|
What a vibrant and beautiful quilt! We love this fresh design from Caroline of Sew Can She, and her presentation, as always, is excellent. This is a fast and easy project for any level of quilter! More from Caroline... Finished Size: 66" x 72" (168cm x 183cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Spring is the season for pastels, and this baby quilt is absolutely precious! This design is by Carol Swift of Just Let Me Quilt and is brought to us by Therm-o-Web. This is a daisy chain mini quilt with applique and all design elements are provided in the free downloadable pattern from Carol's Craftsy page. More from Carol... Finished Size: 42" x 42" (107cm x 107cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
We love the subtle colors and simple design of this beautiful quilt, isn't it wonderful? This design was created by Minki Kim and was featured on the Fat Quarter Shop's blog site The Jolly Jabber (we've always loved that name!). Minki Kim designed her first fabric collection for Riley Blake and called it Dear Diary, and it's a beautiful collection, so if you can get your hands on some, dive into this project! More from The Jolly Jabber... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 63.5" x 72.5" (161cm x 184cm)
|
|
Isn't this a precious quilt? Who doesn't get misty eyed remembering sliced bread during your childhood? Snacks from Mom, afternoon sandwiches, morning toast... This is a deliciously easy project that can be made several different ways, and it comes to us from Marny Buck of Modern Quilt Relish. Her tutorial is printable and easy to follow. More from Marny... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 44" x 44" (112cm x 112cm)
|
|
Here is a project from our archives! Enjoy! Strip tube quilting is an easy and fast way to piece your quilt, and Andy Knowlton with A Bright Corner has an excellent tutorial for you to show you the ropes of this wonderful technique! Andy demonstrates with two quilts she made using the technique, her Right Turn Only design (top) and her Hometown Healing quilt (bottom). She also includes links to videos to further help you learn this style of quilt making. More from Andy... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 42" x 64" (107cm x 162.5cm)
|
|
This is a great block design from Lynne Goldsworthy and the tutorial is featured for us on Love, Patchwork & Quilting, a site with amazing stuff! We love the versatility of this block: it's done BIG in this design, but you can apply it to whatever you're doing in creative, scrap-friendly ways. More from LPQ... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 60" x 60" (152cm x 152cm)
|
|
If your floundering under piles of scraps and have a baby in your vicinity, this is a great way to alleviate your pain! This project comes to us from Virginia Lindsay of Ginger Cake, and her use of color makes the tops she's put together adorable! More from Virginia... Skill Level: Beginner Size: 42" x 42" (107cm x 107cm)
|
|
Is it a pinwheel quilt or a flying geese quilt? It looks like both! We love this design from Wendy Sheppard for Windham Fabrics, using their Anything Is Possible collection by Whistler Studios. That collection is a couple of years old now, so it may be difficult to find, but we're sure you can find a suitable replacement if you need. The pattern download has Windham's usual level of excellence, outlining all steps clearly, complete with photos! And if you haven't checked out their huge catalog of free projects, click below and take a look! Enjoy! What does hope mean for you? Let us know in the comments! Finished Size: 61" x 61" (155cm x 155cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Spring is finally here! Celebrate the the fresh air and bright sunshine by making this adorable bunny quilt! This design comes to us from Amanda of Jedi Craft Girl (love that blog name!) and features the Wonderland Two collection from Riley Blake, designed by Melissa Mortenson. Amanda's tutorial is very nicely done and easy to follow, and this project is great for any level of quilter. More from Amanda... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 32" x 32" (81cm x 81cm)
|
|
How about something wonderfully different in a baby quilt? We love this cracker quilt pattern, brought to us by Janet Wickell of The Spruce Crafts. She offers two colorways, and the first one, pictured here, is a delightful modern take on the design. Her second colorway is brightly colored and scrappy! Be sure to check out the extensive list of projects, The Spruce Crafts has quite a library, and the site is wonderful to use! More on the quilt from Janet... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 36" x 60" (91cm x 152cm)
|
|
What says summertime better than flip-flops on sand? Jenny Root of Finely Quilted put together this wonderful project for APQS (American Professional Quilting Systems) and included an impressive variety of flip-flops! If you haven't explored, APQS has an impressive library of free projects meant for machine quilting, so please take a look! More from APQS about Jenny's project... Finished Size: 58" x 70" (147cm x 178cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
