Quilting Magic with a 9-Patch Block

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

Quilting Magic with a 9-Patch Block

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How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

Many creative quilt or craft projects start with 9-patch blocks. Yet, there’s more to a 9-patch block than meets the eye! I’ll show you how to change-up the strip sizes, fabrics, or block layout to expand your quilting options. Change-Up Patchwork is the name of my newest Sewing With Nancy 3-part TV series. Watch online to see all the details.

The basic 9-patch quilt block can easily be made with two fabrics and two different fabric stratas—sew strips together, sub cut into sections, then sew into a block. Watch the process online at your convenience and find all the instructions in my new book, Change-Up PatchworkAfter learning the basics, the creativity begins!

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

Vintage 9-Patch

My first variation is a vintage-look table quilt. In the 1800s, quilters painstakingly cut small fabric squares from fabric scraps, then hand-pieced 9-patch designs. I’ll show you how to achieve this vintage look with ease, incorporating clever strip cutting techniques.

  • Create the first strata unit: dark—light—dark fabric strips. Notice that partial lengths of crosswise strips are “kissed” together on each side of the middle strips. That’s the magic! Watch online or read the book to learn the math (for the strip lengths) that allows this process to work.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

  • Stitch a second strata unit: light—dark—light fabric strips. Again, use partial strip lengths.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

  • Subcut the stratas into sections. The specific strip size that I recommend makes for almost no waste of fabric while giving the vintage, scrappy effect.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

  • Stitch the sections together; presto! The finished quilt was created by alternating the 9-patch blocks with cream-colored fabric squares of the same size.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

 

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

Camouflaged 9-Patch

At first glance, you might think this quilt design is a combination of several different blocks designs—perhaps a 4-patch paired with squares and rectangles. As you’ll soon learn, it’s a 9-patch—a camouflaged 9-patch block. The large 12″ finished block sizes are a speedy way to create a baby’s tummy-time quilt.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

I’ll show you how to create two strata configurations. The strip sizes are the same in each strata with the fabric colors reversed.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy
How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With NancyI find it fascinating how two fabrics can be used to create asymmetrical 9-patch blocks.How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

7-Patch Weave

There aren’t too many hard-fast rules when it comes to patchwork, which is why I chose to break with tradition. Case in point: Must the 9-patch block always have nine pieces? That may seem like a ridiculous question, yet take away part of the block and substitute a strip of fabric—presto a 7-patch block. With a clever layout the blocks intertwine, which gives the illusion of them being woven together. I call it the 7-Patch Weave.

How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

You’ll notice that these blocks have some of the components of a 9-patch. The middle section—a strip of fabric—creates an easy-to-piece block with unique design possibilities.How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With NancyWith a layout that alternates blocks and directions of the blocks, a woven design appears. Watch me layout the blocks online, during the third episode of Change -Up Patchwork.How to make a 9-patch quilt block, Nancy Zieman, Sewing With Nancy

Watch the 3-part series of Change-Up Patchwork on Sewing With Nancy online.

  1. Episode one features the versatility of a 4-patch block.
  2. The star of episode two is the square-within-a-square quilt block.
  3. The third episode features the basics for stitching the traditional 9-patch block.

To watch Sewing With Nancy on your iPad, iPod Touch, or iPhone, download the app.

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Book Features Nine Great Quilts

Find these easy 4-patch quilts, and six additional quilts, in the new Change-Up Patchwork Book and DVD or in the Change-Up Patchwork Starter Set.

How to Sew Easy Four-Patch Quits by Nancy Zieman on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy TV Show

How to Sew Easy Four-Patch Quits by Nancy Zieman on the TV Show Sewing With Nancy TV Show

Nancy’s Notions is giving away one copy of the new book, Change-Up Patchwork. Leave a comment below to enter the giveaway, telling us which of these designs you’d like to make.

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221 Comments

  • Jennifer Reinke
    December 31, 2015

    Oh . . . they all look lovely! What a great way to “change” up the 9-patch. I would love to try the 7 patch weave. This is my New Year’s resolution–to try and sew more for “me” and the joy that it brings to my life.

  • judy Ball-Farber
    December 31, 2015

    Just made my son a big quilt when he went back to the us.
    Mad from swisted 9 patch/
    he loved it.
    now I will do some more after seeing the options you gave/
    Happy New Year
    judy

  • Joey
    December 31, 2015

    love simple patterns & love 9 patches

  • Delena J.
    December 31, 2015

    Nancy ~ You make variations of quilt blocks/patterns seem very attainable for those of us new to the world of quilting. And for those of us who waited a little late in life to start learn a new hobby, learning to quilt can be a little overwhelming and challenging at times — you re books/tutorials make the process less intimidating. Thank you! Wishing you and your staff a safe, healthy and Happy New Year! 🙂

  • Sharon Scheidt
    December 31, 2015

    I would like to make the Vintage 9 Patch with my 30’s fabrics! I just found out for Christmas that I will be a grand mom for the first time ,so I think I will make this!

  • donna adkins
    December 31, 2015

    I absolutely love the variations! Will probably do the vintage one first, but will try them all .

