This is called the disappearing ninepatch and i want to show you how it works. The best part about these disappearing nine patch patterns is that theyre excellent. As the years have passed, the ninepatch has, like many other quilt blocks, adopted variations. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial. I hope you found this tip on disappearing 9 patch helpful.
Crystals quilt is using 9 blocks, so thats why the different size. The world of disappearing quilt blocks is a fun one. We used squares from the moda simply colorful range to make this square and i love the colors in this pack. The disappearing ninepatch is my new favorite block. The 9 patch is considered a basic foundation block in quilting that can help your build your skills in so many ways. Yet, theres more to a 9patch block than meets the eye. Disappearing 9 patch block construction learn how to make this in disappearing nine patch video tutorial. This technique can be used for endless new layouts and.
Changeup patchwork is the name of my newest sewing with nancy 3part tv series. To make the quilts, a simple nine patch quilt block is sliced in half twice to create four smaller units. Disappearing 9patch variation this is another way to transform a 9patch block disappearing 9patch quilt pattern patterns quilts for kids. First sew together three rows of three blocks, iron flat, and then. Iron the 9 patch block and cut it in half and then in half again. Some blocks need two 9 patch blocks so that pieces can be swapped around. Make a 9 patch block combining 5 colour charm squares with 4 white ones.
Seriously only two because they are so incredibly large. Before i knew anything about modern fabric or designers, i found a flea market fancy 6 charm pack at my very traditional lqs and got to work. Aug 27, 2014 the 9 patch quilt block is seriously one of the most basic and easy quilt block. If youve been searching for a way to mix up your usual quilting routine, then youll love these stunning disappearing nine patch patterns. See more ideas about nine patch quilt, patch quilt and quilt patterns. If you are having problems with measurements i would suggest a 14 inch foot for your sewing machine. Ill show you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options.
The traditional ninepatch was a little busy for me, but add some sashing and. I needed to have a total of 36 squares of one print animal print in my example, 36 squares of the second print polka dot print in my example, and 9 squares of the third print solid purple in my example to complete the blocks. Working on a disappearing 9 patch for a newborn down the street. Disappearing 4,9,16 and other patch and twistturn variations. Support us and become a member of quilting crafters. The blocks together make a disappearing nine patch quilt. With simple nine patch blocks that form a single irish chain quilt pattern, you can create a beautiful quilt without knowing much about piecework. Disappearing nine patch quilt patterns of any size are easy to make. A charm pack would be excellent to use for a disappearing 9 patch. Disappearing nine patch is a quilt block that is made by a unique arrangement of nine patches of fabric. Disappearing 9 patch variation block with charm squares sewn up. Because of the large size of the ninepatch blocks, it is easiest to locate the center by measuring 434.
Bust your stash of charm packs with this simple disappearing 9patch. 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. Scrappy disappearing 9patch tutorial stitchery dickory dock. Nov 15, 2017 learn to make 4 different types of disappearing 9 patch blocks. Disappearing 9patch qal, week 3 the crafty quilter. A disappearing 9patch block will be about one inch smaller than the simple nine patch. Play with the placement of the colors, and rearrange the blocks to your hearts content. So, if youre ready to get going and do something with your ninepatch blocks, ill show you how. You need to make two blocks at a time because youll be swapping sections between the two blocks. Choose your block size, cut your fabric accordingly and follow the instructions below to make the block.
Jun 26, 2017 i love quick and simple quilt blocks but sometimes they can be boring. This is wonderful for beginning quilting, and easy to. Apr 29, 2019 layer cake disappearing 9 block pinwheel. Raevenfea disappearing ninepatch with sizing table. This simple patchwork block can be transformed into a disappearing 9 patch and look amazing. Disappearing nine patch tutorial block cut down the middle. 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. It is a really simple pattern with a lot of movement an colour. The wonderful disappearing nine patch seems to a technique in continual process of new and more involved variations. Its been a lot of fun sewing up the magical disappearing quilt blocks. A disappearing 9 patch block will be about one inch smaller than the simple nine patch. Watch the video below or scroll down for the written. Sew the rows, pressing the seams in opposite directions, and then sew the.
