Use strip-piecing short cuts to make this Nine Patch quilt in a traditional Irish Chain style. Gray and white low volume fabrics give it a modern feel.
Over the past few weeks I've had the chance to sew with a new fabric line from Penny Rose fabrics, called Faded Memories. It's designed by Gerri Robinson (Planted Seed Designs). The line has a mix of pretty, deep reds and blues (see all of the prints here). For my project I wanted to keep things simple - and classic. So I chose to use just a few of the blue prints from the line, and what's more classic than a good ol' Irish Chain quilt? The navy in this line is such a great navy color - it's not a black-navy, and not a purple-navy. It's just...navy! And the lighter blue color is lovely - almost a cornflower blue. See that blue floral border print? I chose it because it reminded me of the pretty blue and white pottery (like this) that my mother-in-law used to have displayed in her home years ago. Irish Chain quilts usually look more complicated than they actually are, and this quilt is no exception. Strip piecing makes quick work of the nine-patch blocks: You can make all of the nine patches from one print like I did here, or you could make it scrappy like in this red & white version. The finished quilt measures 56" x 68" (throw size). Make sure you go here and grab the free downloadable PDF pattern for this quilt!
Block pattern for Simple Irish Chain Ninepatch
Learn how to make a double irish chain quilt! You’ll be shocked at how simple this traditional pattern actually is. Free pattern included.
Single Irish Chain Quilt Patterns: Online Instructions. Learn to make this easy quilt pattern for beginners. Several layouts and easy quilt blocks to choose from.
Use strip-piecing short cuts to make this Nine Patch quilt in a traditional Irish Chain style. Gray and white low volume fabrics give it a modern feel.
It’s Quilty Box time! I received my Quilty Box for September last week and I’ve already pieced a beautiful Double...
This is a free quilt pattern for an Uneven Irish Chain quilt. It's a very simple quilt, so I thought I'd provide the basics for it here for free.
Try out this collection of Irish chain patterns as your next quilting project that you can make for yourself and your loved ones.
Double Irish Chain quilt block has been a very popular quilt block for many years. The final quilt is a very impressive one that is really a true traditional beauty. I have been wanting to make one…
Irish chain is a very traditional pattern. In spite of its name the pattern was developed in America in the 1800s. How to make a double Irish chain quilt block A
Sew an easy fat quarter Star Quilt with this free fat quarter friendly quilt pattern! The Variable Star is a traditional quilt block that is popular again in quilts of all sizes.
This free quilting pattern is a beautiful, scrappy twist on a traditional classic single Irish chain quilt! Super fun to put together and super easy, this Irish chain quilt pattern will look absolutely stunning anywhere in your home. Consisting of a lovely combo of muted and white background colors and colorful scraps that truly pop, the Super Scrappy Single Irish Chain Quilt is a traditional quilt pattern that can easily be transformed into a modern piece with some bright and neon colors.
Try out this collection of Irish chain patterns as your next quilting project that you can make for yourself and your loved ones.
Over 50 EASY quilt patterns for beginners to try. Includes free patterns and tutorials as well as patterns to buy that are ideal for new quilters.
irish chain quilt in purple and white.
Ich hatte die Ehre diesen wunderschönen Scrappy Irish Chain Quilt von Manuela zu quilten. Er hat die beachtliche Grösse von 2.25 x 2.25 m. Sie wünschte ein leichtes Quilting, ähnlich wie das vom Orgin
Try out this collection of Irish chain patterns as your next quilting project that you can make for yourself and your loved ones.
Red, Blue, Yellow, and Black scrappy irish chain quilt for a baby boy. Follow along for the project details.
