Sampler 2011 - Week 6 - Split Nine Patch

This week's block is the Split Nine Patch. You will need three fabrics (background, accent plus one additional fabric).

Background Cut 1 strip 21/2 inches wide. Subcut strip into 3 A squares. Cut 1 strip 27/8 inches wide. Subcut strip into 1 B square.

Accent Cut 1 strip 21/2 inches wide. Subcut strip into 3 C squares. Cut 1 strip 27/8 inches wide. Subcut strip into 1 D square.

Additional Fabric Cut 1 strip 21/2 inches wide. Subcut strip into 1 E square.

Half Square Triangle Instructions

Match B and D squares right sides together. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner on wrong side of lighter fabric. Sew 1/4 inch seam on both sides of diagonal line. Cut units apart on drawn diagonal line. Press seam to one side. Makes 2 half square triangle units.

Split Nine Patch Final Instructions

Sew block together as shown in layout, first rows then columns, with ¼ inch seam. Press seams to one side.

Here is a calculator you can use to make your own quilt.