: Despite the curves, it is designed for "easy stitching" by manipulating the fabric gently at the machine. 4. Off My Back (Disappearing Nine Patch)
A classic variation with curved edges that create a "football" or "melon" appearance. : Requires curved templates. Pattern Fons Porter Nine Patch Quilt
: Choose two contrasting fabrics (Color A and Color B). Grid Layout : Row 1 : Color A - Color B - Color A Row 2 : Color B - Color A - Color B Row 3 : Color A - Color B - Color A : Despite the curves, it is designed for
: Add 6.5" rectangles to the sides of the nine-patch, then 10.5" rectangles to the top and bottom. Layout : Alternate the Light and Dark blocks in a 6x7 grid. 2. Wonky Nine Patch ("Zoe's Play Day") : Requires curved templates
, ranging from traditional designs to modern "wonky" and "disappearing" versions. Below is a detailed guide for the most common versions featured in their series. 🏗️ Core Technique: Traditional Nine Patch
: A standard nine-patch unit made from 2.5" squares.
: Instead of sewing individual squares, sew long 2.5" strips together into "strip sets" (e.g., A-B-A and B-A-B). Cross-cut these into 2.5" units to assemble blocks quickly. 🎨 Popular Fons & Porter Variations 1. To the Nines Quilt