The main variation to this classic quilt block, and its a good one, is the disappearing ninepatch. Disappearing 9patch quilt block national quilters circle. Oct 28, 2017 the main variation to this classic quilt block, and its a good one, is the disappearing nine patch. Disappearing nine patch quilt pattern the spruce crafts. As the name implies, the parts of the block seem to disappear through a fantastic puzzlelike effect. 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. 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. When piecing the blocks, carefully pin and match the seams so that when you finish the blocks the seams match nicely together. How to change the size of disappearing nine patch quilt blocks. Disappearing nine patch quilts are designed by arranging and sewing together nine squares to create a traditional nine patch quilt block. Camouflaged 9patch at first glance, you might think this quilt design is a combination of several different blocks designsperhaps a 4patch paired with squares and rectangles. The block format is more typical for a disappearing 9patch quilt. Then you can lay the blocks out into whatever size quilt youre making.
Disappearing or split 9patch block a quilt made with this block may be as simple three colors, strip pieced or complicated multiple scraps as desired. Disappearing nine patch free quilt pattern using fat quarters. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new. Mar 11, 2018 and if you make a quilt with one of these disappearing blocks, you can get some lovely secondary patterns emerging too, like my disappearing 9 patch quillow pattern available here. Disappearing nine patch free quilt pattern using fat. But instead of leaving the block asis it is sliced into four equal sections to create the disappearing design. The fun part about this quilt is you can rearrange the blocks in almost any design you want to make it fit your taste. It begins on june 15, 2019 with weekly updates and ends on july, 2019 with a link up party and giveaway. See more ideas about quilt patterns, quilt tutorials and quilt blocks. Materials 60 moda hunky dory charms or 5 in x 5 in squares 48 5 in x 5 in squares in cream with 60 charms you will be making 12 blocks. Mar 17, 2016 the disappearing 9 patch quilt block is another super easy quilt block tutorial. Jun 24, 2015 when i first started quilting, i thought the disappearing ninepatch block was like magic.
And to inspire you to use nine patch blocks in a quilt of your own, heres a ninepatch quilt i. Disappearing 9patch with layer cakes reannalily designs. Sometimes other quilts can be made using the same disappearing. Apr 16, 2015 i chose three coordinating prints to make 9 nine patch blocks. 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. Try this disappearing nine patch quilt pattern if you love to make quick pieced quilt blocks and quilts. The finished quilt was created by alternating the 9patch blocks with creamcolored fabric squares of the same size. Moda hunky dory charm pack quilt using disappearing 9 patch quilt blocks tutorial. Cut 1 9patch block in half both vertically and horizontally by measuring 214 from the seams. As with the previous projects this week, start by making a nine patch block using 7. And if you make a quilt with one of these disappearing blocks, you can get some lovely secondary patterns emerging too, like my disappearing 9 patch quillow pattern available here. I hope you have been inspired and have fun making some impressive yet easy quilt blocks.
Disappearing 9patch variation this is another way to transform a 9patch block disappearing 9patch quilt pattern. We start by making a simple nine patch quilt block. Moda hunky dory charm pack quilt using disappearing 9 patch. So, if youre ready to get going and do something with your nine patch blocks, ill show you how. I love quick and simple quilt blocks but sometimes they can be boring. Some blocks need two 9patch blocks so that pieces can be swapped around. Here are the two blocks that came from the strip sets you saw in this tutorial. Start with nine 5 squares and then follow the tutorial. Mix it up with a few fun rotary cuts and you have yourself a super quick, simple and easy to sew quilt block. If youre sewing by blocks, you will make all of your disappearing 9patch blocks first. Using a design wall, arrange the blocks into 5 rows of 4 blocks each. See more ideas about patch quilt, nine patch quilt and quilt patterns. Sew squares back together, pressing seams as desired.
The wonderful disappearing nine patchseems to a technique in continual process of new and more involved variations. The disappearing nine patch quilt block is named for a specific reason. Once you have made your cuts you can turn the squares around to form a number of awesome looking finishes. See more ideas about disappearing nine patch, nine patch and quilts. The ninepatch quilt block has been around for hundreds of years.
