Jan 26, 2014 the math above will allow you to make your block any size. Using simple measurements, a 9 patch block finishes at 6, 9, or 12 inches. There are two seams in a nine patch block, and each seam has 12 inches of seam allowances 14 on each side. The hundred patch charm quilt uses 100 twoinch squares in each of 12 scrap quilt 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. She chose new hope charm packs by jo morton for moda fabrics. After i sew them together and make one big square, i cut it in half. Your lights and darks can all be different or all the same, but they must contrast with each other. The evening star quilt block is one of many variations of a sawtooth star blockthis time the star is light and the background is dark. Finished size means that is the size of the block after it is completely sewn into the quilt. The subunits should be the same width as the original strips.
How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new quilters. The friendship star quilt block is a great place to start when learning to quilt. Decipher your quilt the calculations behind 9 patch blocks. I would add a quarter inch to each of your starting squares, then trim the final block. A disappearing 9 patch block will be about one inch smaller than the simple nine patch. Nine patch quilting block beginner block quilting series missouri star quilt company. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial. At first glance, you might think this quilt design is a combination of several different blocks designsperhaps a 4patch paired with squares and rectangles. Choose 2 colors and 1 background color or 3 colors. Scrappy 9 patces and snowballs strippiecing is a fast, easy method of assembling patchwork blocks for quilting. Mar 17, 2009 nine patch quilting block beginner block quilting series missouri star quilt company. Well use a technique called connector corners to make the four flying geese units needed for this block.
I think this block is ideal for using precuts such as a 5. Using a scant 14 seam allowance, sew three horizontal rows of squares. Here are the cutting measurements for the nine patch quilt block in five sizes. If you want to cut the block in half vertically and horizontally, it seems to me that you would need to cut 2. The measurements divide easily and evenly for quick calculations. The simple nine patch quilt block pattern is easy to make. Its name is a result of the resemblance of the block s triangle and rectangle perimeter to a butter churn and the center square to the stick or dash of the butter churn. 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. The math above will allow you to make your block any size. 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. Accidental quilt block tutorial updated beyond sock.
If possible i will try to use strips, but i cant figure out what the width of the strips need to be to get a finished 8 12 block after sewn together. Nine patch quilting block beginner block quilting series. Sunrise quilt studio the life and projects of a longarm. If your seam allowances are accurate, this will measure 12 12 on to page 2. A 3 inch by 3inch finished square would be cut 3 12 inches by 312 inches.
The finished patch size is all you need to make the entire block. Ninepatch quilt block patterns of all types and sizes star quilt. Jenny demonstrates how to make a beautiful 9 patch madness quilt using 5 inch square of precut fabric. For a 6 inch finished nine patch blocks in the quilt, you need to cut 2 12 inch. Each 9 patch block finishes at 6 and each sashing strip finishes at 2. Quilters are pretty smart we like to make things easier for ourselves by choosing a block size that means cutting fabric in whole or half inch increments, rather than horrible fractions like 38 for example. There is nothing worse than going to finish combining your quilt. It is easy to determine the finished size of the block because you ignore the 12 inch part of the cut, which is for the seam allowances, and just add up the numbers. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. That would mean you make your cuts at 2 12, 3 12 or 4 12 inches, and the block would finish at 6, 9, or 12 inches. How to make a 9patch quilt block, sewing with nancy zieman, change. Charming butterfly blocks by ferne crazy nine patch lattice quilt by oh. Be sure to enlarge the quilt image so you can see the fabrics featuring little bo peep and her sheep.
Raevenfea disappearing ninepatch with sizing table. Twelveinch quilt block patterns are one of the most popular and versatile sizes used in quilts. 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. In the quilt shown, each block contains 100 different fabrics for a real scrapbuster. Therefore, the center square of the 9 patch should be a 5 inch finished square. As youll soon learn, its a 9patcha camouflaged 9patch block. In the 9 patch grid at the top of the page, a simple measurement for the finished size of each grid or patch would be 2, 3 or 4 inches. As youll soon learn, its a 9 patch a camouflaged 9patch block. For each 9 patch block you will need two of the first section and one of the second. Quilting projects quilting designs mccalls quilting quilting ideas pattern blocks quilt patterns quilt block patterns 12 inch star quilt blocks star quilts.
Since the piecing goes so very quickly, this would be a good option for a last minute baby quilt. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time. May 11, 2017 make a nine patch on point quilt with jenny doan of missouri star. But at times, you want to make a block that is a little smaller and uses easy math. Now that ive learned how to cut accurate strips and sew quarterinch. For a 12 inch finished block, the squares in the 16 patch would be 1. Regardless of which method you use, half of your blocks or strips sets will need to be pressed toward the gray. Nine patch chain quilt blocks have patchwork that links diagonally. How to make a ninepatch quilt block easy step by step uses 2 fat quarters to make two 12 12 square quilt blocks. Jenny demonstrates a quick and easy way to make the nine patch and hourglass quilt using 10 inch squares of precut fabric layer cakes. Twelve inch quilt blocks are one the most popular sizes used in patchwork quilts, and thousands of designs have been created over the years, from traditional to contemporary. Here you will find illustrated instructions on how to make flying geese patches, half square triangles, quarter square triangles, triangle in a square, and strip piecing. 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.
