Talk about a classic! Not only is the Nine Patch a quintessential quilter’s block, but this is one of the very first tutorials that Jenny Doan ever filmed! This incredibly simple but versatile block comes together in a stitch using 2.5″ strips of precut quilting fabric (Jelly Rolls) and some basic strip piecing. Using alternating color ways from your available strips, you’ll create a “strip set” using three strips of fabric. All that’s required after that is to cut the long strip sets into 2.5″ strips and stitch the fabrics back together to form nine simple squares in a block – your very first nine patch!
Needing some more inspiration to create this beautiful block? While the Vintage Jenny tutorial fabrics are no longer in production (just like a classic quilt they’re a product of their time) check out our suggestions below for five current lines of fabric that make this quilt come together with ease!
Ava Kate by Carina Gardner for Riley Blake
You’ll adore the precious roses, delicate complementing florals, and color scheme of black, red, pink, and light blue in this charming collection.
Freedom 2 Batiks by Kathy Engle for Island Batik
Three cheers for the red, white, and blue with this collection! These patriotic batik fabrics feature star spangled fabrics and patriotic patterns.
Now check out how great this block can look when you combine multiple nine patches to create a full quilt top!
Loose Leaf by Wishwell for Robert Kaufman
Loose Leaf will give any project a real wow factor featuring amazing and colorful florals, groovy abstract backgrounds, and even scalloped stripes!
Prairie Dreams by Kansas Troubles Quilters for Moda Fabrics
Go west through the plains with this rustic collection featuring warm, weathered earth tones highlighted with verdant florals.
Artisan Batiks Magical Winter by Lunn Studios for Robert Kaufman
These gorgeous batik fabrics are printed with snowy trees, snowflakes, berry sprigs, and more with hints of glimmering metallic.
