Tiny nine patches might be nice with an applique border wo outer nine patch section. This basic patchwork pattern creates a checkerboard effect that can be used to piece. The ninepatch quilt block is probably the most used block in the quilting world. Although a single nine patch block is shown, you could use the same stitching paths for an entire quilt top assembled from nine patch blocks. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers. Dart around glorified nine patch throw quilt pattern pq11643 takes aweinspiring arithmetic to a new level. Magic baby birdie quilt the magic baby birdie quilt is for the busy quilter who likes the ease and magic of disappearing nine patch quilt blocks but the clean look of a quilt with sashing. Dart around glorified nine patch throw quilt pattern. The lowvolume fabric background make the new approach to the traditional nine patch really pop. Parent blocks made with 5 squares daughters that finish at 6.
How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new quilters. The most common way to assemble a ninepatch block is by attaching three uniform sized blocks across to form a single strip as illustrated below. Here are the two blocks that came from the strip sets you saw in this tutorial. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two. Refer to these instructions for stitching together most any quilt block that is laid out on a nine patch grid. Disappearing nine patch quilts are designed by arranging and sewing together nine squares to create a traditional nine patch quilt block. Create a patchwork of repeated straight lines across the quilt. Fix it rotate the block and join the longer rectangles as shown to make 32 block quarters. You can strip piece a single nine patch quilt block. Irish chain ninepatch quilt tutorial diary of a quilter. Any block that has seams that divide units equally into nine sections falls into the nine patch category. These days, most quilters will use a strip piecing method for making nine patches.
Classic nine patch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. You can use strips from full widths of fabric, the width of a fat quarter or grab your leftover jelly roll strips and sew along. Nine patch stretch quilt pattern nine patch quilt, scrappy quilts, easy quilts, quilt. Jan 09, 2017 the most common way to assemble a ninepatch block is by attaching three uniform sized blocks across to form a single strip as illustrated below. How to sew a basic ninepatch quilt block fabric406. In this video, kelly pederson hanson shares a technique that will make any quilter look like a seasoned artist. Nine patch quilt blocks are numerous and likewise, the sister block type the uneven nine patch. Magicians disappearing 9 patch this design is everything a quilt block pattern should be. This quilt is super fast and easy to quilt because you begin with simple nine patch quilt blocks. Classic ninepatch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. This free ebook includes 3 nine patch quilt patterns. Disappearing nine patch free quilt pattern using fat quarters. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new.
Parent blocks made with 312 squares daughters that finish at 414 square. Keep in mind, you can size these up or down to suit your taste. Did you know that you can strip piece a single block, too. I enjoyed learning your unique method for nine patch quilting. Nine patch quilt blocks can also be a compilation of smaller quilting units like. In this lesson, well use pre cut 5 charm squares and demonstrate the basics for assembling a nine patch block. There are hundreds of variations, perhaps even thousands. I made a quilt for my dollhouse, and the 9patch blocks measured an inch finished. Press all the seams open, and just like that, you have pieced a simple nine patch quilt block. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. Since i snapped a few pics along the way of my improved disappearing nine patch quilt for my little girl, i thought id throw together a quick little tutorial for anyone interested in this super easy, versatile block. After piecing the nine patch you make the block disappear by cutting it in half horizontally and vertically.
The nine patch block is an excellent beginner block with tons of design potential. Start with strips and end up with two different coordinating 9patch blocks. Prepare the quilt sandwich marked quilt top, batting, and backing. Aug 22, 2016 a new series im starting called sew with me. Disappearing 9patch quilt block national quilters circle. See more ideas about patch quilt, nine patch quilt and quilts. 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. Disappearing nine patch free quilt pattern using fat.
Where to begin when you are satisfied with the layout, begin stitching together the squares into ninepatch blocks as illustrated above. Classic quilt blocks nine patch a tutorial threadbare. I have a terrible time sticking to one project from start to finish. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. Press seams in directions indicated by arrows on diagrams. Squares of any consistent size can be used to assemble the parent nine patch blocks for a disappearing nine patch quilt. This weeks easy quilt block is made of nine small fabric squares arranged in a checkerboard pattern. Sometimes ill talk about quilting techniques, other times whats going on the quilt world like my. I made a quilt for my dollhouse, and the 9 patch blocks measured an inch finished. I used regular copy paper but in small sizes it can be a bit thick. I would enjoy making a oneinch finished 4 patch block.
Strip piecing is another option for piecing the nine patch block, and this method is useful for piecing multiple blocks quickly and easily. 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. Well go over a few different ways to construct the block. 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. From cute baby quilt patterns to free quilt patterns made from. Chain piecing is something i do, but love the idea leaving them togetherthat is a great new idea that i plan to use right away.
I made a test block, a while back and i was sharing it with paula j payne from quilting. Ill show you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options. Uneven nine patch block tutorial ive been contemplating this block for quite some time. Oct 04, 2019 i enjoyed learning your unique method for nine patch quilting. We say unfinished because you still have raw edges.
The product of a quilt block exchange, each quilt block is different from the others. At its most basic, it is nine different squares of fabric sewn together to form a larger square. Like the name implies, it features nine patchwork squares arranged in a threebythree grid, just let a chess board or tictactoe square. Each of these blocks can be included in a sampler quilt, or made on repeat for a quilt of their own. A nine patch is one of the most basic quilting blocks. I am currently handquilting a scrappy table topper quilt. Nine patch quilt blocks are usually strip pecially if you need a bunch of them.
