Sorry for the short hand on my last post.  I try to remember to write in general terms but sometimes I forget that others may read my blog.

D-9, is the lazy way to say Disappearing 9-patch (also called a Cut-Up-9-Patch or I am sure other names by now)

The idea is to sew a regular 9-patch block (three sqs. by three sqs.)  Then sub-cut that block into quarters (in half both ways, top to bottom and side to side)  Either rotate two opposite corner pieces or if using directional fabric just trade the two (spot 2 for spot 3) and then re-sew the FOUR patch back together.

It makes an interesting block and can be used in quick project quilts.  Many are using them in charity quilts because of the speed of assembly.

I have made dozens.  Our quilting group has all made several for donation quilts. Here is a link to our RW&B ones.

I usually see them made with nickels (5" sqs) or charms.  I have even seen them swapped as specific colors.  I like the scrappy but it make a very fast two or three fabric top.

I am playing around with large sqs to give myself room for adding applique.

Also on my list of TO-DO's is to make crumb blocks and use them in the corners with a solid in the middle and a focus fabric on the sides. 

I think the possibilities are endless.  cw