If you're tired of staying within the lines, appliqué are a great way to add artistic flair to your quilting project! Olfa has brought us this wonderful pattern from Lori Kennedy of The Inbox Jaunt, and she details the appliqué techniques you'll need to make beautiful blocks like the ones pictured here. Also see her linked tutorials to different machine quilting styles! More from Lori... Finished Size: 15" x 7" (38cm x 18cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Spring is the time for rain showers, and we love the adorable little umbrellas on this precious quilt! This project was recently featured by Melissa from Polkadot Chair and was created by Amy Chappell of Ameroonie Designs. She provides clear instructions for all steps in making this darling mini quilt and we can't wait to dive in! More from Amy... Finished Size: 20" x 20" (51cm x 51cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Who doesn't love gumdrops? Pink ones, orange ones, some people even like the licorice ones, and this design by Simone Gautier Bradford captures the cuteness nicely! It features her first collection from Paintbrush Studio, On Your Mark. As with all Paintbrush Studio projects, the PDF download has excellent instructions that are clear and easy to follow. Enjoy! Finished Size: 52.5" x 71" (133cm x 180cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
We love the artful simplicity of this project, isn't it beautiful? This project comes to us from Erica Jackman of Kitchen Table Quilting and is presented by one of our favorite places, the Moda Bakeshop! This design features the Simply Style collection and it works wonderfully in this quilt. More from Erica... Skill Level: Intermediate Finished Size: 68" x 76" (173cm x 193cm)
|
|
It doesn't have to be Valentine's Day to liven up your quilt project with some hearts! This block design is by Amista Baker of Hilltop Custom Designs and features a heart within a heart. Heartception (bonus points if you get that reference!). Be sure to take a look at Amista's other wonderful free projects and tutorials! More from Amista... Finished Size: 10" x 10" (25.5cm x 25.5cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
We could all use a little more 'easy' in what we do, right? Kristina with Center Street Quilts has us covered with this easy to learn technique for piecing using interfacing. She demonstrates by creating an adorable 'pixelated' mini quilt of a sewing machine. More from Kristina... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 10" x 10" (25cm x 25cm)
|
|
This design is a great example of how visually potent a simple contrast can be, and we love it! Liz of Simple Simon and Co created this quilt using a chambray bundle from Andover, and fell in love with the fabric. This is a great project for any level quilter and includes a downloadable half-square triangle tutorial, if you need it. More from Liz... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 54.5" x 59" (138cm x 150cm)
|
|
Want to turn some of your scraps into something adorable and unique? Take a look at this fantastic design by Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter. She uses foundation paper piecing (if you're unfamiliar with that method, she demonstrates nicely, but we also provide a video tutorial of the technique for you) and has excellent photos and descriptions. More from Amy... Skill Level: Intermediate Finished Size: 15" x 15" (38cm x 38cm)
|
|
This gorgeous quilt is a testament to the fact that you can find inspiration anywhere. Kirsty of Bonjour Quilts found inspiration for this design on a boilerplate manhole cover, and the result is this wonderful pattern! Makes you wonder what might be around you that you're not looking at closely enough... In any case, this is an excellent tutorial and Kirsty covers all the bases for you. More from Kirsty... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 45" x 60" (114cm x 152cm)
|
|
What a gorgeous quilt! We love the relaxed colors and the fabulous way the blocks interact in this free quilt pattern from Jeni Baker of In Color Order. Jeni designed this quilt for Art Gallery Fabrics and it features her fabric collection, Curiosities. This project is a little ambitious for beginners, but if you're an experienced quilter it looks like fun! More from Jeni... Finished Size: 60" x 75" (152cm x 190cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Here's a patriotic project from our archives: What a gorgeous quilt! This was designed by Stephanie Kepecs and Joanne Perlmutter of Devout Quilter and was featured recently by Nancy Zieman as a Memorial Day project. While we're too late for that holiday this year, this quilt will make an excellent Independence Day project! Here is what Nancy Zieman thinks of this quilt... Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Is there anything more refreshing than ice-cold watermelon on a hot summer's day? This wonderful mini quilt celebrates summer with us in delightful style, and utilized Courthouse Steps blocks to achieve its unique look. It is brought to us by the team at Paintbrush Studio from their blog, Inspired by Fabric, and the tutorial is very nicely done. More from Paintbrush Studio... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 12.5" x 12.5" (31.5 cm. x 31.5 cm.)
