Never say never certainly applies to me. I always said the Split 9-Patch block was one I didn't want to make. Still, I was encouraged to make this block, and 12 inch scrappy at that!, because of a block drive announced ages ago for the LA fire victims. They asked for 12 inch blocks, all scrappy while still keeping each color family together.
I chose 4 color families and began cutting from my scrap bins. I cut 10 blocks from each color family. My quilter friends helped me sew these blocks together in record time. I thought why on earth did I make 40 blocks; 42 or 48 blocks would make a logical layout.
So this stack of blocks sat and sat until I decided I had too many unassembled flimsys hanging around I took this box of blocks to sew day this week to lay it out and assemble. Creating a pleasing layout from a mix of blocks is not my best skill.
With one color of blocks, I began in the bottom left corner and started laying it out. Imagine my delightful surprise when it just all came together on the first try!! I love it and wouldn't mind making more. 40 blocks came out just right ........... the columns are balanced and the size is 5 x 8 grid with 12 inch blocks make for a nice twin size 60 x 96 before any borders.
Here is one half of the top, after assembly; looking at it sideways.... it is 48 x 60. This also makes a great quilt design. I could make two of these from the blocks pictured above. Another lesson learned.
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Yeah, for the ideal and perfect number of blocks that fit together in a great layout! I love the half quilt top alone too, great design for a smaller quilt. Thank you for sharing and linking up!
ReplyDeleteMakes a super cute scrappy quilt, Kat! Both are nice sizes.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great layout! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! that looks terrific. What a great way to make a dent in your scrap bag/s. I like the idea of each color done on the diagonal. Kudos to you and your sewing gang!
ReplyDeleteYou pulled that off beautifully! What pattern did you follow for your block?
ReplyDeleteLovely! I like both sizes. What a great charity top. Congratulations on getting the flimsy done and moving this project towards a finish! Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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I love the split 9 patch blocks and the layout you used, Kat! Those are pretty colors, too. That quilt is going to be loved!
ReplyDeleteIt's a really neat pattern
ReplyDeleteThat is a great quilt top, Kat. I love the arrangement and it is a great size even without borders.
ReplyDeletethat is perfect - and to have it all come together the first time... it was meant to be haha
ReplyDeleteLooks great. You have reminded me that I have some split nines somewhere. Hmmm? Guess I should go looking, cause now I am inspired!
ReplyDeleteLooking good, Kat. I love that block! Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings.
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