asis it is sliced into four equal sections to create the disappearing design learn more about the blocks history and find additional assembly and design details in a disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern that was. Using a watersoluble marker or chalk, mark diagonal lines across quilt block.
Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern instructions. Ninepatch quilt block patterns of all types and sizes star quilt. Here are the cutting measurements for the nine patch quilt block in five sizes. Use my courthouse steps quilt block pattern to sew an easy variation of the traditional log cabin quilt block. You should have 15 nine patch quilt blocks and 15 solid blocks. I made a test block, a while back and i was sharing it with paula j payne from quilting. Quilt blocks are designed and made in a many sizes.
How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new. Sew a bright table topper using precut print strips and solid white. The easier way is to make this block from strips of fabric sewn together and then recut into rows. We start by making a simple nine patch quilt block. Disappearing nine patch quilts are designed by arranging and sewing together nine squares to create a traditional nine patch quilt block. The nine patch block is one of the most simple blocks you can make. Try one of these traditional nine patch quilt patterns. If youre new to quilting and want to make a quilt block without using a pattern, a good one to start with is a nine patch. The book goes through some of the things to help you choose fabric. Friendship star quilt block instructions in 5 sizes.
Album leaf is a nine patch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9 inch square. Use 1 34inches finished squares in those units instead of the 1. While the ninepatch is a very simple block, it is also a block type that describes the style of the construction. Alternate your light and dark nine patch squares if you want, or use all the same, either will make a pretty quilt. Nine patch quilt block tutorial simple simon and company.
Here we go first, make a plain ol nine patch block. Cut two contrasting squares equal to the finished size of the nine patch block plus 11. For this months edition of our quilt block of the month we are going to show you how to use a plain, square block to make a quilt. Here are some 9 patch quilt block instructions using just 2 fabrics.
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. We did a vertical seam but its just so pretty on there. In this video, kelly pederson hanson shares a technique that will make any quilter look like a seasoned artist. See how to quilt a straight line design and an orange peel design on a ninepatch quilt. Your solid squares are cut the same size as your unfinished nine patch blocks, which should measure 5 inches. D9p quick reference chart with images reference chart. The perfect place to use this is a quilt made of nothing but nine patches, set edge to edge, with no sashing. Or you could use up your stash to make a bed quilt for a special occasion or loved one.
Here are the two blocks that came from the strip sets you saw in this tutorial. The disappearing 9patch is a quick and easy quilt block that you can use to make a table runner, baby quilt, or other favorite project. Ill show you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options. The most common blooming nine patch is a onecolor quilt, gradually increasing the darkness of that color in each fabric. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial. My question is what measurements should each patch be.
Keep in mind, you can size these up or down to suit your taste. Before sewing the block together, it helps to understand the underlying structure of the quilt block. 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. 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. Choose your block size, cut your fabric accordingly and follow the instructions below to make the block. The nine patch quilt block has many different variations split nine patch, double nine patch. Ninepatch block quilts are deceptively simple, but they can be made intricate though not difficultwhen using the right. Most 9 patch quilt blocks look best when lighter value and darker value fabrics are paired together to form a small checkerboard. This simple patchwork block can be transformed into a disappearing 9 patch and look amazing. Make a 9 patch swap quilt with jenny doan of missouri star. Disapearing 9 patch quilt block tutorial patchwork posse. Instead, make a quilt block that finishes at about 15 inches.
Like the name implies, it features nine patchwork squares arranged in a threebythree grid, just let a chess board or tictactoe square. Log cabin quilt block need cutting instructions for a 9. Simple ninepatch and hourglass blocks go modern in this pastel quilt. Some people may also call this puss in the corner block, although this has many variations and can be more complex than the block which i am sharing today. Ninepatch quilt block patterns of all types and sizes. The ninepatch block is one of the simplest quilt blocks to make, yet it looks deceptively difficult when finished. Easy courthouse steps quilt block and quilt pattern. The simple nine patch quilt block pattern is easy to make.
I think uneven nine patch is very descriptive of this block. Remember, its okay if your quilt block measurements dont exactly to the sizes above, just try to keep in mind the size of the mattress and how much coverage you think the quilt recipient will want. How many more charm packs and how much yardage would i need. Decipher your quilt the calculations behind 9 patch blocks. And to inspire you to use nine patch blocks in a quilt of your own, heres a ninepatch quilt i made a few years ago. Learn how to take the simple disappearing 9patch quilt pattern and create a large quilt using precut 10 squareslayer cakes. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. This quilt is made up of 9patch blocks and plain blocks. Easy quilt layouts for beginning quilters simple simon. This basic 9 patch quilt block tutorial features cutting and sewing instructions to make a 6, 9 and 12 9 patch quilt block. However, if you are making enough blocks for a big quilt, that would take you a long time.
To make the triangles jitters quilt as a queen, simply use the throw quilt as a base, but make the hsts 10. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the seasoned. Select your fabrics and lay them out how you want them in the 9patch. There is no question that 12 quilt blocks are the most commonly used. Our stepbysteps make it easy to recreate this quilting with your home machine. It is made by sewing 4 squares the same size together to make a larger square. I think this block is ideal for using precuts such as a 5. Disappearing 9patch with layer cakes reannalily designs. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block. Now the block were looking at is this one right here. Raevenfea disappearing ninepatch with sizing table. I absolutely love using this software because it makes designing quilts and changing their layouts soooooo easy. Disappearing 9patch quilt block national quilters circle. I went ahead and drafted instructions for two versions of the block one with all the strips cut an even width, and one with a larger center square.
We used simply chic charm pack by anna stuart for benartex. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers. Beginner block lotto is a pretty country ninepatch block thats put on point by surrounding it with corner triangles. To calculate starting squares from finished block size. Uneven nine patch block tutorial ive been contemplating this block for quite some time. This is a simple, modern and elegant hip to be square quilt pattern that you can get for free. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two.