Using the width you chose, cut strips of each fabric from selvage to selvage. If youve been searching for a way to mix up your usual quilting routine, then youll love these stunning disappearing nine patch patterns. Classic nine patch quilt block patterns the spruce. Press seams in directions indicated by arrows on diagrams. They show the 4 patch, 9 patch, 16 patch and pinwheel quilt blocks. Jenny shows how to make the fabulous disappearing nine patch quilt block using charm squares. It will use up tons of your scraps you can make lots of blocks using a strip piecing method which is described in detail in the pattern directions. For many years, nine patches were one of the first blocks taught to young girls learning how to quilt.
To make the quilts, a simple nine patch quilt block is sliced in half twice to create four smaller units. Both can be simple or challenging, depending on the number of pieces in each quilt patch. Your directions are easy to follow, looking forward to more new things to try. The i spy disappearing nine patch is a great idea for kids quilt patterns because it serves as entertainment and style. Ninepatch block quilts are deceptively simple, but they can be made intricatethough not difficultwhen using the right pattern.
We start by making a simple nine patch quilt block. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9 patch blocks. The pattern can be used in making lap quilts, baby quilts, christmas and halloween quilts. Changeup patchwork is the name of my newest sewing with nancy 3part tv series. Get ready to break out your brightest fabric scraps for this classic nine patch quilt pattern that new and experienced quilters will love. Strip piecing is a method where you make the same square over and over. Album leaf is a ninepatch quilt block pattern that finishes at 9inch square. Stitch a quick and easy crazy nine patch quilt pattern. Laying out the blooming ninepatch quilt i brought all the prepared nine patches and squares to lay out my blooming ninepatch. Nine patch quilting block beginner block quilting series. Made with disappearing nine patch quilt directions, this kids quilt pattern is perfect for any little girl or boys bedroom. Sew with right sides together unless otherwise stated. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers.
Disappearing blocks have always fascinated me so, now that we have the basics down, its time to give them a try. I am assuming throughout this tutorial that you are familiar with the disappearing ninepatch pattern i have previously posted specific. This weeks easy quilt block is made of nine small fabric squares arranged in a checkerboard pattern. Simple nine patch and hourglass blocks go modern in this pastel quilt. Jenny demonstrates how to make a beautiful 9 patch madness quilt using 5 inch square of precut fabric. Learn how to make a simple nine patch quilt block in a flash with this. Apr 11, 2016 as many of my quilts are, this 9 patch is inspired by an antique quilt seen online. This nine patch quilt tutorial will cut your learning time to a mere. For each set you need five equal length strips of a solid looking fabric, im using white. One of the coolest ways to present nine patch quilt patterns and their variations is without a doubt the road fifteen sixteen patch quilt. To see the best selection of precut fabrics on the. Its similar to maple leaf and tea leaves quilt blocks, but with a difference.
Ill show you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options. Nine patch quilting block beginner block quilting series youtube. Im doing a giveaway on my blog for sew mama sews giveaway day and asked entrants to link me to their favorite quilt pattern tutorial. I love that we have a king size bed at the condo so that i can lay it all out, but i even ran out of room when i got to the outter layers. Three rows of three squares create quilt design that is versatile, traditional and trendy all at the same time. There are some questions on how to go about the planning of a blooming 9 patch. Cotton or polyester thread in a neutral color like beige or pale grey. Im doing a giveaway on my blog for sew mama sews giveaway day and asked entrants to link me to their favorite quilt patterntutorial. This scrap happy nine patch quilt pattern finishes at the perfect size for a twin sized quilt. In the plain quilt squares, a quilted floral or circular design or an embroidery design could be machine quilted. A disappearing 9 patch block will be about one inch smaller than the simple nine patch. With simple nine patch blocks that form a single irish chain quilt pattern, you can create a beautiful quilt without knowing much about piecework.