  • kate
    December 31, 2015

    I’ve always been drawn to dimensional quilts, so the 7-patch weave is right up my alley. I love to see how your creativity just keeps going and going. May the new year bring blessings to you all!

  • Alpha G. Hawkins
    December 31, 2015

    I have always loved the nine patch. I love the different ways to change the patches for a different look.

  • Debra Williams
    December 31, 2015

    I LOVE that 7 patch weave!!! Thanks for the opportunity to win this wonderful prize!!

  • Bev M
    December 31, 2015

    I like the camouflaged nine patch and the weave.

  • Marianne
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 patch weave. Big visual splash using just 3 fabrics!

  • Mary Mortland
    December 31, 2015

    These blocks are great. They would be good for Project Linus quilts.

  • Diane C
    December 31, 2015

    I would probably make all of them at some point. I have lots of scraps etc to use and I think these patterns would be great.

  • Judy C
    December 31, 2015

    Oh I love these. Fun blocks to play with in 2016!

  • Shirley Hildreth
    December 31, 2015

    Looking forward to quilting in 2016. Our house was under remodeling all of 2015 and my sewing room was not available. My stash is calling me back ant the nine patch would be perfect.

  • Helen Owen
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 patch weave!

  • Annie Welch
    December 31, 2015

    I like the 7 patch quilt. I enjoy your shows on television. Thanks for all the information you give. I want to try to make more quilts this year.

  • Connie Gauthier
    December 31, 2015

    I absolutely love the 7-patch weave! I have wanted to make a quilt with the woven look but could never find a pattern I liked. Now I can get started.

  • Vicki Mooren
    December 31, 2015

    I love the 7 patch weave and how easy it looks with just 3 colors.

  • Cyndi
    December 31, 2015

    I like both the 7 patch weave and the Camouflaged 9-patch! Thank you for the give away!

  • Julia
    December 31, 2015

    I love the quilting shows. Even though I won’t make most, it does give me inspiration to try new styles and patterns. Thanks Nancy.

  • Barbara Yoder
    December 31, 2015

    Sometimes we forget that a simple block can easily be used in different ways to make quilts that no matter the size are interesting and beautiful. The fun is in choosing fabric that appeals to you or the intended recipient. Thanks, Nancy, for the reminder and guidance!

  • Sammie Carey
    December 31, 2015

    I love the Vintage 9 patch. It looks very different from the usual 9 patch. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  • Karen B.
    December 31, 2015

    The 7 Patch weave looks fun. Think it would make a fun baby quilt. Thanks so much for the chance to win. Nancy, you always keep us learning.

  • Rosalind Gutierrez
    December 31, 2015

    The retro vintage 9-Patch has great eye appeal plus clever use of small pieces.

  • margaret
    December 31, 2015

    I like them all since I do lots of baby quilts , mostly to donate or give as gifts – but I really like the weave patch – can see lots of possibilities

  • Mary Grace Ronan
    December 31, 2015

    amazing this is just what I have been looking for…I want the scrap look w/o all the planning to make it so…I love this idea…thanks Nancy…wishing you & your team & family a Happy Healthy New Year! God Bless

  • pat saft
    December 31, 2015

    Have quilted for years and find the nine patch is still a favorite of mine. The woven 9 patch is something I would like to try soon. Now that Christmas panic is over!!!

  • Margaret Carlson
    December 31, 2015

    Easy Peasy #7 the joy of quilting!

  • Yolanda
    December 31, 2015

    They are all beautiful. I really like the seven patch weave. Your tutorials make it easy to follow and do. Thank you and Happy New Year.

  • Thunder
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to make the camo quilt, in pinks

  • Nancy Matheson
    December 31, 2015

    I’m definitely putting the 7 patch weave on my to do list! Thanks for the chance.

  • Thunder
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to make the camo quilt, in pinks

  • Chrysanthemum
    December 31, 2015

    What a find!!! Love your first-to-me blog.. And the topic is just what I’m exploring. For several months now I told myself that in 2016, I’m going to explore the 9-Patch… So far I’ve made several traditional 9 patch block quilts, but this year, I’m exploring them in series; wherever that may take me, I have a disappearing nine patch that is ready to be embellished. I’m looking forward to watching your on-line lessons and having fun with it…. And the 7-Patch Weave may even be the first one I will try…. So glad to have found your blog….

  • Nancy D.
    December 31, 2015

    I don’t usually care for vintage looks, but yours looks so sweet and delicate – you may have changed my mind. I also love the 7 patch weave (which is more my style) and the camouflaged 9 patch.

  • Charlotte
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to try the “7-patch weave”. They all look like fun!

  • Kathleen Swinkowski
    December 31, 2015

    The vintage 9 patch. I’ve been quilting just for a couple of years and just did a couple of 9 patch blocks before Christmas.

  • Mary Ann U.
    December 31, 2015

    Love the Vintage 9-Patch and will make it for a Project Linus quilt. It’s a clever use of fabric pieces. All the quilts are terrific. Thanks for all you do, Nancy. Happy New Year!

  • Nellie
    December 31, 2015

    It’s the 7 Patch Weave for me! How delightful. I can’t wait to start this – just get the fabric together and away I go!