Good stitches haven circle and this is the block they will be making for me. Cut two contrasting squares equal to the finished size of the nine patch block plus 11. The hen and her chicks is created with bars and small nine patch. The perfect place to use this is a quilt made of nothing but nine patches, set edge to edge, with no sashing. Fourpatch and ninepatch quilt blocks are routinely subdivided to create. Im going to show you how to make one 12 inch finished block, or 4 units. Choose your block size, cut your fabric accordingly and follow the instructions below to make the block. See how and get a cutting chart for 6, 9 and 12 inch blocks.
Oct 01, 2011 finished size means that is the size of the block after it is completely sewn into the quilt. Divide the size of your block by three to determine the size of each square in the block. Evening star quilt block tutorial 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12. 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. Roman square quilt block pattern is an alltime favorite design. Most 9patch quilt blocks look best when lighter value and darker value fabrics are paired together to form a small checkerboard. The 9 patch is not a difficult block, and with this. However, if you really really needed a 12 finished block you would start with 3. Its similar to maple leaf and tea leaves quilt blocks, but with a difference. Cutting double ninepatch is comprised entirely of squares, so rotary cutting is a fast process. Find nine patch quilt blocks, free quilting patterns, and more in this collection of nine patch mustsees. The same math works if you are making a nine patch block or a 16 patch block, such as hovering hawks.
Add 12 inch to the measurements to allow for seam allowances. Make a nine patch on point quilt with jenny doan of. After cutting your pieces, the small center nine patch is assembled, followed by row assembly. Aug 07, 2016 the measurements refer to the finished size, after the 14 inch seams have been eaten up on each side. Beautify any new quilt pattern youre working on by including the series of squares scrapbuster block. Before sewing the block together, it helps to understand the underlying structure of the quilt block. Classic nine patch quilt block patterns the spruce. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern instructions. The measurements refer to the finished size, after the 14 inch seams have been eaten up on each side. I made this block using 1930s reproduction fabric for the focus fabric. Crystals quilt is using 9 blocks, so thats why the different size. Using simple measurements, a 4 patch block finishes at 4,6, 8, or 10 inches. Free quilt patterns quilt in a day quilting fabric. The hundred patch charm quilt uses 100 two inch squares in each of 12 scrap quilt blocks.
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. Our easy quilt patterns for 4 patch, 9 patch, and 16 patch quilt blocks are fun to make and will save you lots of time. Try one or more of these 12inch quilt block patterns for your next quilting project. Make your other blocks finish at 9 inches and the 9 patch blocks are simple. In this example, the finished block will be 9 inches square.
When it comes to making your quilt top perfectly square, this how to square a quilt block video tutorial is exactly what you need. It is made of half square triangles and single squares and uses 2 colors. These free twelve inch quilt block patterns are just what you need. Try out some of these 38 fantastic free quilt block patterns to sharpen your piecework skills. Your strips can be any width, from less than an inch for a mini quilt to several inches for a large quilt. Each unsewn patch should measure 3 12 inches so the finished patches are 3 inches.
If you want to add a half inch, you would need to divide that by 3 which isnt pretty. Jan 09, 2017 and the block that they used most often was the ninepatch quilt block. Since a ninepatch is made from three squares on each side three times three equals nine, each square or strip should be 4. Its really only a simple nine patch block with a few half square triangles tossed in for fun. You would need 20 extra blocks ten for each additional column. This tutorial will show you how to make 12 inch quilt blocks using the nine patch pattern. I want to do a quilt one plain block 9by 9 and then the other ones a 9 inch block using two colors and cutting strips 3 12 and end up with a none inch block problems,,i want the quilt to the floor so would need 108 across and maybe 108 squarehow many blocks would i needany advice is welcome. The disappearing ninepatch is my new favorite block. Can anyone tell me what size blocks to use in making a finished 12.
Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two. This popular quilt block is a very old 9 patch quilt block pattern, originating sometime between 1800 and 1850. For our nine patch quilt tutorial all our units will measure 6 12 inch square, unfinished. Rainbow stairways quilt blocks have a staircaselike look that can be sewn in colors of the rainbow or any other theme. Using a 14 inch seam allowance sew a dark 2 12 inch square on both sides of a. In quilting, 12 inch blocks are fairly standard because the measurements are easy to work with. All the measurements in the directions will be for ruths 12 disappearing nine patch with the 9 size in parenthesis. After the seams are used up, three fourinch squares equal 12 inches. With the free quilt block patterns weve collected here, youll be able to create a huge variety of quilt. Not only can easy quilt block patterns help you to tackle new quilting skills, but they can also give you the tools to design your own quilts. See more ideas about pattern blocks, quilt block patterns and quilt blocks. We say unfinished because you still have raw edges.
