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Lucky Patsy's 03-17-2008 01:50 PM

I am searching for instructions for a fast method of putting together 9 patch blocks. It starts by placing two 9 inch sqares right sides together and then sewing a quarter inch seam on opposite sides of the square. After that you do a bunch of cutting and flipping and sewing, and you end up with two 9-patch blocks at 7 and a half inches. Sound familiar, anyone?

robbijmorris 03-17-2008 03:10 PM

I make my nine patch blocks the strip quilting method. Cut three strips 2 1/2" wide, as long as the fabric is wide. Sew the strips dark, light, dark. Then do another light dark light, then do one more set dark light dark. Then, cut those into 2 1/2 " units, and sew them together. Much faster, much more accurate. :-)

barnbum 03-17-2008 03:12 PM

Yes!! It was a video posted on the picture part I think. I loved it and boy did the woman make it look easy.... I'll try to find it. Be right back if I do....

barnbum 03-17-2008 03:19 PM

Found it!! http://www.brightcove.tv/title.jsp?title=1125909467&channel=156457828

Moonpi 03-17-2008 03:20 PM

I use the same method as robbijmorris . Makes them go fast.

DonnaRae 03-17-2008 03:29 PM

Go to this site
http://www.quilterstv.com/?bcpid=1312383641&title=pieced_projects

Chose Piecing then watch Billie Lauders vidio. She has quick nine block piecing that make two at a time. Plus more.

Skeat 03-17-2008 04:03 PM

Thanks quilters for the great video sites!! They are awesome!! I just wish Eleanor would say 'darn' or something just once:)) Love her ideas and notion gizmos! Thanks so much for all that are sharing these video sites..Skeat who needs all the personal demos she can find:))

D C Quilter 03-17-2008 08:55 PM

Try this site for written instructions
http://www.moonlightquilters.org/tipninepatch.htm

Lucky Patsy's 03-17-2008 09:39 PM

Thanks everyone! Exactly what I needed! I can always count on you guys!

SaraSewing 03-18-2008 07:15 AM

Thanx Lucky Patsy's Mom for bringing this to MY attention. Loved it! Sara


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