In such small sizes its a lot easier to get an accurate block that using traditional piecing. Hopefully youve had some time to pull fabrics and plan some nine patch blocks using last weeks colouring sheet, and youre ready to sew. Parent blocks made with 412 squares daughters that finish at 534 square. Practice how to piece a quilt with this simple 9patch block. Do a spot check on several of the blocks to be sure. Changeup patchwork is the name of my newest sewing with nancy 3part tv series. Recommended for a beginner with some practice piecing to intermediate. To assembly ninepatch quilt blocks alternate 2 darklightdark units with 1 lightdarklight unit and sew them together, nesting the seams. Foundation paper piecing is a popular technique in making quilts but can be incredibly intimidating if you haven. See photo for pressing guide these blocks should finish 6 12. If youve always wondered how to make a patchwork quilt, this free ebook is just what you need. This gorgeous nine patch quilt pattern features 229 nine patch quilt blocks. But instead of leaving the block asis it is sliced into four equal sections to create the disappearing design learn more about the block s history and find additional assembly and design details in a disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern that was. The very first quilt i ever pieced was created from simple nine patch blocks.
On january 7, 2019 january 6, 2019 by the quilt police in uncategorized. This is probably the most commonly used type of quilt block made. If no direction is specified, press seam toward darker fabric. This method is quick, easy, and reduces the amount of cutting you will have to do. To mark, join the lines from one edge of the quilt top to the other. Easy assembly makes nine patches a quick block to sew. I did a queensize version of farmhouse from small blocks, spectacular quilts by kinch and storms. Sew together the remaining two thirds of the nested subunits. Or you could use up your stash to make a bed quilt for a special occasion or loved one. With simple nine patch blocks that form a single irish chain quilt pattern, you can create a beautiful quilt without knowing much about piecework. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time to. The perfect place to use this is a quilt made of nothing but nine patches, set edge to edge, with no sashing.
This tutorial will show you how to strippiece 9 patch blocks. The term nine patch refers to the triedandtrue quiltblock. I think uneven nine patch is very descriptive of this block. Learn how to make the essential ninepatch quilt block with easy strip piecing. Scrappy disappearing 9patch tutorial stitchery dickory dock. By simply sewing three strips together lengthwise, then cutting them across the three strips, segments can be made. Basic piecing with charms the nine patch block is great for beginners. I would enjoy making a oneinch finished 4patch block. These patchwork patterns are easy and fun to make and create stunning patchwork designs.
Nine patch blocks are comprised of nine units, laid out in three rows of three patches. Curved quilting softens the straight lines of piecing. You can make nine patches with dark squares in the corner. Four different dark fabrics are sewn in the parent blocks corners, but the midpoint slots repeat the same fabric. Making placemats using a modern disappearing 9 patch block. This block will measure 6 inch square, finished, once all the blocks are sewn together. I love making all kinds of quilts with nine patches in the patterns. This picnic blanket pattern combines rail fence blocks with nine patches and a bold black and white sashing for a quilt with a retro feel. 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. It is very easy to sew and sooooo many blocks use the ninepatch layout in construction. Use chain piecing to save thread and speed up the stitching. 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. This disappearing nine patch quilt block is made from neutral fabrics that are mostly a combination of black, gray and beige. As a quilter, you can at least appreciate the beauty of math, but the go.
Let me show you one right here, this square on the quilt is, each one is a different square of fabric, but theyre all the same size and then you sew them together. Repeat this pattern for a simple geometric design across the quilt. Mini nine patch quilt block tiny quilt qal sewn up. Album leaf is a ninepatch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9inch square. These are really easy to make and perfect for beginners. 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. Its easy to make, its easy to get great results, and it can be used in a variety of ways. Its similar to maple leaf and tea leaves quilt blocks, but with a difference. Oct 24, 2017 the nine patch path nine patch quilt pattern. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9patch blocks. From cute baby quilt patterns to free quilt patterns made from precuts, our selection is insanely extensive. And to inspire you to use nine patch blocks in a quilt of your own, heres a ninepatch quilt i.
When piecing the blocks, carefully pin and match the seams so that when you finish the blocks the seams match nicely together. Im going to show you two ways to sew this block, and both ways will yield a 6 block finished. You can make nine patches with dark squares in the. My first quilt was a nine patch, strip pieced for a doll bed, many, many years ago. If you make 3 or 4 nine patch blocks to begin with, youll have even more options for rearranging the strips and creating some unique, modern placemats. Quilters love free quilt patterns, especially free quilt patterns for beginners, and these 3 patchwork patterns fill the bill. Find nine patch quilt blocks, free quilting patterns, and more in this collection of nine patch mustsees.
Welcome to missouri star quilt companies beginning block series, today were going to learn how to make a nine patch. Both can be simple or challenging, depending on the number of pieces in each quilt patch. Sew with right sides together unless otherwise stated. According to the block size measurement chart above, from fabric a cut 5 squares, from fabric b cut 4 squares. That is a lot of very small double 9 patches squares in the 9 nine patch star quilt block pattern nine patch quilt blocks disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern nine patch and irish chain quilt, photo by upstatelisa. As long as all the blocks form a samesized square, you can go.
Week two of my classic quilt blocks series is always my favorite because its tutorial week, and i like to think your happily sewing along with me. First, assuming you have contrasting colors, the dark fabric wont show through the finished blocks, and second, youll be preparing the way, ironingwise, for super easy piecing of your finished nine patch blocks to other nine patch blocks later. Yet, theres more to a 9patch block than meets the eye. The blocks light center square results in small light squares at one corner of each daughter. Because of this, nine patches are the perfect block for either hand piecing or machine piecing. Aug 07, 2016 the humble nine patch is an essential quilt block. How to strip piece ninepatch 9patch quilt blocks with images.
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