Then i used my ruler and rotary cutter to cut the block. Apr 18, 2012 if you enjoy this blog, please become. I was doing some quilt bloghopping the other day when i saw this tutorial on how to take an ordinary four patch block, cut it up, and turn it into a cool new block that looks much more interesting than the original. Like the 9patch quilt block, the 4patch quilt block has been around for a long time and has a personality of its own. The double four patch quilt pattern is created entirely out of easy four patch quilt block patterns that make assembling the quilt a breeze. Easy double 4 patch quilt block pattern the spruce crafts. Disappearing quilt blocks never go out of style, so hop on the disappearing block trend with this easy baby quilt. It is used to break up quilt squares into smaller units. The four patch log cabin quilt block is easy to do and finishes at 10. And if you havent, you will be hooked after you see how easy it is. Quilt designs with sashing without sashing you can combine both disappearing 4patch blocks into one quilt.
Yet, this basic quilt block design is not limited to four samesized squares. It is important in the block, and in the design layout. Four patch quilt blocks can be in any category of difficulty from easy to intermediate or challenging. This quilt block might have another name, but i havent stumbled upon it yet. So the hopscotch quilt block im going to show you today is nothing. Each 8x8 quilt block pattern takes about 15 minutes to sew together, and you can easily create a quilt of any size by making as many or as few blocks as you would like. Fourpatch beginner quilt block the seasoned homemaker. This disappearing four patch baby quilt is the perfect baby quilt tutorial for those looking to take the traditional four patch up a notch. Single patches or several pieced patches can be used in each quadrant of a quilt block. May 19, 2016 both blocks are quick and easy to make, just perfect for a beginners quilt. Square on point2 14 2 34 finished 55317 to make cutting easy and accurate. This is a fun way to change a four patch into a new quilt block.
If anyone knows the real name of this block, please feel free to contact me. Four squares of the same size sewn together is an ideal way to learn how to quilt. A quilt top made of four patch blocks, whether basic or complex, may vary from the very simple to extremely complex, both in the geometry as well as the colorplay. Nov 30, 2015 how to make a disappearing 4patch variation block materials two 5 12 inch squares in red two 5 12 inch squares in red. See more ideas about quilt patterns, quilts and square quilt. How to make a four patch quilt block two at a time. An optional layout would be to use a fourpatch unit in place of the center square. Because these blocks are so easy to make, theyre perfect for whipping up a quilt as a lastminute gift. I got carried away with the cutting, but this one starts with two coordinated 4 patch blocks, which you slash from corner to corner two.
A 12 finished block starts with a 14 12 four patch made of 7. Fabrics in that variation are flipflopped in pairs, a step that provides two completely different looks and a huge. Ive been intrigued with this block but it has quite a few patches. Disappearing fourpatch quilt block tutorial new quilters. Sew on memory pillow patch memory patch embroidered patch, 4 square patch, custom patch, 15 colors, memory quilt, memory quilt victorialynnboutique 5 out of. Jan 17, 2012 28 4 x 4 squares of your second sashing print green 38 yard total if you want to change the size of the quilt you can either make the borders bigger or change the size squares you start with. Add a stripped sashing and a nine patch quilt block for the cornerstones and you have this quilt design. The 4 squares that make up this block are each made up of smaller four patch blocks. Return to block reference landing page browse blocks with names beginning with i through q browse blocks with names beginning with r through z 40 shades of green 5star block 5 patch variation 5440 fight amish star applique flower arrowheads arrowhead variation aunt dinah baby four patch baton rouge square beads block bears paw variation best of all big squares big time bird block blazing.
Nov 06, 2016 the four patch quilt block is the king block for every beginner quilter. The 4 patch block is often used in the center of a more complex quilt block. The most basic four patch quilt block is just what its name implies, a quilt block made with four patches of fabric, all squares, and arranged in two rows of two squares each. The idea, traditionally is to alternate contrasting triangles, which tends to make for an eyecatching quilt and can provide for some impressive quilt designs. If you are brandnew to quilting, be sure to check out my beginning quilting series for all the basics on supplies, cutting, piecing, and quilting. Make double four patch blocks that are just a bit different from the norm. Using the hst ruler of your choice and mentioned in step 6, draw the cut line on the step 4 unit. Accidental quilt block, variations of the disappearing nine patch block, great idea by beyond sock monkeysaccidental quilt block tutorial updated quilt block tutorial updated cutting a nine patch into 4 pieces freaked me out, this will be the death of me. So, because of the way the fabrics seem to weave, i named it woven four patch. Four friends and fabric quilt blocks quilt block patterns, pattern blocks, quilt blocks.
