Solid nine patch irish chain

Give your next quilt project a little bit of irish charm with this large quilt block that doubles as a small wall hanging. Earlier this year i purchased fabric for a christmas tree mini quilt pattern i designed and made but havent released and since it didnt require a lot of fabric, i luckily had enough left for an entire. Parent blocks made with 412 squares daughters that finish at 534 square. The irish chain is a beautiful and simple quilt composed of a solid block and a ninepatch block. Parent blocks made with 5 squares daughters that finish at 6. I like the wonky look of the quilt and the simple way of doing it. Single irish chain quilt block tutorial patchwork posse.

Bright and happy, this color was popular in the 1920s, 1950s and now again. Things have been picking up speed here at the shop, and weve been busier than ever. This large quilt block tutorial uses small nine patch blocks to create an irish chain, and also uses tiny hearts to create applique shamrocks. I also like the woven ribbon look and you make it look easy to piece. This irish chain quilt that im going to share with you in a baby quilt size calls for 1. I always love a good tutorial, so i thought id add one to my blog in case youd like to make one of these for yourself. Coordinate the colors of your solid fabric with a color in. After that, one end of the strip set is squared up. Fold and crease squares horizontally, vertically and diago nally to mark block centers. Layout your quilt blocks into rows of 7 alternating nine patch and solid squares. See more ideas about patch quilt, 9 patch quilt and quilt patterns. Each finished nine patch block measures 2 14 x 2 14, with each tiny square measuring 34 x 34 finished. This is a fun quilt to make for kids and teens too.

In some cases the quilt maker has put a different quilted design in each solid space. I want to try the vintage 9patch, can do 4 patch, and the 7patch weave. Made of ninepatch squares, triangles and hexagons, it is a good quilt pattern to use up small fabric scraps in your leftover stash. The quilt design is block based, and when broken down into smaller units it is not difficult to piece. Nine modern 9patch quilts with nancy zieman nancy zieman. Then i received your email with the ninepatch variations and here the irish chain is the first on the list. Squares of any consistent size can be used to assemble the parent nine patch blocks for a disappearing nine patch quilt. Mar 09, 2015 if you were to number each square of the nine patch across 123 456 789 and made squares 2, 4, 6 and 8 out of the solid fabric, you would have a single irish chain. Nine patch quilt block tutorial simple simon and company. There are other ways the space has been used as well. If your nine patch was 6 finished, or 612 unfinished, your solid block would be cut 612 unfinished to match it.

Lets start with the components for the 9patch block. This picnic blanket pattern combines rail fence blocks with nine patches and a bold black and white sashing for a quilt with a retro feel. Click here to learn more about a single irish chain. With the rise of quilting as a business, some lancaster county amish craftswomen farm out work to others, such as the piecing or applique work, in order to produce quilts more efficiently and at a more reasonable cost. But since the chains are only one fabric wide, the pattern is less distinct, you have to squint a bit to see it. A simple and graphic piece of art with a solid color tourquoise will complement any decor. The irish chain is such a beautiful, classic quilt. Theyre fairly simple, composed of a solid block and a nine patch block. The bold and beautiful irish chain quilt block is easily one of the most striking irish chain quilt patterns youll see today.

I like the idea of the colourful squares and the solid colour brick. This one is another chain variation as you can tell im a little fond of this type of unit, i love the way they create a secondary design on a quilt top. See how the darker fabric in the nine patch blocks forms diamondshaped frames around the light solid squares. Dec 11, 2018 ive always wanted to make an irish chain quilt, so i finally did. Double nine patch quilt block in a single irish chain. Get the best deals on antique quilt tops when you shop the largest online selection at. If you were to number each square of the nine patch across 123 456 789 and made squares 2, 4, 6 and 8 out of the solid fabric, you would have a single irish chain.