These free quilt patterns and tutorials are perfect for cozy bed quilts or snuggly baby quilts for your new grandchild. If you have never made a disappearing quilt pattern, you may be surprised how easy they are, and how fun they are as well. Youd get lots of variety and 36 charms would yield you a quilt that is 39 square. One of the most versatile quilt patterns around, this list of pretty disappearing nine patches. They show the 4 patch, 9 patch, 16 patch and pinwheel quilt blocks. Its so simple to make, but looks like you pieced together a ton of small squares and rectangles.
Today ill use the same fabrics and the same disappearing nine patch technique to create a modern table runner. Disappearing nine patch tutorial patch quilt, charm pack quilts. Then, by crosscutting the block into four sections and rotating some of those sections, you come up with a very different looking block. The disappearing 9 patch lets you create amazing designs from a simple quilt block. Oct 09, 2010 make a 9 patch block combining 5 colour charm squares with 4 white ones. For more ninepatch quilt patterns, take a look at block friday. Nine patch quilt block pattern tutorial easy for beginngers. Karin hallaby wrote a book in 2002, called magic pillows, hidden quilts. The 9 patch quilt block is seriously one of the most basic and easy quilt block. It has the looks of a complex pattern while in reality it is easy and suits beginner quilters. Refer to these instructions for stitching together most any quilt block that is laid out on a nine patch grid. Welcome to the disappearing 9patch qal quilt along. This quilt is super fast and easy to quilt because you begin with simple nine patch quilt blocks.
Use darker tones for the centre square for contrast. Disappearing nine patch quilts are perfect for using up your charm packs and are fantastic scrapbusting quilts. This is going to an easy and relaxed quilt along for the summer. 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. For the disappearing ninepatch youll need a set of charms, and this is the hunky dory charms, thats the one we just did the baby quilt out of, and what were going to do is were going to take nine of those charms and were going to sew them together in. A good size for a baby play quilt is something that is at least 40 square so im off to the machine to keep sewing some more. When i first started quilting, i thought the disappearing ninepatch block was like magic.
Disappearing nine patch quilts are known for their intricate and complicatedlooking designs, even though theyre incredibly simple to make. Finished size means that is the size of the block after it is completely sewn into the quilt. I chose three coordinating prints to make 9 ninepatch blocks. Disappearing 9 patch, 16 patch and twistturn variations. For now, lets take a look at a variation on the ninepatchthe disappearing ninepatch. Easy disappearing nine patch quilt pattern the spruce crafts.
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. Oct 15, 2010 materials 60 moda hunky dory charms or 5 in x 5 in squares 48 5 in x 5 in squares in cream with 60 charms you will be making 12 blocks. The pattern can be used in making lap quilts, baby quilts, christmas and halloween quilts. 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. In honor of this amazing disappearing magic act, i have updated my d4p, d9p, d16p, and all disappearing quilt blocks and their twist turn variations. Jenny shows how to make the fabulous disappearing nine patch quilt block using charm squares. The book included a magic nine patch quilt made using the same technique thats so popular today nancy brenan daniel wrote a book called disappearing nine patch in 2002, but the design we associate with that phrase is not one of the quilt designs used. Disappearing nine patch quilt block pattern instructions. Moda hunky dory charm pack quilt using disappearing 9.
This block is designed with machine piecers in mind as you cannot crosscut pieces. Change the resulting smaller blocks around to form a disappearing 9 patch block like below. Learn to make 4 different types of disappearing 9patch blocks. You will sew the blocks together into rows and then sew the rows together. All the measurements in the directions will be for ruths 12 disappearing nine patch with the 9 size in parenthesis. According to the block size measurement chart above, from fabric a cut 5 squares, from fabric b cut 4 squares. Learn how to create different quilt designs with this one simple block. Disappearing nine patch quilt block tutorial youtube. Sep 14, 2009 the fun part about this quilt is you can rearrange the blocks in almost any design you want to make it fit your taste.