Check out our favorite irish chain quilt patterns including nine patch, quilt blocks, and much more. A nine patch quilt block is exactly what they name implies that they areone block made out of 9 smaller blocks. Nine patch is my favorite block for quiltingi adore irish chain quilts. Its easy to make, its easy to get great results, and it can be used in a variety of ways. Double nine patch quilt pattern urban amish traditional amish quilt pattern that is perfect in our modern world via etsy. Latticed irish chain pattern this makes a twenty eight inch block and has a beautiful lattice look. How to strip piece ninepatch 9 patch quilt blocks new. Sep 01, 2018 i was introduced to the shaded 9patch block quite a few years ago. Make a single irish chain quilt block pattern the spruce crafts. This is a simple, modern and elegant hip to be square quilt pattern that you can get for free. Here, i have cut 2 12 inch by wof strips from my four fabrics. Your guide to making a single irish chain baby quilt. Sew rows together, pressing all seams toward the solid square away from the nine patch blocks. I got the pattern from one of my favorite easy quilt books, judy sisneros 9patch pizzazz.
These lovely patterns and templates range from easy, beginner quilt block patterns to more complicated. Scrappy 9 patch irish chain tablerunner freemotion by the river. Get the pdf tutorial for the 9 patch irish chain table runner click below or if you are already subscribed to my newsletter, you can find this in my resource library under table runners. See more ideas about irish chain quilt, quilts and quilt patterns. And to inspire you to use nine patch blocks in a quilt of your own, heres a nine patch quilt i made a few years ago. Aunt marys double irish chain quilt block make an eight inch paper pieced block. Plus, if youre new to quilting, dont miss our video on how to make a nine patch block. You would think it, but it can be very surprising what quilts are made from pairing these up. This is going to be the pattern for my granny moore quilt a 9 patch constructed with a print solid and then the same print used as the every other squareblends. The graphic above shows the two kinds of ninepatch blocks you can make from two fabrics. Nancy shows you how to changeup the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options.
But instead of having to cut out 9 blocks for each block there is a faster way to put these together and i call it my cheater way. This quilt is made from solid squares and simple nine patches using just two fabricsa background and a contrasting fabric. Odd rows will start and end with a nine patch block. Arrange them in groups of white, green, white and green, white, green. The irish chain quilt block is a very simple quilt block that makes strong diagonal lines. Here are the two blocks that came from the strip sets you saw in this tutorial. Mar 14, 2020 explore rtnurses board nine patch irish chain quilts. Sew the nine patch fabric j pairs together to make the irish chain block. The pattern is one of the earliest organized patchwork designs in american quilts. Layout your quilt blocks into rows of 7 alternating nine patch and solid squares. Or, you could even make fourpatch blocks and stitch them together. I have been finishing up all kinds of little quilt projects that i want to share with you. A couple of weeks ago i shared a 9 patch block pillow that i made as one of my island batik ambassador projects which used the same size of blocks. This single irish chain quilt showcases a simple nine patch in disguise.
Sew rows together, pressing all seams toward the solid square away from the ninepatch blocks. Reserve 8 for the top and bottom rows of the quilt top. See more ideas about patch quilt, nine patch quilt and quilts. From each fabric used, cut fabric strips the width called for in your pattern to make strip sets. Even though the history of the irish chain quilt is mysterious its creation is pretty straightforward. Penny halgren shows how to sew the irish chain patch quilt block using a strip piecing method for the 9 patches distributed by tubemogul. The cutting instructions here are for the first two, you would have to make some modifications to cut it for construction as four patch blocks. Mar 09, 2015 a nine patch quilt block is exactly what they name implies that they areone block made out of 9 smaller blocks. Create the ohio star center by forming a 9patch using the five 2 12 inch squares and four qst units. Mar 16, 2009 penny halgren shows how to sew the irish chain patch quilt block using a strip piecing method for the 9 patches distributed by tubemogul. Disappearing 9 patch block tutorial the disappearing 9 patch quilt block is an ever so easy quilt block pattern to make. Chain piecing is something i do, but love the idea leaving them togetherthat is a great new idea that i plan to use right away.
