Grecian square/ Greek Cross - a nine patch variation

This is a nine patch pattern which uses half square triangles in the four corners and half square rectangles in the four sides.  This block uses the same shapes and positions as the Churn Dash block but uses colour placement to create a different pattern.

To draft the Grecian Square/Greek Cross start with a 3 x 3 grid

Divide the side squares in half to form rectangles.

Divide the corner squares into half square triangles

Click here for how to make your drafted quilt block any size

1. This is a video by Nancy's Notions

2. This is from The Quilt Codex and uses a more two tone colouration to give a cross pattern instead.

If you prefer a written tutorial Quilters Cache has you covered with this tutorial for a 12" block and example layouts.

Click here to go the nine patch collection for this blog