How to make a perfect friendship star quilt block the. The fence row block is a 9patch block that measures 12 inches finished. I got the pattern from one of my favorite easy quilt books, judy sisneros 9patch pizzazz. After doing a lot of research i realized the 9 patch quilt block is the ideal place to start.
At first glance, you might think this quilt design is a combination of several different blocks designsperhaps a 4 patch paired with squares and rectangles. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. This pattern is actually a disappearing 9 patch block, and it is so much easier than it looks. For some time ive been wanting to really dive into the topic of quilting. Try one or more of my free 12 quilt block patterns for your next quilting project. Dont know if you can understand what i meanthe right words seem to. Free book will automatically be added to your shopping cart. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new. These free twelve inch quilt block patterns are just what. Youll cut squares and rectangles to create the blocks for this pattern, which are about 12 12 in. This quilt block is designed for mahine sewing only as patches will be sewn together and then sliced apart. So you would add one half inch on each of the three sections to make up your nine patch. You should have 15 nine patch quilt blocks and 15 solid blocks.
Dec 23, 2010 id highly recommend the dnp to all quilters. You could trim it to 12 12 or just leave it close enough. You could try rounding up to the nearest eighth, and use a generous seam for the ninepatch piecing and back to an exact seam for the four patchif youre adventurous and. This quilt pattern is easy enough to finish in a weekend and takes just four nine patch blocks with eight 7 inch squares. See more ideas about quilt blocks, pattern blocks, quilt block patterns. Since a nine patch is made from three squares on each side three times three equals nine, each square or strip should be 4. Learn how to make the essential ninepatch quilt block with easy strip piecing. This beginner friendly block goes together quickly and is fun to make. After youve sewn the final block together it will be 12 34 unfinished. You will see that you have a nine patch block with well matched points and no bulk in the seams. An easy nine patch block, the maple leaf quilt block aka autumn leaf is easy to make. For instructions for hand sewing this block, please see the pattern for the mosia quilt block. You can make posts out of a single fabric or create a pieced square, such as a nine patch or quartersquare triangle block, that incorporates. We start by making a simple nine patch quilt block.
Similarly to the square, for rectangle blocks, youll add to the length and width measurements of your finished block. Ninepatch block quilts are deceptively simple, but they can be made intricate though not difficultwhen. This block will measure 6 inch square, finished, once all the blocks are sewn together. You need five dark 2 12 inch squares and four light 2 12 inch squares for each nine patch. Maple leaf quilt block pattern tutorial traditional. Whether the goal is a bedsized quilt or a cuddle quilt in an afghan size, a 12 quilt block is your goto choice. Its so simple to make, but looks like you pieced together a ton of small squares and rectangles.
If your seam allowances are accurate, this will measure 12 12on to page 2. Do a spot check on several of the blocks to be sure. These 12 inch quilt blocks make for easy math, since they are usually created in rows of three patches. Find the easy answer with our free downloadable cheat sheets for 8 quilt sizes from twin to california king. Twelve inch quilt block patterns are one of the most popular and versatile sizes used in quilts, and thousands of 12 inch designs have been created. Tutorial on making a nine patch block with swirled seams. Hi, can anyone tell me what size blocks i would need to make a finished 8 12 nine patch block.
If your 9 patches are a different size, take the unfinished block size and add 5. Learn how to change the size of any quilt block the spruce crafts. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers. Use just the finished patch size measurement to make the entire block. I think it enhances what was previously a simple 9 patch block and makes it look much more complicated and beautiful. Album leaf is a ninepatch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9inch square. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block. Make a whole quilt of nine patches, or you can use the nine patch as the starting point for many more quilt blocks like a tossed nine patch, a four square nine patch, a sliced nine patch and many more. The most commonly used size for a quilt block is the twelve inch. These are common finished sizes for 9 patch blocks like this double friendship star, but you can pick any size you want. Its just a 9 patch but with hsts that divide the unit up for a fun visual interest. The s addition adds a 12, which is the exact amount you need for squares. Find these 12 blocks and 189 more in block genius, by sue voegtlin.
Enter the 9 inch block not too big and not too small, but just fits the bill. There is no question that 12 quilt blocks are the most commonly used. For a 6 inch finished nine patch blocks in the quilt, you need to cut 2 12 inch squares. In this cute and easy quilt, amy uses fabrics designed by robyn pandolph for rjr.
This book is a rich compendium of wellloved blocks to inspire and instruct quilters of all levels. Nine squares that finish at 4inches by 4 inches each. Try any of these free 12inch quilt block patterns to make a quilt of one design or mix them up to create a sampler quilt with a different block in each portion of a quilt. Half square triangle quilting block beginner block quilting series duration. So youre going to lay your stitch line on the stitch line of this. After sewing the pieces together, your block will measure 9 12.