Cross Patch quilt block tutorial

Cross Patch is a great beginner quilt block. It is versatile and easy to sew.

See how to make a 5″ Cross Patch quilt block tutorial.

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Cross Patch quilt block tutorial (easy to make!)

Details

These instructions are for a block that finishes at 5″ square.

Fabric requirements

Dark fabric: five 1-1/2″ square (black print)

Light fabric: four 1-1/2 x 3-1/2″ (white print)

Light background: four 1-1/2″ square (ivory)

Feature fabric: four 1-1/2″ square (pink)

Block Assembly

Layout the pieces as shown in the image.

Because this is a small block, accurate cutting and stitching is important. Check out these tutorials for using a rotary cutter and getting an accurate 1/4″ seam.

The centre of the block is a tiny nine patch unit.

Assemble this section by joining the pieces together in rows of three.

Join these three rows together to get the nine patch unit.

This piece should be 3-1/2″ square.

Once the centre part is complete, the next round will be added. Notice that this is another type of nine patch – three across and three down.

Join these pieces into three rows.

Press all seams towards the light fabric.

Join the rows together and the block is complete.

If you like this block, check out my collection of 5″ block tutorials.