Irish chain 9patch quilt tutorial part 4 home sewn by us. This single irish chain quilt showcases a simple ninepatch in disguise. Irish chain ninepatch quilt tutorial diary of a quilter. A lotta nines quick irish chain tutorial i love a quilt that comes together fast. Patricks day quilt project is the perfect way to inject some emerald isle charm into your home. Single irish chain quilt block tutorial patchwork posse. There are many variations of this quilt block, but it is always alternated with a solid square. Block lotto guidelines march 2014 block directions and guidelines for the february 2014 block lotto star chain quilt block 2014 jeansophie wood a free quilt block pattern for the block lotto 1. Sew the nine patchfabric j pairs together to make the irish chain block.
Sometimes the easiest quilt blocks are the most impactful and this is definitely the case when it comes to the chained nine patch block i made with maureen cracknells new collection flower child fabrics. Odd rows will start and end with a ninepatch block. The block is assembled using traditional nine patch techniques. This weeks easy quilt block is made of nine small fabric squares arranged in a checkerboard pattern. I have to thank my friend stephanie for coming up with the.
I have sewn for many years, but quilting is a new venture to me and i am eager to make two irish chain quilts for my granddaughters. The irish chain quilt pattern is one of the oldest and most popular quilt patterns, and its a great choice for your next quilting project. The new irish chain quilt block is a 9 patch so its easier to make than a typical irish chain. I am the biggest fan of maureens fabrics so i couldnt wait to get my hands on some flower. This 9 inch quilt block is one of many patchwork designs that are called the same name. Double irish chain quilt block has been a very popular quilt block for many years. A single irish chain is basically a nine patch alternated with a solid block, but when done en masse it creates the overall diagonal pattern. And heres an image of an eq7 rendering showing all that wonderful space to showcase your quilting. Nine patch quilt block tutorial simple simon and company. Instructions to make 24 half square triangle units. Aug 02, 2012 unsubscribe from missouri star quilt company.
To mark, join the lines from one edge of the quilt top to the other. The irish chain, a traditional pattern, is one of favorites. Jun 04, 2018 the scrappy 9 patch irish chain tablerunner is the perfect size for out on the deck. Im going to show you how to use the quick and easy ninepatches youve made to make a simple irish chain quilt in a flash. There are no seams to worry about nesting or matching when sewing the rows. With super simple and very basic blocks, these can be partnered with different fabric layouts to make new designs. As you can see from the block at the left, this is a very simple 9 patch block. I have been wanting to make one for some time now, and this tutorial has awakened something in me. Hi everyone, meli here with another fun quilt block video tutorial.
Add setting squares to your quick and easy ninepatch blocks to form a simple single irish chain quilt. Magical 9patch quilt blocks nancy zieman productions, llc blog. Jacks chain, also called morning glory or rosalia flower garden. For a more modern look in the single irish chain quilt block try this cut the units of your strip sets in different widths.
The block when you break it down is two 9 patch blocks with 2 spacer blocks. This quilt block is made up of 5 nine patch blocks centered to make an x. Each block is very simple, but when connected the patchwork links with each other to create color flow along both diagonals. The basic 9patch quilt block can easily be made with two fabrics and two different fabric stratassew strips together, sub cut into sections, then sew into a block. This 9inch quilt block is one of many patchwork designs that are called the same name. Its final results is that a functional item is created that may be used inside the residence or given away as a gift.
Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9patch blocks. Layout your quilt blocks into rows of 7 alternating ninepatch and solid squares. This one is a fun one because of the dark background. How to make a chained nine patch block tutorial art. The single irish chain quilt block pattern is an easy design thats perfect for quilters of every skill level like so many other quilt blocks, the single irish chain has been known by other names. Cotton or polyester thread in a neutral color like beige or pale grey. Scrappy nine patch blocks have a fresh feel in this reproduction of an antique lap quilt.
So if you wanted to make a period design from the late18thcentury through the present time a single irish chain would be suitable. Watch the process online at your convenience and find all the instructions in my new book, changeup patchwork. 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. Beginner block lotto is a pretty country nine patch block thats put on point by surrounding it with corner triangles. Jul 06, 2011 the one on the right even alternates a block of 49 squaresa triple irish chain on point. See more ideas about quilts, irish chain quilt and patch quilt. Classic ninepatch quilt block patterns the spruce crafts. That greatly simplifies the process because there are only two units to construct. Butterfly quilts and free block pattern nine patch cogs quilt ive never seen a ninepatch wedding ring pattern. This large quilt block tutorial uses small nine patch blocks to create an irish chain, and also uses tiny hearts to create applique shamrocks.
