**9-Patch Quilt Block Pattern**
A 9-patch block is a simple and versatile block made up of nine equal-sized squares arranged in a 3x3 grid.
The example I have given is a basic Friendship Star Block.
The example I have given is a basic Friendship Star Block.
**Materials:**
* Fabric scraps or yardage in your chosen colors/prints
* Rotary cutter, ruler, and mat
* Sewing machine
* Thread
* Iron
* Rotary cutter, ruler, and mat
* Sewing machine
* Thread
* Iron
**Cutting Instructions:**
1. Determine the desired finished size of your 9-patch block. For this example, let's say we want a 9-inch finished block.
2. To calculate the size of the individual squares, divide the finished block size by 3. In this case, 9 inches / 3 = 3 inches. This is the finished size of each small square.
3. Add seam allowance to the square size. Typically, a ¼-inch seam allowance is used in quilting. So, 3 inches + (¼ inch x 2) = 3.5 inches.
4. Cut nine 3.5-inch squares for each 9-patch block. You can cut these from various fabrics to create different looks.
2. To calculate the size of the individual squares, divide the finished block size by 3. In this case, 9 inches / 3 = 3 inches. This is the finished size of each small square.
3. Add seam allowance to the square size. Typically, a ¼-inch seam allowance is used in quilting. So, 3 inches + (¼ inch x 2) = 3.5 inches.
4. Cut nine 3.5-inch squares for each 9-patch block. You can cut these from various fabrics to create different looks.
**Assembly Instructions:**
1. Arrange the nine squares in a 3x3 grid according to your desired design.
2. Sew the squares in each row together using a ¼-inch seam allowance. Press the seams in each row in opposite directions.
3. Sew the three rows together, matching the seams carefully. Press the seams of the block.
2. Sew the squares in each row together using a ¼-inch seam allowance. Press the seams in each row in opposite directions.
3. Sew the three rows together, matching the seams carefully. Press the seams of the block.
**Tips:**
* For a scrappy look, use a variety of different fabrics for the squares.
* To create a more organized look, choose a limited color palette or use a repeating pattern.
* Pressing is crucial for accurate piecing. Press seams flat after each step.
* When sewing rows together, pin at the seam intersections to ensure they match up.
* Congratulations, you have designed and pieced your first block!
* To create a more organized look, choose a limited color palette or use a repeating pattern.
* Pressing is crucial for accurate piecing. Press seams flat after each step.
* When sewing rows together, pin at the seam intersections to ensure they match up.
* Congratulations, you have designed and pieced your first block!
NOTE: This is a basic 9-patch block pattern. You can adapt it by changing the size of the squares, the number of fabrics used, or the arrangement of the squares.
6-inch Finished Log Cabin Quilt Block Pattern
A Log Cabin block is traditionally made with a center square and "logs" of fabric sewn around it. Typically, two contrasting color schemes—one light and one dark—are used to create contrast.
Finished Block Size: 6 inches
Unfinished Block Size: 6 ½ inches
Fabric Requirements:
Center Square: 1 - 2 ½” x 2 ½” square
Log 1: 1 - 1 ½” x 2 ½” rectangle
Log 2: 1 - 1 ½” x 3 ½” rectangle
Log 3: 1 - 1 ½” x 3 ½” rectangle
Log 4: 1 - 1 ½” x 4 ½” rectangle
Log 5: 1 - 1 ½” x 4 ½” rectangle
Log 6: 1 - 1 ½” x 5 ½” rectangle
Log 7: 1 - 1 ½” x 5 ½” rectangle
Finished Block Size: 6 inches
Unfinished Block Size: 6 ½ inches
Fabric Requirements:
Center Square: 1 - 2 ½” x 2 ½” square
Log 1: 1 - 1 ½” x 2 ½” rectangle
Log 2: 1 - 1 ½” x 3 ½” rectangle
Log 3: 1 - 1 ½” x 3 ½” rectangle
Log 4: 1 - 1 ½” x 4 ½” rectangle
Log 5: 1 - 1 ½” x 4 ½” rectangle
Log 6: 1 - 1 ½” x 5 ½” rectangle
Log 7: 1 - 1 ½” x 5 ½” rectangle
Cutting Instructions:
From light fabric, cut:
1 - 2 ½” x 2 ½” square (Center Square)
Logs 1, 3, and 5
From dark fabric, cut:
Logs 2, 4, 6, and 7
Block Assembly:
All seam allowances are ¼”.
Press all seams as you go, preferably towards the darker fabric.
Sew Log 1: Place Log 1 right side together with the right side of the Center Square. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 2: Place Log 2 right sides together with the bottom edge of the Center Square/Log 1 unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 3: Place Log 3 right sides together with the left side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 4: Place Log 4 right sides together with the top edge of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 5: Place Log 5 right sides together with the right side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 6: Place Log 6 right sides together with the bottom edge of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 7: Place Log 7 right sides together with the left side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
The completed block should measure 6 ½” square.
From light fabric, cut:
1 - 2 ½” x 2 ½” square (Center Square)
Logs 1, 3, and 5
From dark fabric, cut:
Logs 2, 4, 6, and 7
Block Assembly:
All seam allowances are ¼”.
Press all seams as you go, preferably towards the darker fabric.
Sew Log 1: Place Log 1 right side together with the right side of the Center Square. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 2: Place Log 2 right sides together with the bottom edge of the Center Square/Log 1 unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 3: Place Log 3 right sides together with the left side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 4: Place Log 4 right sides together with the top edge of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 5: Place Log 5 right sides together with the right side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 6: Place Log 6 right sides together with the bottom edge of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
Sew Log 7: Place Log 7 right sides together with the left side of the unit. Sew along the long edge. Press.
The completed block should measure 6 ½” square.