A blog by helen bailey, with a tutorial about her own use of the disappearing nine patch, helped popularize the term. Sew strip pieced disappearing nine patch quilts choose a square size and determine how you wish to position fabrics. Its just the way things work around here, if it is not a finished quilt, the pattern will wait until ive gone through everything so i can write the instructions in the way that i made the quilt. The blocks together make a disappearing nine patch quilt. This is probably the most commonly used type of quilt block made.
The most common blooming nine patch is a onecolor quilt, gradually increasing the darkness of that color in each fabric. Free nine patch patterns are fun for both beginning sewers and experienced quilters. With a layout that alternates blocks and directions of the blocks. 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. Where to begin when you are satisfied with the layout, begin stitching together the squares into ninepatch blocks as illustrated above. This pattern along with some vines could then be used to do the sashing, corner blocks and borders. 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. Disappearing nine patch quilt pattern the spruce crafts. Simple ninepatch and hourglass blocks go modern in this pastel quilt. Classic nine patch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. How to do a nine patch quilting block with jenny from missouri star quilt co.
She chose new hope charm packs by jo morton for moda fabrics. Its been a lot of fun sewing up the magical disappearing quilt blocks. Its so easy, but it looks like you spent forever on it. Machine quilting ideas for a nine patch quilt our pastimes. Sep 27, 20 we are having a qal over at cbees yahoo group this weekend. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the seasoned. Find nine patch quilt blocks, free quilting patterns, and more in this collection of nine patch mustsees.
Disappearing nine patch quilts are perfect for using up your charm packs and are fantastic scrapbusting quilts. Set in horizontal rows its all rectangles and squares, ideal for a new quilter to practice rotary cutting skills and. Ninepatch block quilts are deceptively simple, but they can be made intricate though not difficultwhen using the right pattern. If no direction is specified, press seam toward darker fabric. For a finished quilt as pictured above, you will need a total of eighteen 18 9 patch blocks. This nine patch quilt tutorial is a great technique for beginner quilting. I usually use an allover pattern like stippling on these quilts because its quick and the quilt will probably get a lot of use. The graphic above shows the two kinds of ninepatch blocks you can make from two fabrics. The 9patch block is versatile and can be assembled many ways into a qov. The book goes through some of the things to help you choose fabric. This simple pattern is a firsttime quilters dream, and there are many guides and videos to get a beginner started in the right direction. Scrappy disappearing 9patch tutorial stitchery dickory dock. 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.
I have a stash of fabric that i need to use to make something useful. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern instructions. The single irish chain quilt pattern is an easy beginner quilt. You can learn more tips and tricks on basic 9 patch block construction here along with a few simple pattern ideas. We are having a qal over at cbees yahoo group this weekend. Nine patch quilt blocks are numerous and likewise, the sister block type the uneven nine patch. Finished unit make 12 or 20 cindy carter 2009 military nine patch 7 free pattern. Refer to these instructions for stitching together most any quilt block that is laid out on a nine patch grid. Yet, theres more to a 9 patch block than meets the eye. You could also use a jelly roll and yardage to create this quilt. Heres how to make an ispy version of the disappearing nine patch. For each set you need five equal length strips of a solid looking fabric, im using white, and four brightly colored strips.
Nine patch quilt patterns can be made into tiny miniquilts or a gorgeous kingsize bedspread. Uneven nine patch the uneven nine patch style of quilt block is so named because not all of the nine individual patches are the same size as is the case in a regular nine patch quilt block. Disappearing nine patch is a quilt block that is made by a unique arrangement of nine patches of fabric. Heres how to make an ispy version of the disappearing ninepatch. For each block, you will need to cut three strips each of the light and dark fabrics or buy precut strips called jelly rolls at the local quilt shop.
Since i can include photos here, i thought i would show how i am approaching my plan. The graphic above shows the two kinds of nine patch blocks you can make from two fabrics. To set the quilt, cut seventeen 17 2 squares from the same white fabric you used for sewing the 9. Learn more about the blocks history and find additional assembly and design details in a disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern that was originally used for an online quilt block exchange. On the nine patch quilt, combining two styles of machine quilting is possible. It has the looks of a complex pattern while in reality it is easy and suits beginner quilters. Msqcs jenny shows us how to make a beautiful layer cake quilt using two basic blocks. How to make a 9patch quilt block, sewing with nancy zieman, change.
