This page gives the layout, measurements and suggested quilting patterns for the doll and crib quilts. Be sure to read the information at Nine-Patch Quilts for Children before beginning. Once you have read that you will know a bit of nine-patch history and will have learned about the surprising fabrics used in the mid 19th century. This project will be a lot more fun once you have that background!
For the baby quilt you will want to use the following for rotary cutting.
![]() color 1) 80 squares color 2) 80 squares color 3) 20 center squares |
![]() color 1) 36 squares color 2) 36 squares color 3) 9 center squares |
To the right you will see the layout for the nine patch doll quilt along with the sizes you need to cut the squares. The measurements include the 1/4 inch seam allowance. The finished doll quilt will be about 15" square. |
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To the left is the layout of nine-patch crib quilt. Use the measurements above given for the small and large blocks. They include the seam allowance. The finished crib quilt will be about 36" square. |
Below are suggested quilting patterns for the crib and doll nine-patch quilts.
![]() quilting pattern for doll nine-patch quilt |
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