The traditional whirlwind quilt block uses only 2 colors but i saw one on facebook. In decorating, i love it when a whole room is all blue or green and even. These blocks are made combining two four patch blocks and two triangle squares. This unit is a variation on the birds in the air block. A wonderful project for precut fabric, this baby quilt tutorial also comes with a linked tutorial for creating your disappearing four patch. Feb 02, 2015 16 patch 9 patch ak quilt alaska applique bag bargello batiks bias binding blending fabrics block pattern bloggers quilt festival book border border size bow tie block braid quilt cardinal carolina chain challenge christmas project cobblestones coiled basket color value color wash creative process crossroads pattern design process double 4. Free quilt block patterns blocks ah library quilting daily. The difference in the difficulty is based on the number of pieces that make up each quadrant. Because these blocks are so easy to make, theyre perfect for whipping up. Finish sewing the double fourpatch quilt blocks this quilt pattern looks really gorgeous.
Im not sure why its called a four patch, looks like a sixteen patch to me. Sep 10, 2014 one of my most popular, quilt tutorials. The broken dishes quilt block is one of those quilt blocks that looks challenging, but in fact, is fairly straightforward. The one below was made with 5 inch squares and it will finish to a 8. The four patch quilt block is the king block for every beginner quilter. Today i will show you how to sew up the 4 patch disappearing quilt block. The main variation to this classic quilt block, and its a good one, is the disappearing ninepatch. Today i made a four patch variation not really sure if the block has a name or not i suppose i could give it one. Accidental quilt block, variations of the disappearing nine patch block, great. The most basic four patch quilt block is just what its name implies, a quilt block made with four patches of fabric, all squares, and arranged in two rows of two squares. Half square triangle3 finished square 55009 or 55456, go. Antique four patch economy block tutorial some time ago, i shared with you a post about making four patches. Each quadrant will be one quarter of the quilt block. Turn the green and cream flying geese units around to make the blocks look like a star.
Each 8x8 quilt block pattern takes about 15 minutes to sew together, and you can easily create a quilt of any size by. Nine modern 9patch quilts with nancy zieman nancy zieman. How to make a disappearing 4patch block learn in less than 2 minutes how to make this easy block. Piecing a perfect fourpatch block is just one of those things a quilter should have under their belt, if you know what i mean. Oct 04, 2012 488 videos play all quilt tutorials missouri star quilt company make a 9 patch swap quilt with jenny doan of missouri star. Four patch unit exploded a lot of blocks use fourpatches as part of the construction, so this is a great skill to have when learning to.
Fabric a pink fabric b black fabric c gray form two stratas or strip groupings. Jacobs ladder quilt pattern from our quilt design 101 series. To make that version of the quilt block, each is sewn with two fabrics. A simple quilt squares are cut 4 12 in sashing was cut 2 12. A few years ago i made a disappearing 9patch variation quilt and then i thought would the same principle work on a 4patch quilt block. Disappearing 4 patch with a twist cut diagonally quilting tutorials, quilting. Oct 28, 2017 the main variation to this classic quilt block, and its a good one, is the disappearing nine patch. Another popular layout is placing 4 patches and blocks alternately, as in the picture at the top of the page. Disappearing four patch blocks patch quilt, quilts.
You will have to travel back to an earlier time in our nation when quilting was a necessity for survival. Perfect for a scrappy look and showingoff cute fabric. Another popular layout is placing 4patches and blocks alternately, as in the picture at the top of the page. Oct 24, 2017 return to block reference landing page browse blocks with names beginning with i through q browse blocks with names beginning with r through z 40 shades of green 5star block 5patch variation 5440 fight amish star applique flower arrowheads arrowhead variation aunt dinah baby four patch baton rouge square beads block bears paw variation best of all big squares big time bird block blazing. So, if youre ready to get going and do something with your nine patch blocks, ill show you how. Four patch quilt block pattern tutorial simple and scrappy. Hearts and nine patch quilt exquisite adeptly made amish quilts. Begin your changeup patchwork journey with a traditional 4patch.
If youre looking for a simple quilt block to stitch up using basic squares, the disappearing fourpatch is simple to make using either a plain background fabric or plenty of fun and bold fabrics. Four patch quilt block patterns are among the most popular patchwork quilt block designs. How to make a disappearing 4patch variation block materials two 5 12 inch squares in red two 5 12 inch squares in red. Free quilt block patterns blocks ah library quilting. Really changed the look of the block with this option. This is a simple, modern and elegant hip to be square quilt pattern that you can get for free. Free pattern four patch log cabin quilt block fabric406. Typically, a 4patch has two light and two dark units, although you can play with the values to get interesting effects.
