Ship quilt block
A really easy and common four patch block, so that you will never forget your holidays! It goes by many names — sailboat, boat, and more — but the pattern is almost always the same.
Cutting Instructions for the Ship quilt block
This block is made with simple half square triangles — very beginner-friendly. I recommend making a test block before cutting for a full quilt, so you feel confident with your layout.
This is also a great scrap project, especially for the sails of the ship, but you can also go for a coordinated fabric look.
Always remember FINISHED SIZE means the size it will be in a completed quilt. The measurements already include the ¼ inch seam allowance.
*SQ = Square/Squares
| Finished Size | 2 SQ (Dark & White) | Strip (Light & White) | 2 Rectangles (White) | 2 SQ (White) |
| 4 inches | 1-7/8 inches | 1.5 x 4.5 inches | 1.5 x 2.5 inches | 1.5 inches |
| 8 inches | 2-7/8 inches | 2.5 x 8.5 inches | 2.5 x 4.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
| 12 inches | 3-7/8 inches | 3.5 x 12.5 inches | 3.5 x 6.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| 16 inches | 4-7/8 inches | 4.5 x 16.5 inches | 4.5 x 8.5 inches | 4.5 inches |
Names of the block
The Mayflower, Tad Lincoln’s Sailboat, Little Ship of Dreams
#REFERENCE: Maggie Malone “5500 Quilt Blocks Designs”
Block Variations
This block has many variations, although not all match this exact tutorial. With small adjustments in placement and fabric choice, you can create many different designs — so more tutorials are definitely coming!
Video tutorial of the Ship quilt block
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