  • Linda E in AZ
    December 31, 2015

    The 7-patch weave looks like a great one to try for the community quilts that I make for our guild.
    thanks!!

  • Anne Z
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 patch. It looks like a complicated design, but you have simplified it for us. We can wow our friends.

  • AS
    December 31, 2015

    I’d love to win. Enjoy your projects.

  • Diana Krohnert
    December 31, 2015

    I LOVE the 7 patch weave that evolves from the 9-patch. It is at the top of my to do list.

  • Janet Urbahns
    December 31, 2015

    I love the comforting rhythm in the Vintage Nine Patch. It is fun to see the variations from color changes. This will be my next quilt.

  • Jean
    December 31, 2015

    I am new to the art of quilting and the 9-patch “change up” book looks like it would be very helpful for a novice quilter maker.

  • Camille
    December 31, 2015

    New approaches and new looks for the traditional 9 patch are an inspiration for starting the New Year. I can’t wait to get to my scraps and start creating with your ideas.

  • Nancy Johnson
    December 31, 2015

    Would love this book to learn all these nine patch blocks.

  • Helen Stewart
    December 31, 2015

    Great ideas! I have 2 baby quilts to get made so always open to new ideas!

  • Mary Daum
    December 31, 2015

    At age 60+ I’ve decided to take up quilting. This from a person that can’t sew. My goal in 2016 is to start and finish a quilt bigger than a lap size one. The vintage 9 patch, and the 7 patch weave, looks like something I can accomplish. Thank you for the inspiration. Wishing you and yours a safe, happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

  • carol fernandez
    December 31, 2015

    I did a couple 9 patch in the past and loved them..think it is time to do another, esp for a wedding coming next year. Thank you Nancy for your program.

  • Linda
    December 31, 2015

    Oh how I love your ideas! Great for teaching my young 6year old granddaughter how to start with grandmas help of course! I’m excited to teach her. Thanks Nancy and Happy New Year everybody!!!!!!!!!

  • Marie Williams
    December 31, 2015

    I’m not much of a quilter, but I have done a vintage 9 patch and loved doing it. The 7 block looks challenging but I think I may try it this year. I’ve made myself a promise to make at least one quilt this year.

  • Suzanne McGurk
    December 31, 2015

    I really like ‘the weave’ and will definitely try it.
    Thanks, Nancy, for the giveaway and a Happy and Healthy New Year to you and your family.

  • Kris Janssen
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 Patch Weave. Appears so easy when following Nancy’s directions but results in a quilt that seems much more complex to make. Love it!!

  • Delores
    December 31, 2015

    How much fun could I have while making quilts to give? The weave with the 7 patch is perfect for all my scrap pre-cut strips. Could the camouflage 9 patch work with busy prints-hmmm? Can’t wait to see the rest of the series! Thanks, Nancy, and Best New Year’s Wishes to All.

  • Lisa V
    December 31, 2015

    Loving the 7-patch Weave. I have found a purpose in my life again collecting and making quilts to cover veterans when they take the Indy Honor Flight to Washington DC to view memorials. I can see this pattern in a red/white/blue combo with some uneven stars appliqued like they are tucked in between the weave. The weave reminds me that all service men, no matter what rank or department came together to make and keep this great country of ours!

  • Carol Fuller
    December 31, 2015

    I Tape your shows so I can show my friends what I am talking about when I tell them about your ideas etc.
    Want to try the 7 patch now =, but will have to wait and watch the show. Darn

  • Dee
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 9 patch weave. I have many of Nancy’s books , would like to add this to my collection . Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Phyllis Barton
    December 31, 2015

    I love the 7-patch weave, neat idea to change up things.

  • Phyllis Barton
    December 31, 2015

    The 7-patch weave is a great way to change up things.

  • Jeanne Ragan
    December 31, 2015

    I LOVE scrap quilts. This has so many unique ideas. Tks.

  • Jan Hall
    December 31, 2015

    I really like the camouflaged 9 patch…with my embroidery machine…how cute would it be to add embroidery designs to the larger block using thread to match the corresponding blocks in the quilt. Great ideas…I can hardly wait to see the whole series! Thank you Nancy…and Happy New Year to you and yours.

  • Penelope Nieznanski
    December 31, 2015

    Wow, simple but dynamic.

  • Lisa
    December 31, 2015

    Love the simplicity of this, yet the end result is outstanding. Looking forward to using the 7-Patch Weave as a donation quilt for Honor Flights to offer warmth to veterans for their trip. Reminds me that each branch of service and every rank wove a bond to protect our country.

  • Judy Christopher
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 patch weave!!

  • Faye
    December 31, 2015

    I’d love to try all the changes..
    Fantastic!

  • Linda M
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to make the vintage 9-patch. It looks so cozy.

  • Janet ML
    December 31, 2015

    I think it would be fun to make the camouflaged nine-patch and do some embroidery in the middle of the blocks.

  • Linda S
    December 31, 2015

    Love the Camouflaged 9 Patch!

  • Beth P.
    December 31, 2015

    Intrigued by the 7-patch weave

  • Linda Lampson
    December 31, 2015

    Love the tutorial on using graph paper to design. These look great for community quilts.