The disappearing 4 patch or 4 to 9 patch starts with a 4 patch block with good contrast in colors or shades and tones. I started with four fiveinch squares, then sewed them into a simple four patch block. So pop on over and check it out or follow along below. Even if you dont quilt but do love patchwork, you might have been using the four patch block all the time anyway. Orient them in the same direction to create a jacobs ladder quilt block variation called new double four patch. As the name implies, the parts of the block seem to disappear through a fantastic puzzlelike effect. Place the solid rectangle on top of step 4, right sides together.
These quilt blocks are fun and always have a surprise at the end depending on what you do. Mar 05, 20 i found one additional variation of a 4 patch block, pinwheel disappearing 4 patch at the blog welcome home farm. Four patch quilt blocks are constructed of four quadrants. Disappearing quilt blocks, quilt tutorials and printables. Luckily, its a quick and easy process nevermind that it took me about a billion pictures to show how easy it is. Nine patch calico quilt edredones amish, quilt patterns for beginners, free quilt. Yes, the name includes the words nine patch because a nine patch unit is the focal point at the center of this quilt block. A quilt top made of fourpatch blocks, whether basic or complex, may vary from the very simple to extremely complex, both in the geometry as well as the colorplay. I found one additional variation of a 4 patch block, pinwheel disappearing 4 patch at the blog welcome home farm. How to make a disappearing 4patch variation block this is another variation of a 4 patch block. The various sizes of 4patch blocks are cleverly combined with solid blocks to create a modern smalltolarge block theme.
To start, you are going to make eight 9patch blocks. The disappearing 4patch or 4 to 9patch starts with a 4patch block with good contrast in colors or shades and tones. This quilt block pattern is similar to a four patch block pattern. The 4patch block is often used in the center of a more complex quilt block. Both blocks are quick and easy to make, just perfect for a beginners quilt. If you have problems opening the above link, right click on it and save it to your computer and then open it. Heres another quilt block to use up those skinny strips youve been saving. The double fourpatch quilt pattern is created entirely out of easy fourpatch quilt block patterns that make assembling the quilt a breeze. See more ideas about quilts, patch quilt and quilt patterns. If youre looking for a simple quilt block to stitch up using basic squares, the disappearing four patch is simple to make using either a plain background fabric or plenty of fun and bold fabrics. Im planning quite a lot of my christmas decorations, just to make use of these cute four patch blocks. After trying a few disappearing quilt blocks the 4 patch, 9 patch, 16 patch and pinwheel. Fast four patch quilt tutorial quilting tutorial diary of.
Using the medium 1 pink 3 squares and the medium 2green 3 squares, sew together four half square triangle. You will need to trim the larger 4patch variation block. The patch in this traditional quilt block is a square and the entire block is made up of halfsquare triangles. If youre looking for a simple quilt block to stitch up using basic squares, the disappearing fourpatch is simple to make using either a plain.
Mix up the lineup using three different sizes of 4patches for 4. It is possibly the first block you will ever learn once you pick up quilting. Four patch favourite four patches are a basic quilt block unit, that anyone can make. The 4 squares that make up this block are each made up of smaller fourpatch blocks. Dec 04, 2015 the broken dishes quilt block is one of those quilt blocks that looks challenging, but in fact, is fairly straightforward. These 4 patch quilt blocks measure 8 12 inches each. Like the 9 patch quilt block, the 4 patch quilt block has been around for a long time and has a personality of its own. I thought it would be fun to expand this just a little bit. Fast four patch quilt tutorial quilting tutorial diary. Fabrics in that variation are flipflopped in pairs, a step that provides two completely different looks and a huge number of layout variations for the finished quilt. Luckily, its a quick and easy process nevermind that it took me.
Disappearing 16 patch tutorial today i am guest blogging over at stash manicure and sharing a part of my happy quilting quiltalong. Diamond 4 patch original the page links below will lead you back through time, with the larger numbers being the most recent patterns. Return to block reference landing page browse blocks with names beginning with i through q browse blocks with names beginning with r through z 40 shades of green 5star block 5patch variation 5440 fight amish star applique flower arrowheads arrowhead variation aunt dinah baby four patch baton rouge square beads block bears paw variation best of all big squares big. I got carried away with the cutting, but this one starts with two coordinated 4 patch blocks, which you slash from corner to corner two times. Accidental quilt block, variations of the disappearing nine patch block, great idea by beyond sock monkeysaccidental quilt block tutorial updated quilt block tutorial updated cutting a nine patch into 4 pieces freaked me out, this will be the death of. If you are brandnew to quilting, be sure to check out my. Click here to download double 4 patch pdf file close attention needs to be paid to how these blocks are laid out to create the chains across the quilt. A good friend is retiring near the beginning of september so i dug into my green. Change the dimensions and presto, a new, fresh look. Step 1 see the cutting chart above and based on your chosen size, from fabrics a and b cut 2 squares.