Cut Setting Squares
Cut four 5" x 5" setting squares.
Cut Setting Triangles
Cut two 7-5/8" x 7-5/8" squares. Cut each square in half twice diagonally.
Cut Corner Triangles
Cut two 4-1/8" x 4-1/8" squares. Cut each square in half once diagonally.More Info: Setting Triangle Basics
Design the Quilt Blocks
The double nine-patch quilt blocks are assembled as shown in the illustration, with five pieced units arranged in an "X" configuration and four 5" squares separating them.You can sew blocks together one-by-one without regard to placement, but you might prefer to arrange the components on a table or design wall and shift pieces around until you're happy with the look.
- Referring to the illustration on page 1 or page 6, arrange your setting squares on point in two rows. Keep your setting triangles handy. Note that the page 6 drawing has identical blocks throughout.
- Design your first quilt block by placing five small nine-patch blocks on point in an "X" arrangement; place four plain squares in remaining positions.
- Lay out the remaining eight double nine-patch blocks, placing setting squares and triangles next to blocks as shown.
- Step back and examine the layout. Shift components around until you're happy with the layout.
- Sew each block together as shown on this page, creating three rows first and then joining rows. You can trim seam allowances as before if bulk is an issue.