Your guide to making a single irish chain baby quilt irish. There are no seams to worry about nesting or matching when sewing the rows. If you havent already finished your single irish chain block, these are the instructions for completing the block. 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. The nine patch blocks and the sashing cornerstones that form the irish chain design are made with blues from the foundations line. I used six different blues and strip pieced the nine patch blocks. Well made by lancaster county, pa young mennonite quilt designer connie lapp and hand quilted by her mother. Here are some examples of nine patch blocks combined with solid blocks. Scrappy quilts easy quilts small quilts mini quilts 9 patch quilt quilt blocks quilt sets antique quilts vintage quilts. I want to try the vintage 9 patch, can do 4 patch, and the 7 patch weave. Quilters recipe box alternate block for nine patch unit. At this site youll also find a double and triple irish chain pattern too.

Layout your quilt blocks into rows of 7 alternating ninepatch and solid squares. Amish quilts are made by single craftswomen, or more often in tandem with others. Ninepatch revolution 20 modern quilt projects jenifer dick and angela walters. When the different pieces are sewn together, they form a circle. Irish chain ninepatch quilt tutorial diary of a quilter a quilt blog. Its easy to make, its easy to get great results, and it can be used in a variety of ways. We have made several irish chain quilts and shared them with you in earlier posts. This single irish chain quilt showcases a simple nine patch in disguise. There will be 5 colored squares and 4 background squares. Attic workshop quilts page 2 amish country quilts sites. You sew the 9 patch of the irish chain with 5 white or background fabrics. Like the name implies, it features nine patchwork squares arranged in a threebythree grid, just let a chess board or tictactoe square. Apr 17, 2017 quilters recipe box alternate block for nine patch unit nine patch chain ready for another block using nine patch units. I think it this little trick gives the pattern a somewhat modern feel.

Make sure to prewash, starch, and press your fat quarters and background fabric so they are easy to cut into long strips. Starting from the squared up end, the instructions say to cut as many 8inch segments from the strip set as possible to create 8inch by 8inch patchwork squares. I have made plenty of ninepatch blocks but never an irish chain. Christmas irish chain quilt monday morning designs.

For a dramatic look use a colored fabric for the chain patches and a lighter, more solid fabric for the background patches. The circles are then put together to form the block. 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. Sew rows together, pressing all seams toward the solid square away from the ninepatch blocks. Then i received your email with the nine patch variations and here the irish chain is the first on the list.

Nine patch set on point with alternating solid blocks. The placement of the colors and background such a different look to the traditional. 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. December 11, 2018 september 23, 2019 deb gehringer. Use a colored fabric for the first patch top left corner, follow it with a lighter background fabric and then a colored fabric. Jul 07, 2015 the irish chain quilt is coming along nicely, and is now a complete quilt top. Irish chain ninepatch quilt tutorial diary of a quilter. Nov 28, 2017 the scrappy irish chain quilt pattern pdf file is available for immediate download from my etsy store as well as my pattern store and includes 14 pages of photos and diagrams. What size blocks did you use for the solid kona blocks next to the nine patch blocks. Etsy charges australian buyers gst because they are considered an international electronic distribution platform australian. Simple ninepatch and hourglass blocks go modern in this pastel quilt. Each step of the quilt making process builds on itself so if take the time to make your fabric easier to cut accurately, then. Aug 07, 2016 the humble nine patch is an essential quilt block. This irish chain nine patch block tutorial shows you how to create mini nine patch blocks for a cheerful st.

Get the best deals on antique quilt tops when you shop. I especially love two color quilts, so these are high on my list of favorites. Circa 1930 nine patch irish chain quilt constructed form alternating pink and white pieced nine patch blocks and solid white setting blocks. Half irish chain irish chain dresden plate irish dresden plate. Aug 02, 2012 unsubscribe from missouri star quilt company. Odd rows will start and end with a nine patch block. This is the last part of our tutorial on how we make an irish chain or ninepatch quilt.

