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Every journey starts with the first step. Here is your first step into
the world of quilting. This is also a beginner's level quilt block,
this is the basic square that starts every quilt. The square just gets
you introduced in the art of quilting, most patterns start with the 9 square
block. The variations of the pattern are changed with different cuts.
Ok, lets begin....
Material needed:
We are using two colors in the pattern, any colors will do, we are
using Blue and White for this demonstration. You can make your quilt more
colorful, or as basic as you want.
Blue Material
five 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" square for block center
White Material
four 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" for block corners |
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When making a 12" block, why have 4 1/2" squares?
We cut the squares 4 1/2" because we always try to use the standard
1/4" seams on the sewing. When sewing four sides of your square you
will end up with a 12" block
We take the squares and sew three squares together
as shown.
This gives you three strips of fabric. Make sure the strips are exact same
size, this will make the block square. |
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The final step, you guessed it, sew the three strips together to form
your block.
You should now have a 12 1/2" block, when sewing your block to rest
of the quilt it will become a 12" block.
You have completed your first 9 square and are on your way to maling beautiful
quilts.
The only thing stopping you from creating is your imagination. |
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This patchwork block is called 9 Square. Although different color variations
exist with other names.
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