    • Erin Dumont
      December 31, 2015

      The camouflaged nine-patch looks wonderful and easy!

  • Audrey Mabe
    December 31, 2015

    Love them all. Thank you for the chance to win a book.

  • Diane F
    December 31, 2015

    I love traditional scrappy nine-patch, but am delighted to have instructions for the “woven” arrangement!

  • Candice
    December 31, 2015

    I’ve fallen in love with your Camouflaged 9 patch, then of course, the 7 patch weave caught my eye! Can’t wait to switch computers to watch the video (no sound here!). I’d been taught the 9 patch, and kind of remembered the basics – oh boy, I can’t wait to start!!! Thanks Nancy for re-inspiring me!

  • Ruth Bradford
    December 31, 2015

    I like the middle one, the blue camouflaged blocks are easy to work with. This could be a two-color or multi-color quilt and I like that option.

  • Linda Shumway
    December 31, 2015

    I spent 10 minutes staring at the 7-patch, and now I’ve GOT to make that pattern. I love quickly pieced patterns for lap and baby quilts and this blog has been very informative. Thanks for the giveaway.

  • Pamela Tabor
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to make all of them but the camouflaged 9-patch first. After seeing the pictures of the 9-patch quilts, I am going to go through my stash to see if I have the fabric to start a quilt.

  • Donna N.
    December 31, 2015

    I have to try the 7-patch weave. Would have never guessed it was constructed in that manner.

  • Jean Palionis
    December 31, 2015

    I really like the look of the camouflaged patchwork quilt. My favorite remains the 9-patch. So much can be done with it. Thank you for the give-a-way.

  • Kay
    December 31, 2015

    Love the Vintage 9-patch!

  • Barbara Ahlf
    December 31, 2015

    Love the way you made the traditional 9-patch. Always interested in new ways.

  • Brenda Bradley
    December 31, 2015

    I have always loved the nine patch. Would love to have this book,s ideas to make a quilt for my six year old grandson.

  • MARILOU HOMER
    December 31, 2015

    I LIVE IN A RETIREMENT CENTER AND I WOULD LOVE TO MAKE LAP QUILTS FOR THE RESIDENTS. I USED TO MAKE QUILTS FOR THE HOMELESS AND THIS IS A WELL WORTH DOING PROJECT. SOME OF THESE RESIDENTS HAVE NO LOVED ONES TO TAKE AN INTEREST IN THEM. A WARM QUILT WOULD REALLY LIFT THEIR SPIRITS.

  • Sharon Clark
    December 31, 2015

    I’d like to do all of them, particularly the camouflaged nine patch or the basket weave, but probably will start with the basic! I love your show and I’ll watch this video tomorrow (New Year’s Day).

  • Billye Stigall
    December 31, 2015

    I like the Vintage 9 block pattern

  • ROBIN, TX
    December 31, 2015

    That 7 Patch Weave looks interesting to make.

  • Gloria Hart
    December 31, 2015

    Intrigued by that 7 patch weave. It’s now on my bucket list.

  • Phyl McCord
    December 31, 2015

    Wow! The seven patch weave is amazing. I would love to make a quilt with this design.

  • Gloria Hart
    December 31, 2015

    I am intregued by that 7 patch weave. It is now on my list.

  • Kris B
    December 31, 2015

    I love the vintage 9 patch! One of my new year’s resolutions is to start using up my scraps–thanks for some great ideas to do that!

  • janlum
    December 31, 2015

    Love the 7 patch weave. Clever technique!

  • Susan T
    December 31, 2015

    I really like the 7 patch weave. But truthfully love them all! I’m new to quilting and love watching your show on WEDU. I want to make quilts for all my grandkids.

  • JonnieEarle
    December 31, 2015

    Love the look of the 7 patch weave. However I like all 9 patch blocks. Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Annie K
    December 31, 2015

    I would make the vintage 9-patch…love the warm cozy feeling of the old standard and variety of scraps in the 9-patch.

  • Mary B
    December 31, 2015

    I, too, like them all but I’m most fascinated by how the 7-patch weave comes together. But I would like to use all techniques in choosing my next quilt design.

  • Starla
    December 31, 2015

    I love the woven look quilt. Thanks for the shortcut tips!

  • Francine Shea
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to win the book/ DVD collection. I am just getting into quilting and would love to have these directions to try my hand at it. I have been a fan for years watching the show and also contributing to the PBS station to continue to air them locally. Love watching the wonderful charity work and friendships you developed throughout your remarkable career like with Mary Malardi. I went to visit her when she did a class in Cheektowaga, NY. just from watching her on your show. She was just as good, and funnier in person! I would like be to see you in person before you retire. Lived the two of you in the cooking video with the band. You two remind me of Ethel and Lucy!

  • Pat
    December 31, 2015

    I really like the quilt ideas shown here. I would love to win the book because I am very interested in trying the 7 patch weave. I have done 9 patch, but the weave really fascinates me. Our community service group is in a rut and I think this would get us out in a creative way.