Gray and white low volume fabrics give it a modern. The one on the right even alternates a block of 49 squaresa triple irish chain on point. A simple 9 patch is not simple for beginners and this book breaks the project down to simple steps. Your guide to making a single irish chain baby quilt irish.
Nine patch, a plain block, sheepfold quilt, irish chain remember that to maintain the quilt designs symmetry in a straight set, both rows and columns need an odd number of blocks. These lovely patterns and templates range from easy, beginner. I wasnt able to participate in the exchange but i eventually made my own shaded 9patch quilt. Our new irish chain quilt block is a variation on the double irish chain. Then, just alternate 8 neutral squares with your 9 patch blocks. These lovely patterns and templates range from easy, beginner quilt block patterns to more complicated and. This is a scrappy version of the irish chain quilt. Make this 9patch block using 3 half square triangles and 6 squares. Perfect for practicing curved piecing, this quilt features an improved ninepatch block, a design that became popular in the early 1930s.
Single irish chain instructions for piecing finished size 47 x 63 inches cutting instructions for accuquilt go. Broken irish chain make a ten inch block that is different from the original irish chain. Even rows 2, 4, 6, 8 row start with the solid block. Magical 9patch quilt blocks nancy zieman productions. This irish chain nine patch block tutorial shows you how to create mini nine patch blocks for a cheerful st. The new irish chain quilt block is a 9patch so its easier to make than a typical irish chain. The final quilt is a very impressive one that is really a true traditional beauty. Beginner block lotto is a pretty country ninepatch block thats put on point by surrounding it with corner triangles. Changeup patchwork is the name of this sewing with nancy threepart tv series. A great project for beginners who are looking to challenge their skill set, this st.
Scrappy 9 patch irish chain tablerunner freemotion by. There will be 5 colored squares and 4 background squares. Like the name implies, it features nine patchwork squares arranged in a threebythree grid, just let a chess board or tictactoe square. For example, i cut my units into 2, 2 12 and 3 inch units for both strip sets. The block has a 9patch in the upper right corner, and a 4patch in the lower left corner. But instead of being drawn on a typical 5x5 grid, here we use a 9x9. Give your next quilt project a little bit of irish charm with this large quilt block that doubles as a small wall hanging. Prepare the quilt sandwich marked quilt top, batting, and backing. Stitch a to a to create a side unit new irish chain quilt block. Irish chain instructions blue feather quilt studio. Double nine patch quilt block in a single irish chain.
Our free tutorial takes you step by step through the process. To make a simple irish chain, you want your nine patch blocks to all have the dark positions in the same thing. Created by sewing together plain or neutral quilt blocks with a nine patch quilt block, this irish chain quilt pattern is so easy that you will be surprised at how quickly you finish it. Row b make row c using a different combination of sashing, plain. Feb 21, 2020 irish chain quilt patterns are a geometric and traditional design that have been popular for decades. The blocks diagonally oriented patchwork makes it a linking block, or somewhat of a chain, terms that describe blocks with similar movements that allow them to linkup in a quilt design. The a lotta nines irish chain quilt is a quick quilting pattern that will take you about two evenings to sew up.
Nov 08, 2010 or, you could even make fourpatch blocks and stitch them together. Although a single ninepatch block is shown, you could use the same stitching paths for an entire quilt top assembled from ninepatch blocks. The block s diagonally oriented patchwork makes it a linking block, or somewhat of a chain, terms that describe blocks with similar movements that allow them to linkup in a quilt design. Irish chain quilt patterns all share a common technique and look, but no two irish chain quilts are the same.
Row b make row c using a different combination of sashing, plain block and 9patch block. These stunning, traditional quilting patterns combine several techniques all quilters use to create designs that resemble the classic designs of celtic crosses and chains. Mar 16, 2018 double irish chain quilt block has been a very popular quilt block for many years. Someone shared the block with our guild and then a few of the members had a block exchange. Like so many other quilt blocks, the single irish chain has been known by other names. Odd rows 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 row starts with the ninepatch block.