Greetings from all of us in my backyard!! When I said on June 13, I'd organize cutting instructions, I didn't mean to take so long to share the them. Either I've had too many oars out of the boat this past month or I've lost my sense of urgency as I enjoy the lazy, hazy days of summer? I finished piecing the top yesterday, organized the backing and I'm ready to hand it off for quilting. I've checked the math several times and am pretty sure I've got my counts correct. If I don't, sorry -- just post a polite comment if you find an error. As I explained in the original post, my goal was a twin size quilt using 14" blocks. That meant that 4 blocks by 6 blocks would be the ideal size but an Irish Chain setting wants odd numbers of blocks to keep the corners identical -- 3 by 5, 5 by 7, etc. Once I stumbled onto the idea of piecing "half blocks" for the outer rows, my problem was solved. Since this is a charity quilt, my goal is to keep the quilting process simple and a big white empty space never brings "simple" to my mind. So I started to try out ideas for filling the center of the alternate blocks and a "trip" variation was perfect since all the squares and strips needed could be cut using the same grid as the blocks -- 2 1/2" cut! Ready? Here are the statistics for my twin size quilt top. I made seven of the basic 7 by 7 blocks using 2 1/2" cut squares (from my very scrappy basket). For each block, I used thirteen assorted green squares, four white (background) squares, and thirty-two assorted squares. I pieced the blocks in vertical rows and pressed every block exactly the same - alternating seams so they nest together. The outer left and right sides rows are both pressed down (towards the bottom of the blocks). Once the rows were pieced together, I pressed all the vertical seams to the right. I made eight of the alternate blocks using the same 7 by 7 grid. I wanted more green in the quilt and liked the unity of using just one other color with it through out the quilt but this block could be as scrappy as you wish. Here's the block broken down so you can see the rectangles needed and their placement. Each block used twelve scrappy 2 1/2" squares, nine assorted green squares, four assorted yellow squares, and four white (background) squares. In addition to the squares, there are four 2 1/2" by 6 1/2" rectangles around the outside edges of this block plus four 2 1/2" by 4 1/2" rectangles in the second and sixth vertical rows. To make it easy to set the finished blocks together, I pressed these blocks opposite of the first set of blocks. The outer left and right edge row seams are pressed up (towards the top of the block) and the vertical seams are pressed to the left. Time to make the half blocks! Each one is a 4 by 7 grid of squares. Ten of these blocks are needed for the twin size I made. There are three white (background) squares, seven scrappy green squares, and eighteen scrappy squares. I found it easiest to stay on track by laying out the green squares and the white squares in the correct positions, then filling in with the scrappy squares. Looking at this photo, the left edge of the block will always be on the outside edge of the quilt so it must be rotated for each side of the quilt. For that reason, I found I had to press each one so it would nest together with the adjacent block rather than pressing all of them identically -- the left side blocks were pressed opposite of the right side blocks, etc. I wasn't sure the half-alternate block would look good, but once I pieced one and added it to the design wall, it was fine. Six of these blocks were needed for my size. I used six scrappy 2 1/2" squares, six assorted green squares, three assorted yellow squares, two white (background) squares, four 2 1/2" by 4 1/2" rectangles, and one 2 1/2" by 6 1/2" rectangle for each block. Pressing is the same as above -- adjusting to nest with adjacent blocks. Finally, I made four corner blocks. Do these last so you can determine the best pressing directions more easily. Each corner blocks uses three scrappy 2 1/2" squares, four assorted green squares, two assorted yellow squares, one white (background) square, and three 2 1/2" by 4 1/2" white rectangles. Here are my cutting totals for the complete quilt! 734 -- 2 1/2" assorted squares (that's 46 2 1/2" strips cut into squares) 161 -- 2 1/2" squares for central cross of main block (my greens) To use one fabric for this, get 1 yard. Background -- 2 3/4" yards (includes first border) Cut 4 lengthwise strips, 2 1/2" wide by 2 3/4" yards long for first border. From remainder of background fabric, cut 106 -- 2 1/2" squares 84 -- 2 1/2" by 4 1/2" rectangles 38 -- 2 1/2" by 6 1/2" rectangles Border -- I cut mine 4 1/2" wide on the lengthwise grain and pieced strips end to end to get the length needed so used about 1 1/2 yards. Here it is!! My finished top is 70" by 93". I love how balanced and cheerful it looks!! Using up 895 squares out of my "sourdough" basket is great, too!! (The picture is a little lame but it's really HOT here and my daughter has short arms so we were working quickly to get back inside!!) There might be another one of these in the future because the 2 1/2" strip box is pretty full and could use a good thinning out! If I were going to do anything different, I would use one really dark print (or solid) for the center chain -- my green chain disappears partially because there is so much variation in value -- mediums to darks instead of just darks. Book mark or print out the text of this post so you can give it a try down the road with your scrappy stash. If this inspires you to make your own version, post a photo on Instagram and tag me @hueymary - I want to see it!! Linking up with Oh, Scrap and Finished or Not Friday and Let's Bee Social! Mary
I enjoyed making my nine patch quilt with the 3 inch squares so much that I continued to cut up any small scrap pieces of fabric I had into 3 inch squares. I just tucked them away into a container…
This is a free quilt pattern for an Uneven Irish Chain quilt. It's a very simple quilt, so I thought I'd provide the basics for it here for free.
The Irish Chain is a classic pattern that looks tricky, but is super easy and fun! Pick a jelly roll you love (or you can cut strip of your existing yardage) and the rest is easy. I will show you how to make this quilt top in just a few hours. A great gift or every day quilt that you won't be afraid to use and enjoy! This pattern has yardage information and instructions for a 54 x 66 inch size. But once you know the pattern, it can really be easily adjusted to make it almost any size. Traditional piecing, no paper piecing technique used.
Learn how to make a double irish chain quilt! You’ll be shocked at how simple this traditional pattern actually is. Free pattern included.
