Disappearing 9 Patch Quilt Block
Difficulty Level: Easy
What you need:
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Tips before you start
- Pre-wash and press your fabric before you start to avoid shrinkage. Follow the care instructions for your chosen fabric.
- Press using a pressing cloth to prevent damaging your fabric. Test your iron settings on a scrap piece of fabric before you start your project.
Step 1: Cut the pieces
Cut nine 5” x 5” (approx 13cm) fabric squares using the three fabric colours: 1 dark, 4 medium and 4 light. Arrange the 5” squares in a 3 x 3 grid.
Step 2: Sew the Rows
Sew squares in each row together with ¼” (approx 13cm) seams.
Press seams (all to one side or open - your choice). You now have three strips.
Step 3: Sew the Three Rows Together to Form One Big 9-Patch Block
The result will measure 13” x 13” (5” squares will turn into 4.5” [approx 11.5 cm] after ¼” seams)
Step 4: Cut the Block into Four Sections
Use a ruler to cut the block vertically and horizontally through the exact centre:
Cut at 6.75” (approx 17cm) from the edge (half of 13.5”).
You now have four smaller squares.
Step 5: Rotate the Units
Rotate the two squares in opposite corners 90 degrees.
The centre small square should now be on the outside corner of these squares.
Step 6: Sew the Four Units Together
Place the four pieces together
Sew the top two units into a row.
Sew the bottom two units into a row.
Sew the two rows together to make the 13” x 13” (approx 33cm) unfinished block.
Trim to 12.5” x 12.5” (approx 32cm) by removing 1/8” (approx 4mm) off each side (if needed).
Press flat.
Final result
