Disappearing Nine Patch quilt block
A nine-patch cut in half both ways, with two of the quarters turned around. Nine 5" squares make one 13" block, because the cuts come after the sewing.
Cutting for 10", 11½", 13", 16" blocks
| Fabric | Pieces | Cut | 10" block | 11½" block | 13" block | 16" block |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| main | Nine-patch corners | 4 | 4" | 4½" | 5" | 6" |
| background | Nine-patch sides | 4 | 4" | 4½" | 5" | 6" |
| accent | Nine-patch centers | 1 | 4" | 4½" | 5" | 6" |
Cut sizes include ¼" seam allowances.
How to sew a 13" Disappearing Nine Patch block
Sew the nine 5" squares into a nine-patch: corners and center in their own fabrics, sides in the side fabric. It measures 14" square.
Cut the nine-patch in half through the center both ways, making four quarters.
Turn the top-right and bottom-left quarters around, so their big squares sit next to the center, and sew the four quarters back together. The block measures 13" finished, 13½" with seam allowance.
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Disappearing Nine Patch quilt pattern
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