The Churn Dash Quilt Block is a classic quilt block that has stood the test of time. The Churn Dash is a very old 9-Patch quilt block pattern, originating between 1800 and 1849. Its name is a result of the resemblance of the triangle and rectangle perimeter of the block to a butter churn and the center square to the stick (or “dash”) of the butter churn. In this picture tutorial, I will show you how to put together this fun and easy quilt block. Grab your cutting measurements and let’s get started with this Churn Dash Quilt Block Tutorial!

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Churn Dash Quilt Block Supply List

Quilt Block Cutting Measurements
Qty (2) Fat Quarter of Contrasting Fabrics (I used Add It Up and Yours Truly by Cotton + Steel)

Basic Sewing Supplies Needed

Sewing Machine
Cotton Thread (this is what I use)
Rotary Cutter with a sharp blade (I use this brand – 45mm)
Acrylic Ruler (I like this brand)
Rotary Cutting Mat (I use a couple different ones in my studio:
- this rotating mat is my larger mat and this rotating mat is my smaller one. Both are great!
Iron & Ironing Board

Churn Dash quilt block tutorial

Iron your fabrics nice and flat to remove any and all wrinkles. Sometimes, I like to spray my fabrics with my favorite spray starch to make it easier to manage. Use your cutting measurements to get your pieces all cut and in order.

Sew your (2) long strips of fabric together like in the image below (right sides together). Next, cut your sewn strip of fabrics into (4) equal parts. For exact cutting measurements, please reference your pattern. Press open.

Take your large square fabrics and line up, right sides together. Sew a 1/4″ seam allowance all around the perimeter of the square. Next, make (2) diagonal cuts and press each piece open.

Now it is time to assemble your blocks. I recommend sewing each row together first and then assembling the three rows. I have shown below the recommended pressing direction for optimal assembly.