Create a fun chain design from garlic knots blocks set sidebyside. Parent blocks made with 312 squares daughters that finish at 414 square. The key to piecing a double irish chain quilt quickly is to start with great fabric preparation. Multiple solid color fabric stars stand out against a black background to create a strong visual appearance. A size that can be used as a crib quilt, wall hanging or throw. Irish chain 9patch quilt tutorial part 4 home sewn by us. Penny halgren shows how to sew the irish chain patch quilt block using a strip piecing method for the 9 patches distributed by tubemogul. Odd rows will start and end with a ninepatch block. Fold and crease squares horizontally, vertically and diago nally to. Each block is very simple, but when connected the patchwork links with each other to.

This single irish chain quilt showcases a simple ninepatch in disguise. If you are just joining us now, part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4 may be found by clicking on the links. I made an irish chain quilt three years ago with pastel solid chains and easter bunny fabric. As with the initial instructions for the fourpatches, i encourage you to lay out your pieces in the way the block will end up. From traditional nine patch units, to glorified nine patch, uneven nine patch, and double nine patch blocks, this simply block produces beautiful results. Many of us would describe this irish chain quilt as well proportioned. The book, kansas quilts and quilters, displays two interesting irish chain quilts by mennonite quilters. Theyre fairly simple, composed of a solid block and a ninepatch block. Nothing like being on the cusp of 2020 to start a blog. I think they will help me i to create an irish chain, a bourdillo bad spelling,and a celtic knot. See more ideas about quilt patterns, patch quilt and quilts. Referring to diagram 3, lay out four corner units, four solid white 31. In an effort to sew efficiently i first made in excess of 200 nine patch blocks pieced from strip sets. A creative painterly version of the log cabin pattern.

There is no end to what kind of creative projects you can make with a block like this, which lends itself to lots of variation and scrap quilting. Sew rows together, pressing all seams toward the solid square away from the nine patch blocks. The colorful mix of jeweltone fabrics in one half of each block with tan only fabrics in the other half plus the narrow tan diagonal visual lines and sawtooth inner borders make for an engaging overall look. The design is traditional but the fabrics are modern and feature many ispy elements from animals, birds, and bees, to accessories, tools of the sewing trade, flowers, faces, and more. Sew a bright table topper using precut print strips and solid white. Youll find lots of ways to use the nine patch block pattern.

The irish chain quilt on the books cover just makes me smile. The back of the quilt is covered with a subtle, beautiful blue and white print fabric. This quilt is made from solid squares and simple nine patches using just two fabricsa background and a contrasting fabric. For instance, a pattern asks you to sew five 2inch wide strips of fabric side by side and press. Exquisitely designed and pieced then beautifully hand quilted with small perfect stitches. Sew block quilt view of single irish chain quilt pattern, shows baby quilt with solid.

Irish chain fabric selection once you have determined that you want to make a quilt, the next steps are to decide a for who, b what size and c what pattern. See more ideas about irish chain quilt, quilts and quilt patterns. Mar 16, 2020 the irish chain is such a beautiful, classic quilt. See more ideas about irish chain quilt, quilt patterns and quilt blocks. The only thing that limits our creativity is our own imagination. Jenny doan demonstrates how to make a simple, yet lovely single irish chain quilt using jelly rolls. So if you want to give it a shot, here is the tutorial. With simple nine patch blocks that form a single irish chain quilt pattern, you can create a beautiful quilt without knowing much about piecework. I like the irish chain quilt pattern and was seriously thinking of making that my next quilt.

This pennsylvania quilt is in pristine unused condition. Mom used the new fabric rustling leaves and bella solid snow 990011 for the background. Quilters recipe box alternate block for nine patch unit nine patch chain ready for another block using nine patch units. Irish chain 9patch quilt tutorial part 1 home sewn by us.

When the modern irish chain quilt blocks are assembled into a quilt it looks more handmade, even though all the blocks are the same size. Scrappy ninepatch blocks have a fresh feel in this reproduction of an antique lap quilt. In the center of the quilt, you will find that the road home leads to a photo of a military family. This single irish chain quilt block is simple, but stunning. Arrange them in groups of white, green, white and green, white, green. This quilt top has been so fun to piece, its up there with my top 5 favorite projects.