  • Lynda Adair
    December 31, 2015

    My favorite quilt pattern is the 9 patch using 1930’s pastel prints. I love how the pattern resembles the Irish Chain quilt pattern. Thanks for teaching easier piecing for quick finishing.

  • Mary
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to try the woven 7 patch!

  • Jacqueline
    December 31, 2015

    I love the 9 patch above all, the weave is nice, but the 9 patch is what I think of when I think of the basic need for a quilt.
    We all appreciate the giveaway, Nancy. Thanks from us all!!

  • Diane Anderson
    December 31, 2015

    I prefer the layout of the camouflaged nine-patch. After watching your program I find myself framing parts of a quilt to see where the patterns go together. I’m relatively new to quilting so how the nine-patch was changed took me a little time to figure out. Thanks for the teaching you do. Both you and your staff have a great new year.

  • craftygramma
    December 31, 2015

    Like many here, I want to try the 7 patch weave. Love your stuff, but can’t seem to watch the videos no matter what I try!
    I need this book as I have No Imagination when it comes to block variety. Sigh.

  • Diane Anderson
    December 31, 2015

    My favorite is the camouflage nine-patch. I’m fairly new at quilting so it took me looking closely to figure out how the nine-block was changed to create the layout. I’ve learned from watching you to frame sections of a pattern to pick out how the construction was done. Thanks for your teaching and both you and your staff have a great 2016.

  • Joyce Ann Lippert
    December 31, 2015

    Over the years, I have proved to myself I am able to do the advanced patterns, I now really appreciate the variations on the tried and true blocks, letting color and small changes tell the story. I would love the book.

  • Becky Stains
    December 31, 2015

    It’s like the disappearing 9 patch only easier. The weave is my favorite.

  • Liz
    December 31, 2015

    My favourite is the “woven” look.

  • Jackie Taxter
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to win. I really like the camouflaged 9-patch, it would be a great way to character prints. Thanks for all your teaching.

  • Betty Thornton
    December 31, 2015

    Would like the 9 patch pattern and book i love making Quilts very much i have watch Nancy for years Thanks

  • Bonnye
    December 31, 2015

    All the patterns are fabulous. I like the vintage 9 patch.

  • Leslyn
    December 31, 2015

    I like the look of the weave. Would love to have the book as a guide to creating new variations!

  • Peg G
    December 31, 2015

    My goodness, these patterns look easy enough for my 8-year old beginner students to have a colorful, fun, and easy start to their quilting. Hope I get to win the book and DVD to get them started during summer camp in 2016.

  • Jodie Keszek
    December 31, 2015

    Hmmm…I bet my 10-year old granddaughter will want to make the 7-Patch Weave. I think I’m most enamored with the Camouflage 9-Patch.

  • Marsha Nelson
    December 31, 2015

    I really like the nine patch because it can be used in so many ways. They usually make up fast and are good for charity quilts. Thanks

  • Sue Walker
    December 31, 2015

    I WILL make the traditional scrappy 9 patch. I love the look of scrappy quilts and have LOTS of fabric yardage and scraps to use. Watch your show on my local PBS station every Saturday morning, have many of your patterns, books and videos. 😀

  • Marjorie
    December 31, 2015

    Sewing With Nancy is still my favourite. I think I am going to try them all, but really like the 7 patch variation-9 patch!

  • Pat O.
    December 31, 2015

    I love the basic 9-patch block for simplicity. Any of these variations would be fun to try.

  • brenda
    December 31, 2015

    what fun to try these variations. I should imagine they could all look wonderful with experiments with all sorts of color combos. more of those why didn’t I think of that’s.

  • RANDI KAE
    December 31, 2015

    I TEACH IN AN OVER 55 RV PARK DURING THE WINTER. SOME OF THE LADIES ARE NEW TO QUILTING AND THIS TYPE OF PATTERN GIVES THEM THE SATISFACTION OF MAKING SOMETHING THAT LOOKS COMPLICATED WITHOUT STRESSING THEM OUT. I AM ALSO ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW TECHNIQUES TO CHALLENGE THE MORE EXPERIENCED

  • Jan N.
    December 31, 2015

    I would definitely make the 7-Patch Weave quilt. Happy New Year everyone!

  • Lee Goodman
    December 31, 2015

    I’m fairly new to quilting and it’s really the different possibilities with a nine patch block.

  • Blanca Fernández
    December 31, 2015

    Hola. Soy de URUGUAY, en América del Sur. Me encantan tus trabajos y las explicaciones. En mi país hace poco tiempo que se esta trabajando con Patchwork. Por lo tanto es poco el material que se puede conseguir. Gracias

  • Jade
    December 31, 2015

    Can’t wait to try the 7 patch in red, white and blue!

  • Karol
    December 31, 2015

    I LOVE the 9 patch block and it’s endless versitality! Would love the book.
    Karol

  • Lynda
    December 31, 2015

    Love the vintage 9 patch!

  • Joanna
    December 31, 2015

    The 9-patch weave is great; so creative.

  • mindi
    December 31, 2015

    Thank you for sharing these creative ideas! And thank you too for the chance to win your new book.
    I love the versatility of the lowly 9 patch…and you’ve come up with even more versions. My fave here, is the camouflaged 9P. Fast & easy, yet looks like lots of hard work went into it.
    Thanks Nancy, for many years of fantastic sewing instruction!

