How to Make a Nine-Patch Block with Sashing
Image credit: Teresa DownUnder via YouTube
I’ve made many nine-patch blocks in different styles and versions before, but nothing tops this one by Teresa DownUnder on YouTube, which only incorporates a sashing in between. It’s an effortless addition and most would think this would not have any impact at all, but it adds just enough fun to the quilt block without separating the 9-patch apart completely.
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It’s very easy to piece together, too, which makes this perfect for beginners or newbies in quilting to try, and if you’re an expert quilter, then this would make a great project to pass the time. Learn the steps to making this quilt block now by following the written instructions down below and while you’re at it make sure to watch the video tutorial as well.
Materials for Nine-Patch Block with Sashing:
- Green print fabric
- Pink print fabric
- Plain white fabric
- Marking pen, pencil, or chalk
- Ruler
- Scissors or rotary cutter and a cutting mat
- Fabric pins
- Needle and thread
- Iron, for pressing
- Sewing machine
How to Make Nine-Patch Block with Sashing:
Step 1
Cut 4 squares at 5×5 inches in green fabric, then 1 square at 5×5 inches in pink fabric, and 4 squares at 5×5 inches in white fabric. Place the pink square at the center, then lay the white squares on all sides of the pink square at the center, and fill the empty corners with the green squares.
Step 2
Chain piece the squares together, then stitch them per row and press both seams toward the darker print. Stitch the rows to each other, then nest the seams together, and press with swirling seams. Fold the block in half, then press the fold lightly, and cut it in half.
Step 3
Cut a strip of white fabric at 1×4 inches, then put it in between the halved block, and stitch them together, press the seams nicely. Fold the block in half in the opposite direction from the first sashing, then repeat the same steps you did earlier, and press the block nice and flat.
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How to Make a Nine-Patch Block with Sashing
