May block of the month nine patch quilt block author. Nine patch nirvana is done pick a project busy daze. Katies madders blockofthemonth fabric katies madders blockofthemonth. There are many, many nine patch style quilt blocks. Too many hobbies, not enough time the misnomer of multi. Mar 9, 2020 ideas for old town historic quilt guilds 201415 9 patch challenge. Xblocks rulers if you can make and square up a nine patch. Double ninepatch quilt block 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.
You will be making 4 of these blocks for the quilt. Its so simple to make, but looks like you pieced together a ton of small squares and rectangles. 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. See more ideas about quilts, quilt patterns and sampler quilts. How to put together a disappearing nine patch quilt block. Plus, it comes with its own printable pdf to make it even easier for you to follow along with the video tutorial and read the instructions. Time for block 9 already block 9 is called rocky road. Block of the month, crafts, fabric, posy garden fabric, quilts, riley blake, sewing, sewing patterns, tutorials. Block of the month basics this website is to help you learn some of the basics of piecing when making a quilt. So, if youre ready to get going and do something with your nine patch blocks, ill show you how.
In 2006, i was pretty new to block of the month quilt process but decided to do two quilts out of a lovely pattern at named nine patch nirvana. Bible quilt bom this is a bible quilt with 10 blocks from the bible. Nine patch nirvana is done blocks of the month finished projects. You will find my personal projects, upcoming goodies, and tutorials here on this blog. The disappearing nine patch technique seems to have developed over time, and from the work of many quilters.
I have a new tutorial up on my youtube channel for making a disappearing nine patch quilt block. From simple strip sets or 9 patches you can make dozens of different. Nine patch nirvana a traditionalstyle sampler quilt made up of nine patch blocks from block central. I am working on a disappearing nine patch star quilt for qov, just my second quilt. Nine patch mini quilt tutorial this mini quilt is perfect for using precuts 5. X blocks rulers if you can make and square up a nine patch this is nirv anatutorial the x blocks rulers are not a new ruler, but they are awesome nonetheless. The life and projects of an avid hobbyist thursday, october 27, 2011. Finishing kits are now being made and some are ready for pick up. I am going to gift this beautbut first, ive gotta finish it.
Sometimes a single nine patch quilt block is all thats needed in a block like the daisy chain, heart or mrs. I used my newly minted design board to test out an alternating 5 pattern with blocks of kona solids i did an allaround stitch in the ditch using superior threads monopoly polyester and then used a ruler first time doing ruler work to quilt an offset diamond pattern onto the quilt. Nine patch nirvana block of the month quilt project from. The ninepatch quilt block is one of the best blocks to start with if youre a beginning quilter.
Nine patch variation this was the third block of the month i offered, and this web page certainly needed some updating. It uses techniques that are the foundation to many other quilt blocks, and this simple block provides many design possibilities for easy and appealing quilts. The perfect place to use this is a quilt made of nothing but nine patches, set edge to edge, with no sashing. Since the friendship block is quite simple, i think this block will chain the stars together and. If you want to bring your sewing machine and material, we can work together on our february block after the meeting.
Press the seam allowance toward the color a orange triangle. Learn how to make a perfect nine patch quilt block the. Nine patch nirvana block of the month i am doing a third bom from block central which is called nine patch nirvana. Xblocks rulers if you can make and square up a nine patchthis is nirvanatutorial. You can strip piece a single nine patch quilt block. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9 patch blocks. Nine patch nirvana 2006 block of the month finished size. The disappearing ninepatch is my new favorite block. If your nine patch was 6 finished, or 612 unfinished, your solid block would be cut 612 unfinished to match it. It makes me want to go eat some ice cream, how about you well, get sewing and reward yourself with some rocky road when you finish this rocky road block. January 2006 block called ask and answer february 2006 block called something borrowed march 2006 block called four score. It has taken a while, but nine patch nirvana is done. They have patterns from december 2004 to the current month.
Celebrating a creative spirit critically shaped before ritalin. The blocks are listed on the page by name or you can use their photo index. On the back of the top square lightly mark the diagonal, then sew a scant 14 away from each side of the drawn line. At the end of the year, you will have sampler of traditionally styled quilt blocks. A lover of block ofthe month bom quilts, several years ago, i cut out the now defunct s somewhere in time quilt. Each month during 2006, there will be a new quilt block to make. Oh cant wait to see all the quilts in this book and what you have done with nine patches. Free block of the month quilt pattern block 1 a simple 9. The illusion of curved piecing gives it interest, but its really all. Take a look at our favorite 15 disappearing nine patch quilts for summer.
A sampling of blocks that use a single nine patch quilt block daisy chain l, heart center, mrs. Both can be simple or challenging, depending on the number of pieces in each quilt patch. I did not want to square down, so i plotted out a paper template that when three strips are put together it is a perfect 4. 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. Now back to the sewing machine for me reply delete. Changeup patchwork is the name of my newest sewing with nancy 3part tv series. Bible bom quilt based on far above rubies designed by judy anne. Sew rows together to finish the block and press seams away from the center. Lisa newfrock is our block of the month chairwoman. 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. Magic of winter quilt kit by jason yenter for in the. This years blocks will all have a 4 patch posy center surrounded by a.
There are so many themes for bom quilting that youll find it harder to choose your pattern than to sew your squares. Nine patch nirvana block of the month quilt project. It is a favorite of mine because the finishing possibilities are almost endless, and you can make many different looking quilts from the same block. This simple but modern take on a classic pattern puts a fresh twist on nine patch blocks. This year was run a bit differently than the past several years. They are often combined with solid blocks of the same size. Or pull out some of your favorite leftover red and pink scraps for a. Victoriana quilters block of the month a scrappy series from benita skinner.