  • Jean
    December 31, 2015

    I like them all and would love to make them.

  • Brenda
    December 31, 2015

    Our local PBS station (Roanoke, VA) is hit & miss airing SWN so I don’t always get to see all the programs. With limited data, I can’t watch many online programs either. I would love to be able to have these patterns to expand my quilting skills. Thank you for the opportunity.

  • Mom C
    December 31, 2015

    Gotta try the 7 patch weave. It’s always fascinated me and now I can see how it’s done. Thanks.

  • Marty
    December 31, 2015

    Your 7-patch weave is perfect for a wavy fabric I want to use in a quilt for my neice; thanks!!!

  • Patricia Hersl
    December 31, 2015

    I’m a huge 9-patch fan and the smaller, the better! Scrappy with 1″ blocks for those quiet times for me.

  • Laurie Ladd
    December 31, 2015

    They are all wonderful. However, I like the vintage nine patch the best.

  • Nanette
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to try the 7-Patch Weave! I love that woven look. I’m a confident beginner and so far I’ve stayed with the fairly easy patterns. This one looks easy enough…

  • Joyce Bunt
    December 31, 2015

    I like the interwoven look for the “7 patch” block. Thank you for the ideas.

  • Patricia Phaiah
    December 31, 2015

    I would love to make the weave with bright beachy colors for our camper.

  • Lillian K
    December 31, 2015

    I love the 7 Patch Weave. Very interesting variation. Would love to receive your book and DVD.

  • Peggy K
    December 31, 2015

    I love the camouflaged 9-patch block but would love to try them all. I hope your have a Happy New Year and thank you so much for the many tips in sewing and a chance to win this great book.

  • Susan M
    December 31, 2015

    I love the vintage 9 patch–because I love traditional looking quilts!

  • Pat
    December 31, 2015

    I’m a traditionalist. I want to make the vintage nine patch. Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Joan
    December 31, 2015

    Hi Nancy,
    I like the camouflaged quilt. Maybe because blue is my favorite color. The all make a nice looking quilt.
    I hope you have a happy and healthy New Year!

  • Pat
    December 31, 2015

    The nine patch was the first quilt I made, almost fifty years ago, without knowing what it was called. My all time favorite!!!
    I had no idea there were so many variations. The 7 patch weave is the most interesting one you have listed. Would love to make one. Happy New Year to you and yours.

  • Sandi
    December 31, 2015

    Who knew a nine patch could be solo different? Would Love this book! Great ideas Nancy as always!

  • Karen
    December 31, 2015

    My first pick would be the camouflaged 9 patch.

  • Figg
    December 31, 2015

    I think I’ll try the 7 patch weave, maybe adding a few more colors. Thanks for the ideas. There just aren’t enough hours in the day!

  • Tina
    January 1, 2016

    I would like to try the 7 patch weave. Great ideas!

  • Mary Wippold
    January 1, 2016

    I’m an old-fashioned kind of person. I definitely would make the vintage nine-patch. i just love 30’s prints.

  • Mamie
    January 1, 2016

    Vintage is for me.

  • Lorri
    January 1, 2016

    All are great. If I have to choose, it would be the vintage 9 patch. So cozy and comforting.

  • LOU BIDELMAN
    January 1, 2016

    How about taking the ‘Vintage 9 Patch Block’ even 1 step further and turning it into a Tossed 9 Patch design? That would look totally old fashioned & very colorful.

  • Chris
    January 1, 2016

    I love a traditional 9 patch but the 7 patch weave looks like fun. I will need to get this book for sure.

  • Gail Beam
    January 1, 2016

    I think I would have to try the nine patch, as I would be a first time quilter of patchwork quilting.

  • connie gereffi
    January 1, 2016

    love the vintage pattern, of course using 30’s prints. Adding your book/cd to my wish list.

  • Connie Ferris
    January 1, 2016

    I want to try the 7 patch weave; interesting results!

  • Cecelia
    January 1, 2016

    The 7 patch weave would be the 1st one for me to try.
    Thanks so much for your tutorials – they are so helpful.

  • Sue
    January 1, 2016

    I would like to make the 7 patch first and be creative in the fabric combos.

  • Betty Harden
    January 1, 2016

    Love the 9 patch especially in the 1930’s fabric. You have another winner and I would love to have the book in my arsenal. Oh really exciting new book. Blessings to you in the new year so we can have more new Nancy ideas. That for the opportunity to win this lovely book.

  • Susan Schwenke
    January 1, 2016

    I like the Irish Chain quilt pattern and was seriously thinking of making that my next quilt. Then I received your email with the nine-patch variations and here the Irish Chain is the first on the list. So beautiful! I also like the woven ribbon look and you make it look easy to piece!

  • Kathy Renz
    January 1, 2016

    I would like to try the 7-patch variation. I love the woven look.
    Happy New Year!

  • Hazel
    January 1, 2016

    I love the look of the 7-weave pattern. However, nine patch is my favorite go-to for a project in a rush. Love the variations that are shown.