Welcome to our Double Irish Chain quilt blocks tutorial, where you'll learn how to create one of the oldest and most cherished quilt patterns with ease! This scrappy version is perfect for quilters looking to bust their stash and make the most of their fabric collection.
Free Irish Chain Quilt Patterns - Find inspiration & tutorials to make your own irish chain quilt. Great for any level of quilter, scraps and quick quilts!
As you may have noticed, lately, I can't get enough of simple and traditional quilts- and what's more simple (and beautiful) than the Irish chain? This one uses slightly larger squares to make it an extra speedy finish :-) NB: If you want to make a small throw/ large crib size Irish chain, you can
Hello All!!! I am so super excited to get to share with you my newest finish!!! I have been working on this project for quite some time an...
The Double Irish Chain Quilt Block is a bit trickier than the irish chain. It throws you for a loop with a bunch more squares and special placement of 4 squares within it.
Irish chain quilt patterns all share a common technique and look, but no two Irish chain quilts are the same. These stunning, traditional quilting patterns combine several techniques all quilters use to create designs that resemble the classic designs of Celtic crosses and chains. These lovely patterns and templates range from easy, beginner quilt block patterns to more complicated and intermediate full quilt patterns. Known for their diagonal designs, excellent piecework,and brilliant uses of color, the Irish chain quilt designs in this collection will easily wow even the most experienced quilter. Whether you are looking to create a new bed quilt pattern for your boudoir or want to hang a new quilt in your home for some Celtic flair, these free quilt patterns and block patterns will do the trick. Check out our collection of 15 Irish Chain Quilt Patterns: Free Traditional Quilt Patterns, and you just might find your next quilting endeavor. Irish chain quilts come in a variety of designs and are often named after the number of chains present in the design. Single Irish chain quilts are perfect for beginners, while more experienced quilters or those looking for a challenge may enjoy the piecework involved in the more intricate double Irish chain quilt patterns and triple Irish chain designs. We have a variety of these quilts listed below, assuring that no matter your skill level, you will find a chain pieced quilt to fit your needs. One of the best things about an Irish chain quilt pattern is that there is often a handy amount of white space left on the quilt, making these free quilt patterns the perfect template to use if you enjoy adding embroidery, needlework, or applique designs to finished quilts. Truly versatile and always gorgeous, the Irish chain quilt is a design that every quilting enthusiast should have in his or her arsenal. Plus, if you're new to quilting, don't miss our video on How to Make a Nine Patch Block.
Over the past few weeks I've had the chance to sew with a new fabric line from Penny Rose fabrics, called Faded Memories. It's designed by Gerri Robinson (Planted Seed Designs). The line has a mix of pretty, deep reds and blues (see all of the prints here). For my project I wanted to keep things simple - and classic. So I chose to use just a few of the blue prints from the line, and what's more classic than a good ol' Irish Chain quilt? The navy in this line is such a great navy color - it's not a black-navy, and not a purple-navy. It's just...navy! And the lighter blue color is lovely - almost a cornflower blue. See that blue floral border print? I chose it because it reminded me of the pretty blue and white pottery (like this) that my mother-in-law used to have displayed in her home years ago. Irish Chain quilts usually look more complicated than they actually are, and this quilt is no exception. Strip piecing makes quick work of the nine-patch blocks: You can make all of the nine patches from one print like I did here, or you could make it scrappy like in this red & white version. The finished quilt measures 56" x 68" (throw size). Make sure you go here and grab the free downloadable PDF pattern for this quilt!
Hello! This is Jessica from Saw it. Loved it. Made it. and this is my first Moda tutorial. This post was a long time coming and I am so excited to finally share it with you all. I have always loved dresden quilts since I was a little girl but I could never settle on a design. I finally decided to hit the drawing board and lay the quilt out exactly how I wanted it. I hope you all love it as much as I do. For those of you on Instagram, I would love to see your quilts that you make. Tag me @sawitloveditmadeit or use #dresdenirishchainquilt so I see your beautiful quilts that you make.
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I decided to go ahead and make a scrappy blues 2.5” strips based Double Irish as the first one of these Irish Quilts I might make this year with my 2.5” strips. I did make this one quite large, however. With an Irish chain, the chain works the best and appears more even, if you use an odd number o
Free quilt pattern, scrappy triple Irish chain quilt by Jessie Fincham.
This is a free quilt pattern for an Uneven Irish Chain quilt. It's a very simple quilt, so I thought I'd provide the basics for it here for free.
Sherry Gray and I have been working on instructions for constructing the Single Irish Chain quilt. Sherry put the instructions and pictures together and I formatted and added the Accuquilt GO instr…
Free quilt pattern, scrappy triple Irish chain quilt by Jessie Fincham.