Free block of the month quilt pattern block 1 a simple. I even followed the pattern, which is funny as i change patterns all the time mine and others patterns. Hope you had a fun year with these great blocks quilt designed by valerie morton. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Learn fun quilting techniques, make new friends and create a oneofakind quilt with the free craftsy block of the month. Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two squares. Rounding up the year a nice series of mini blocks from suzys quilt shop. Sew the color a orange triangles to the long side of each step 4 triangles. Block of the month bom quilt blocks and quilt patterns. Pirate, a member of our quilting forum, found a few answers about the history of the technique when she made her own disappearing nine patch quilt.
Members of the board chose nine blocks that will highlight different techniques such as strip piecing, hand or machine applique, pieced blocks and embellishments. Bom nine patch nirvana quilting projects, quilts, quilt. A disappearing nine patch quilt is a simple rift on the traditional nine patch quilt. Nine patch nirvana 2009 bom quilt designed by kim noblin from blockcentral. Its time to unveil the 2015 block of the month quilt. I gave my brother the bom nine patch nirvana from the same site i talked about it here. This gorgeous nine patch quilt pattern features 229 nine patch quilt blocks. Blue mountain quilters download these free block patterns to complete your quilt. Links and resources archive page 63 quiltingboard forums. You can either use the formulas below or just print the cutting chart and choose your finished block size.
Sashing and border instructions will be included with the last months block instructions. Nine patch nirvana block of the month quilt project block central. If you are new to creating diy quilts, then you are going to love how incredibly easy this block pattern truly is. See more ideas about patch quilt, 9 patch quilt and quilt blocks. Im hoping to learn a thing or two about quilting and piecing blocks as i go along. Nine patch nirvana 2006 block of the month march 2 2 bom20063pfv. It has officially been around since the 1800s and it is one of the most recognized quilt blocks in the quilting world. Block of the month quilt patterns are fun to create a beautiful quilt with no pressure or fuss. Oct 28, 2017 the main variation to this classic quilt block, and its a good one, is the disappearing nine patch. The product of a quilt block exchange, each quilt block is different from. The guilds board has suspended block of the month for the 1718 year.
Yet, theres more to a 9patch block than meets the eye. While the nine patch is a very simple block, it is also a block type that describes the style of the construction. Scrappy disappearing 9patch tutorial stitchery dickory dock. Download these free patterns to complete the nine patch nirvana quilt. Mar 30, 2006 i am doing a third bom from block central which is called nine patch nirvana. The monthly preparer will choose from a set of 12 predetermined blocks, nine patch nirvana, available at.
Add all the quilt addicts anonymous 2015 block of the month patterns that have been released to date, plus the fabric requirements to your cart with one click. This how to make a nine patch block quilting video is the perfect video to start of any quilt. A quilt top made of nine patch blocks, whether basic or complex, may vary from the very simple to extremely complex, both in the geometry as well as the colorplay. Oct 18, 20 nine patch nirvana block of the month quilt project from. Sew them first into rows, pressing the seams of the top and bottom rows toward the center and the seam of the middle row away from the center. Other times a super scrappy pattern calls for lots of nine patches. Ill show you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options. In this video i share how to make a double nine patch quilt block and how to make an additional block that will make this beautiful quilt top. See more ideas about quilts, quilt blocks and quilt patterns. My tips for making a perfect nine patch include cutting the patches accurately, sewing with a scant quarter inch seam and pressing seams in opposite directions for easy joining. Jan 02, 2020 the 201415 block of the month will feature a patriotic theme. Nine patch quilt blocks are numerous and likewise, the sister block type the uneven nine patch. We use only nine blocks for the guild year, so the.
Making nine patch quilt blocks is as easy using just two. Block of the month quilt patterns are fun to create a beautiful quilt with no pressure or. Block central download these free patterns to complete the nine patch nirvana quilt. You can automatically subscribe to the channel here for the latest tutorials. 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. Mar 31, 2014 in 2006, i was pretty new to block of the month quilt process but decided to do two quilts out of a lovely pattern at named nine patch nirvana. Each square quilt block is so unique that you cant immediately tell where the blocks come together. Really, id love to see your blocks, no matter which one you are on. I finished the top last year sometime but wanted it quilted by nora on the long arm instead i got to practice on it myself youve heard of dog eared quilts. Dec 16, 2016 four in nine patch block tutorial this block is a companion to the friendship star block. It is called nine patch nirvana and i think it looks relatively doable for us beginning quilters hope im not being overly optimistic.
Sew them first into rows, pressing the seams of the top and bottom rows away from the center and the seams of the middle row toward the center. I am using a stack of fat quarters for this series and the nine patch block is a great starting point. Here are some examples of nine patch blocks combined with solid blocks. Who wants to cut all those individual squares not me, thats for sure. Sew rows together to finish the block and press seams toward the center. Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9patch blocks. Aug 16, 2016 blockbuster quilts i love nine patches. Nine patch nirvana free block of the month, link to pattern in blog post.
Nine patch blocks are comprised of nine units, laid out in three rows of three patches. The 9 squares that make up this block are each made up of smaller ninepatch blocks. There are several years of bom projects on this site. Raevenfea disappearing ninepatch with sizing table. Pair each of the color 3 278 squares with a color 1 278 square, right sides together and all edges aligned. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. As the name implies, the parts of the block seem to disappear through a fantastic puzzlelike effect. Nine patch nirvana quilt cutting chart block central. See more ideas about disappearing nine patch, nine patch, quilts. Jan 09, 2017 a ninepatch quilt is a great way to turn those scraps into something beautiful. This quilt is the perfect example of a scrapbusting ninepatch quilt.