  • Susan Vincenzes
    January 1, 2016

    I would love to do the vintage scrappy nine patch quilt using some vintage fabrics handed down to me from my mother. How cool it would be to snuggle under that quilt.

  • Susan Vincenzes
    January 1, 2016

    I would love to make the vintage scrappy nine patch quilt from fabrics handed down to me from my mom. How cool it would be to snuggle under that quilt.

  • Sherril M.
    January 1, 2016

    I’d love to make the Vintage 9 patch quilt.

  • Liz Armstrong
    January 1, 2016

    I too love the weaved look and would make that one first. My big question is where can I buy the book on Amazon or from you directly. I am thinking from your company. Thanks for the opportunity to even learn these new magical methods.

  • Janet Wiener
    January 1, 2016

    All the quilts are lovely, but I would like to make the 7-patch weave first.

  • Liege Welsch
    January 1, 2016

    Com certeza primeiro.
    Liege

  • Mittie Southerland
    January 1, 2016

    I’m intrigued by the 7-patch weave. I hope I have remembered the name correctly. Your techniques are the best!!

  • Rosie Cahill
    January 1, 2016

    I love the way all of these options look. And to think they are all as easy as a 9 patch. My favorite is the Camouflage 9 patch. It has a traditional feel, while looking very modern.

  • Susan brennand
    January 1, 2016

    I like the 7 patch. The weave pattern is cute

  • Rochelle
    January 1, 2016

    Would love to make the vintage looking 9 patch.

  • Tammy W
    January 1, 2016

    I Love the Vintage 9 patch. Its a true classic.

  • Loretta Rydman
    January 1, 2016

    I just love this information. I will be starting the Camouflaged 9-Patch soon. I just love the lay out and I am sure it will go fast. Thanks Nancy for all the great information.

  • Gloria Stewart
    January 1, 2016

    I love all of these designs … but I would like to make the 7 patch quilt first … I love the woven ribbon effect and have a niece would love this design

  • Debby Norman
    January 1, 2016

    I have fallen in love with the 7 block weave!

  • Ell
    January 1, 2016

    The traditional nine patch still looks fresh, so it is the one I would make first.

  • Deanna McDermott
    January 2, 2016

    I am always drawn to any woven pattern. This 7-patch weave looks fascinating and would love to try it.

  • ella ruth
    January 2, 2016

    I like the 7 patch weave. These have always fascinated me. I would love to try one of these quilts. Thanks for sharing Nancy.

  • ella ruth
    January 2, 2016

    I like them all but the 7 patch is the one I would like to try. Quilts that look like they have been weaved has always fascinated me. Thanks for all you share with us Nancy. : )

  • Nina Cramer
    January 2, 2016

    I love the scrappy 9 patch. I’m sure before the year would be over I would try several others. The weave seams to call me LOL

  • Enid
    January 2, 2016

    I like the camouflaged 9 patch.

  • Pauline Dean
    January 2, 2016

    I love all 3. I never knew there were different ways to do a 9 patch. It’s a toss up between the camouflaged 9 patch and the 7 patch weave. I’m always looking for different patterns to try.

    • Yolanda
      January 12, 2016

      I enjoyed seeing the online and TV versions of “change” up the 9-patch. You make them so simple and easy to do. I love your fabric choices.

  • Fay Williams
    January 2, 2016

    I like all of them but the 7 patch weave seems so interesting. I am new to quilting and would love to try this.

  • Danielle Roberts
    January 2, 2016

    Would love to try the 7-patch in exactly those colors! Wow! That really gets your attention. Love to quilt and sew. Thank you, Nancy, for all you do to keeping us interested in sewing and crafting.

  • Mary Chevalier
    January 3, 2016

    Wow they are all great.the 7 patch weave i would like too try.It is so different from the 9 patch.i would love to give it a try..

  • Donna G.
    January 3, 2016

    Especially love the 7 patch weave!

  • KayZee
    January 4, 2016

    7-Patch Weave, hands down, would be my choice for a new quilt project! Love the colors, too.

  • Sandra Chavez
    January 4, 2016

    I am “Cutting & Piecing Challenged” so any technique the minimizes the amount of cutting and piecing with such beautiful results is the technique for me. Thank you for continuing to provide realistic, doable and great looking projects and techniques.

  • Cheryl
    January 5, 2016

    I love the 9 patch block. Would be very excited to try the 7 Patch Weave. I have never seen that one and love the finished effect. Always look forward to new ideas!

  • Vi Andres
    January 5, 2016

    Love! Love! The versatile 9 patches for scrape quilts. Must try the 7 patch!

  • Sue Mango
    January 5, 2016

    I just love the vintage 9 patch. but the basketweave is tempting too. I might have to make one of each!

  • Lynn
    January 7, 2016

    I always love to see how the quilt blocks turn into such surprising quilts! I like the way the blocks are constructed from larger pieces. I would sure like to try one of these patterns, probably the basket weave would be my first try!

  • Judith Peters
    January 10, 2016

    I saw one of these quilts but didn’t know it was yours – looks really hard and would like to try

  • Karen Mixon
    January 23, 2016

    I think I would make to camouflaged first then the 9 patch.

