A nine patch is one of the most basic quilting blocks. At it's most basic, it is nine different squares of fabric sewn together to form a larger square. Patterns can be created with the 9 patch. Or ...

A Greek cross quilt block is ... to cut for a nine inch block. 1) 5 3/4" squares in orange 1) 5 3/4" square in cream 1) 3 1/2 ...