|
|
Here's a great summer project from the FQP archives, enjoy! We love the colorful, scrappy randomness of this beautiful quilt! Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew has created a nice tutorial with visual patterns for creating this quilt. This looks like a perfect project for a picnic quilt with spring and summer just around the corner! More from Allison... Finished Size: 64" x 80" (162cm x 204cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Here's an enlightening tutorial on the techniques you'll need to learn English paper piecing, from our archives: If you're still getting the swing of things with different quilting techniques, one you will want to try is the art and science of English paper piecing. Florence of Flossie Tea Cakes has written an excellent overview and tutorial of this style of piecing, and offers instruction on every step of the process, including some clever tricks that even experienced paper piecers will find useful. More from Florence... Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
What a beautiful design! This fabulous quilt from Geta Grama of Geta's Quilting Studio uses the raw-edge appliqué technique. This is a great little project to learn this technique, if you haven't already learned, and of course it will be super fun! More from Geta... Finished Size: 14" x 29" (36cm x 74cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Here's a great project from our archives: Who doesn't like maximum visual impact for minimum effort? This wonderful project from Kelly Young of My Quilt Infatuation uses the familiar braid style of strip quilting but goes big. Bigger strips mean less work overall to finish. This tutorial is great for any level of quilter, dive in whenever you want a fast and easy project. More from Kelly... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 40" x 52" (102cm x 132cm)
|
|
Whether you're a history buff or not, pioneer era quilts utilized some amazing designs, and this delectable mountains quilt is rich in both history and design excellence! Anne Breneman of PatternsFromHistory.com has put together a wonderful collection of designs and if you are a history buff, there's interesting detail about each of the quilts! More from Anne... Finished Size: 60" x 60" (152cm x 152cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Here is an outstanding project from our archives, enjoy! This beautiful quilt features easy but attractive block designs, vivid colors and is a great beginner project! This design makes excellent use of the colorful synergy of the new Hothouse Flowers collection from Andover, and the excellent pattern instructions are easy to follow. More from Mo... Finished Size: 76" x 76" (193cm x 193cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
We love the multicolored visual cacophony of this quilt, isn't in wonderful? If you've never done an Amy Butler pattern, this is a great one to start with! She put this project together for Rowan Fabrics, and the pattern with it's easy to follow illustrations and instruction was written by Susan Guzman. The quilt features the Soul Blossom collection, designed by Amy Butler for Rowan. The pattern uses foundation paper piecing, so if you are unfamiliar with that technique, we provide a free tutorial in the full article linked below. Enjoy! Finished Size: 66.5" x 72.5" (169cm x 184cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Here's a colorful project from our archives: What do you think of when you think of happy colors? Yellows and blues and reds do it nicely in this wonderful project by Heidi Pridemore of Blank Quilting. This is a great project for any level of quilter, so dive in and sew up some happiness! Enjoy! Finished Size: 57" x 72" (145cm x 183cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Do you find yourself doodling odd little things while on the phone, or maybe while surfing the internet? Why not doodle a quilt? Cindy Staub put this project together for Olfa (we love Olfa! and Cindy!) and of course it's a free motion project. More from Cindy... Skill Level: Intermediate Finished Size: 56" x 73" (142cm x 185cm)
|
|
Here is an excellent project from our archives, enjoy! We love the pretty simplicity of this quilt, and Jera from Quilting in the Rain has put together a wonderful tutorial for you! So bust out your favorite rotary cutter and your prettiest fat quarters and let's get to it! More from Jera... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 46.5" x 54" (38cm x 38cm)
|
|
We've almost run out of summer! We're sneaking this project in so you can enjoy this wonderful picnic blanket as temperatures begin to cool and perfect picnic weather arrives. This summer picnic blanket is meant to be lighter than a typical quilt and we love Giuseppe Ribaudo's design and his eye for color. More from Giuseppe... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 72" x 72" (183cm x 183cm)
|
|