  • Sheila Brady
    January 24, 2016

    Love the look of the 7 patch weave. I terested in making one in purples to donate to Relay for life for a fundraiser.

  • Patricia
    January 24, 2016

    I love the change up nine patch with the different colors.
    Patricia

  • Cheryl Masters
    January 25, 2016

    Ever since I watched my grandmother make a 9-patch quilt I’ve wanted to make like hers. That was 60 years ago, and this is the closest one to hers that I have seen. I hope I win the patchwork book. I would love to follow in her footsteps. Thank you so much for your broadcast shows and your tutorials. Cheryl

  • Linda Haley
    January 30, 2016

    They are all beautiful quilts, but I would like to make the Vintage Nine Patch first. Love watching your show.

  • Dawn
    February 3, 2016

    I would make the Vintage 9 Patch first. I love the traditional quilts!

  • Pat Smith
    February 3, 2016

    I would LOVE to win this awesome giveaway

  • JoAnn Little
    February 3, 2016

    They are all so pretty. I think I would go for the 7-patch weave first. I’m a novice quilter and the variety of looks from the nine patch block is just up my alley. 🙂

  • Judy Sankey
    February 3, 2016

    I love all these quilts and all the possibilities! I would like to make the Vintage 9-patch first because it reminds me of my mother and then work my way through the book. LOVE this!

  • Linda
    February 3, 2016

    Vintage!

  • Teena Laughton
    February 3, 2016

    Would love this, and would really like to try the 7 Patch Weave.

  • Norma Sterbenz
    February 3, 2016

    I would love to add this book to my Nancy Zieman collection. Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Judy G
    February 3, 2016

    With 5 children and 15 grand-children on my bucket list to make quilts for, I am always looking for was to jazz up more simple quilt patterns. The ideas you present here fill the bill perfectly. Look forward to getting this book which goes on my Nancy’s Notions Wish List immediately.

  • Trudy Keller
    February 4, 2016

    I love the vintage 9 patch.

  • JudiY
    February 4, 2016

    Now that I’ve learned how to cut accurate strips and sew quarter-inch seams, thanks to the 2016 Block-of-the-month guide, I’d like to try the woven 7-patch. Intriguing look – thanks, Nancy!

  • Tawnya O'Herron
    February 7, 2016

    I really love the Baby Tummy Time Quilt, I most likely would make more than just one, as well as the basket weave. I don’t have a large family to quilt for so most of the quilts I make get donated.

  • Annie McKenzie
    February 8, 2016

    I would love to make the Vintage 9 patch because although it is a rather easy block, I think it is the simplicity along with the vintage fabrics that makes it so attractive. Sometimes I think the simplicity of a thing is where the beauty lies.

  • Becky
    February 13, 2016

    My favorite is the Camouflaged 9-Patch. I love the concept of taking only two fabrics and changing them up to give the look of a more complex fabric combination. I can’t wait to try this one!

  • Kim
    April 14, 2016

    I’ve been watching the show as regularly as I can for quite some time, but it wasn’t until I saw the episode featuring the vintage 9-square quilt that I *had* to finally visit the website to get more info. I’m a very new sewer and never thought I’d be able to make a quilt, but this not only seems feasible (thanks to the show) but is also something I feel I *need* to make. Thank you so much for making sewing accessible, Nancy. 🙂

  • Bonnie
    April 20, 2016

    I want to make the weave pattern quilt

  • Dorothy
    May 21, 2016

    I saw your TV show today about the 4 patch, many varities to use, and the 9 patch, but didn’t have paper and pencil handy so was unable to write anything down. But got very excited about the possiblities of these two blocks. Went online and so hoping to be the lucky one. Have followed you and have quilted along for many years. I never win but giving it a try again. Again thank you for all the free info, I am not able to purchase many things so looking forward to a chance to rec.’ your Change-Up book.

  • Rosalie Lovell
    July 1, 2016

    Love your shows and learn so much!

  • Diane S.
    November 21, 2016

    This looks like something I could do. I’ve been a fan of your show for around 30 years, I think. I’ve used your techniques in teaching my own students! Thank you.

  • Kristin Ann Baldwin
    April 18, 2017

    HI, im a beginner quilter, i just love your work ive been conneted with you for a few weeks now and you have taught me so much and i just want to say thank you. Im originally a crocheter i guess you could say but ive been practicing on the quilting thing for a month or so now. My first goal is to make a 9patch block quilt, ive picked my fabric and things and you have given me so many ideas. So many choices to choose from is very tough. All i can do is try my best!!!! Thanks again for all your advice, ive never had anybody teach my pretty much anything so i really enjoy being able to just visit your website and be able to learn so much. Thank You

  • Stacey Bard
    January 19, 2018

    Camouflage 9 patch

  • Vicki Leeman
    March 16, 2019

    Hello, (I make quilts for charity)
    I came across this website. I am looking for different 9 patch patterns. I use 5″ squares. For every square I use 9 different fabrics. After I sew them together and make one big square, I cut it in half both vertically and horizontally and turn the 4 four squares. Thank you for sharing your techniques making strips. I love it. Thank you. Vicki Leeman

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