A ninepatch quilt is a great way to turn those scraps into something beautiful. Quilt store owners you are free to reproduce any of the patterns and provide them free. Nine patches are a traditional quilt block made with nine simple squares. In the quilt, the finished measurement of this quilt block will be 1 12. Nine patch blocks are comprised of nine units, laid out in three rows of three patches. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial.
The purpose of the national block drive is to give individuals or groups a way to participate by making blocks, and have their blocks used in qovs made and awarded to our service members and veterans across the nation. One of the most versatile quilt patterns around, this list of pretty disappearing nine patches. Cut two 1m sections from bluebackground blue strips. It is a super scrappy quilt using loads of shirtings and dark historic reproduction prints, and an aged muslin that is the perfect fabric to replicate the vintage patina in the antique quilt. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new. Easy quilting tutorial with jenny doan of missouri star quilt co. Someone linked me here to your urban nine patch quilt. Sew a bright table topper using precut print strips and solid white.
There are some questions on how to go about the planning of a blooming 9patch. The crazy nine patch pattern is a very versatile one to have because it can be used in all sorts of ways from baby quilts to bed quilts, or even for pillows and table runners. The original nine patch quilt block can be called the parent block. I am blown away by the lovely pattern, fabric choices and intricate quilting. Its a perfect pattern for using up all your 2 12 scraps, or start fresh with packages of 10 and 5 squares, or 2 12 strips. Laying out the blooming nine patch quilt i brought all the prepared nine patches and squares to lay out my blooming nine patch. Try this disappearing nine patch quilt pattern if you love to make quick pieced quilt blocks and quilts. Jun 26, 2017 you can learn more tips and tricks on basic 9 patch block construction here along with a few simple pattern ideas.
I am assuming throughout this tutorial that you are familiar with the disappearing nine patch pattern i have previously posted specific stepbystep instructions on that quilt pattern, which you can find here. Sew three strips together lengthwise to create three strip sets that look like the three rows. These quilt patterns can be used alone or in combination with other blocks to create an unlimited number of quilting designs. Choose your block size, cut your fabric accordingly and follow the instructions below to make the block. As many of my quilts are, this 9 patch is inspired by an antique quilt seen online. Eleanor burns signature pattern dating back in the 1800s split ninepatch has been a favorite of quilters, especially with so many layout possibilities. This quilt is the perfect example of a scrapbusting ninepatch quilt. Disappearing nine patch quilt block tutorial youtube. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. This pattern is actually a disappearing 9patch block, and it is so much easier than it looks. Jan 09, 2017 a ninepatch quilt is a great way to turn those scraps into something beautiful.
This pattern is actually a disappearing 9 patch block, and it is so much easier than it looks. And these quilts have been a long time in coming, as they started as leaderender nine patches. Mar 17, 2009 how to do a nine patch quilting block with jenny from missouri star quilt co. According to the block size measurement chart above, from fabric a cut 5 squares, from fabric b cut 4 squares. The 9patch is not a difficult block, and with this technique you can piece it quickly. Fence rail and nine patch quilt quilting tutorials. Apr 24, 2010 unsubscribe from missouri star quilt company. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9patch blocks. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. A disappearing 9patch block will be about one inch smaller than the simple nine patch. Jan 18, 2015 i usually use an allover pattern like stippling on these quilts because its quick and the quilt will probably get a lot of use. This style of quilt block is often used in 10 quilt block to make the math easier, but you will find this construction method in many other quilt blocks as.
How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new quilters. Nine patch quilt patterns can be made into tiny mini quilts or a gorgeous kingsize bedspread. Quilt 9 patch instead of sewing the blocks together all boringish, i decided last minute to sew these blocks into rows with sashing in between. Perhaps try a sixteenpatch variation on the nine patch quilt pattern with this sixteen patch baby quilt, or an elevenpatch variation with this 11 patch scrap quilt.