Summer Winds Variation Nine Patch Quilt Block Pattern

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Summer Winds Variation Nine Patch Quilt Block Pattern

Today, we dive into the delightful world of the Summer Winds Variation Nine Patch Quilt Block. The unique new look of this pattern combines the classic charm of the nine-patch block using half square triangles. If you find flying geese hard to sew, then this is an easy version as it uses half square triangles to achieve the pattern.

Equipment

Thread
Rotary Cutter
Quilting Ruler
Cutting Mat
Rotating Cutting Mat
Iron
Ironing Board or Pressing Mat
Pins
Clips
Sewing Machine

Materials

See the Notes Section for details
Three sizes are detailed in the notes section: 9", 12", and 15"

Estimated Cost 5

Instructions

Fabric Requirements

12" finished quilt block. Below are the number of fabric squares and sizes to make this block. You can choose which colors you want darker or lighter fabric for.
A = 1, 4 1/2"' X 4 1/2"
B = 4, 2 1/2" X 4 1/2"
C = 4, 2 1/2" X 2 1/2"
D = 10, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2"
E = 10, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2"
If you want to make a square like the lavender one I made here, below is more detail.
I used a few squares from a Free Spirit Charm Pack from the Kaffe Fassett Collective.
A = 1, 4 1/2"' X 4 1/2" = Lavender print
B = 4, 2 1/2" X 4 1/2" = White
C = 4, 2 1/2" X 2 1/2" = Lavender print
D & E = 20, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" = 6 Green Floral and 6 Off-White. 4 Purple Floral and 4 White.

Here's a step-by-step guide to sewing a Summer Winds Variation quilt square

Reminder, this is for the 12” square. For the other blocks, refer to the sizes above.

Begin by making the sub blocks for sections 1, 3, 7, and 9 as shown in the diagram.

For this block, you will need:
C= 4, 2 1/2" X 2 1/2" = Lavender print
D & E = 12, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" = 6 Green Floral and 6 Off-White.
Create 12 Half Square Triangles from your 3 1/2" fabric pieces. Begin by drawing a diagonal line down the center of the block on the wrong side of the lighter fabric.
To create the Half Square Triangles, place one 3 1/2" off-white on top of one 3 1/2" green floral piece with the right sides together.
Using your sewing machine, sew ¼" on both sides of the diagonal line.
Using a ruler and rotary cutter, cut along the marked center line. Cut through both layers of the squares along the center line.
Press the seams open or to the darker fabric.
Trim the excess fabric to ensure the block is square. Trim block to 2 ½" x 2 ½".
Repeat steps with the other ten 3 1/2" fabric squares.
You now have 12 half square triangles.
Assembling Block 1, 3, 7, and 9.
Arrange the half square triangles and squares of fabric in two rows as shown in the diagram for block 1. Refer to diagram.
With the right sides together, using ¼” seam allowance, sew the top two half square triangles (HST) together pressing the seams to the left. Sew the HST and 2 1/2" X 2 1/2" lavender print square together. Press the seams to the square.
Sew the top and bottom row together making sure to nest the seams.
Press the seam open.
Block 1 is complete. Repeat this process for blocks 3, 7, and 9.

Make the sub blocks for sections 2, 4, 6, and 8 as shown in the diagram.

For this block, you will need:
B = 4, 2 1/2" X 4 1/2" = white
D & E = 8, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" = 4 Purple Floral and 4 White
Create 8 Half Square Triangles from your 3 1/2" fabric pieces. Begin by drawing a diagonal line down the center of the block on the wrong side of the lighter fabric.
To create the Half Square Triangles, place one 3 1/2" white fabric on top of one 3 1/2" purple floral piece with the right sides together.
Using your sewing machine, sew ¼" on both sides of the diagonal line.
Using a ruler and rotary cutter, cut along the marked center line. Cut through both layers of the squares along the center line.
Press the seams open or to the darker fabric.
Trim the excess fabric to ensure the block is square. Trim block to 2 ½" x 2 ½".
Repeat steps with the other 6 3 1/2" fabric squares.
You now have 8 half square triangles.
Assembling Block 2,4,6 and 8.
Arrange two HST and the 2 1/2" X 4 1/2" white rectangle shown in the diagram for block 2. Refer to diagram.
With the right sides together, sew the two half square triangles (HST) together pressing the seams to one side or open. Next, sew the HST row to the 2 1/2" X 4 1/2" white rectangle. Press the seams to the rectangle or open.
Block 2 is complete. Repeat this process for blocks 4, 6, and 8.
Assemble the Summer Winds Variation Nine Patch Quilt Block
Lay out the quilt blocks according to the diagram. The A, 4 1/2"' X 4 1/2" = Lavender print will be the center square. Refer to the diagram.
Continue using ¼” in seam allowance. With the right sides together join blocks 7, 8, and 9. Press the seams to the outside.
With the right sides together, join blocks 4, 5, and 6. Press the seams to the inside.
Repeat the process for the first three blocks. Pressing the seams to the outside.
Finally, join the top and bottom rows to the middle with the right sides together. Make sure to nest the seams and pin them in place. Press the seams open or to one side.
That’s it. You have finished making the Summer Winds Variation Nine Patch Quilt Block.

Notes

Cutting Charts Three Different Sizes

15" finished quilt block
Block, Number of Squares, and Sizes
A = 1, 5 1/2"' X 5 1/2"
B = 4, 3" X 5 1/2"
C = 4, 3" X 3"
D = 10, 4" X 4"
E = 10, 4" X 4"

12" finished quilt block
A = 1, 4 1/2"' X 4 1/2"
B = 4, 2 1/2" X 4 1/2"
C = 4, 2 1/2" X 2 1/2"
D = 10, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2"
E = 10, 3 1/2" X 3 1/2"

9" finished quilt block
A = 1, 3 1/2"' X 3 1/2"
B = 4, 2" X 3 1/2"
C = 4, 2" X 2"
D = 10, 3" X 3"
E = 10, 3" X 3"

I will be using the 12” finished block as an example. However, use the sizes noted above when making a different size block.

Pattern Notes

The directions detail the 12-inch quilt block. When making this in the 9-inch or 15-inch quilt blocks, substitute the material sizes.

Sew fabrics together using ¼” seam allowances.

Seams can be pressed open, or you can press seams to one side or the other, I will have those suggestions within the instructions.

Sew fabric with the right sides together.

Make sure to lay out your squares on a flat surface before sewing together to make sure that everything is in the correct place and turned the way you want them.