Isn't this quilt adorable? We love the scrappy, homey style of this design. This project was created by Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes and features the Calico Crow collection designed by Lauren Nash for Penny Rose Fabrics. It looks like a fun and relatively fast project! More from Beverly... Finished Size: 61" x 68" (155cm x 173cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Triangles and diamonds and stars... oh my! This delightful project comes to us from Peta Peace of She Quilts Alot, and is advertised as a tutorial but she has a downloadable pattern PDF for you. We love the color interplay for her fabric choices, and this design will lend itself well to a wide variety of colorways, have fun making your own! More from Peta... Finished Size: 55.5" x 60" (141cm x 152cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
It's never too soon to start on your Christmas projects! Here's a wonderful piecing project from the team at Connecting Threads, and this project was designed by Mari Martin. You may not be able to find the exact fabrics listed in the pattern, but the different types should be fun to find substitutes for, if needed. Enjoy! Finished Size: 77.5" x 90.5" (197cm x 230cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
Here's a fun Halloween project from the FQP archives, enjoy! Our project for today is a great one for the Halloween season! Use Sonja's free pattern to make your own scraps come alive in a quilt block, a pot holder, a door hanging, or whatever trips your fancy! Enjoy! Finished Size: 8" x 10" (20cm x 30cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Today's project comes to us from Alanda Craft and features a very versatile and useful quilt block design - the Homeward Bound block. This is a great block for any level of quilter, just squares and half-square triangles, and the article provides excellent examples of possible quilt patters. They also provide an easy to follow video featuring Wanda to show you the techniques used in making this block. Also be sure to explore the Alanda Craft site, there's all kinds of quilting goodness! Enjoy! Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 10" x 10" (25.4 cm. x 25.4 cm.)
|
|
This refreshing quilt design comes to us from Peta Peace of She Quilts Alot and features alternating columns of chevrons made with half-square triangles. Here's another chance to use some of your favorite scraps in a fun and easy project! More from Peta... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 42" x 46" (107cm x 117cm)
|
|
What a gorgeous table runner! This project comes to us from Julie Cefalu of The Crafty Quilter, and she does an excellent job of documenting each step of the process. You will likely need to substitute fabrics from your stash or from similar prints and colors you can find, as the collection she features is no longer in production. More from Julie... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 50.75" x 17.25" (129cm x 44cm)
|
|
This quilt is so beautiful!! The explosions of starry color, the vibrant variety in the border swatches, what an amazing design! This project comes to us from the wonderful team at AllPeopleQuilt.com, one of the most rich resources online for great quilting projects. The design is by Lila Taylor Harris, and she has done a fabulous job detailing the steps you'll need to create of of these of your own. Enjoy! Finished Size: 58.5" x 68.5" (149cm x 174cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Here's a colorful project from our archives. Enjoy! We don't see as many hand quilted projects these days, but we have one today. Sherri did a beautiful job with her hand quilting and gave us a great tutorial so we can try it out. She also does a great job of suggesting specific tools that she likes best. This tutorial specifically teaches hand quilting. More from Sherri... Finished Size: 56" x 78" (142cm x 198cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
This precious little quilt will help keep tiny legs and feet from getting soiled while playing during outings. Isn't it adorable? This project comes to us from Sedef Imer of Down Grapevine Lane, and her tutorial is thorough and easy to follow. We love her use of the Economy block in this design, and it's sure to be a delight to any baby or toddler! More from Sedef... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 37" x 37" (94cm x 94cm)
|
|
We would wager dollars to fat quarters that between you and your quilting friends, you can find a good variety of red Christmas fabrics in your stashes (or other colors, don't limit yourself!). Get ready to start digging (or shopping, whatever works), because this mini quilt is precious! This design comes to us from Kristyne Czepuryk of Pretty by Hand and includes a PDF download of everything you'll need to turn your scraps into Christmas cuteness! More from Kristyne... Finished Size: ~13" x 14.5" (~33cm x 37cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
This beautiful mini quilt comes to us from Samantha of Aqua Paisley Studio, and is part of a 12 Minis in 12 Months Sew Along (by Kait of Knot and Thread Design). This design is so beautiful, and it's great for any level of quilter! More from Samantha... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: ~18" x 18" (~46cm x 46cm)
|
|
Here's a great project from the FQP archive just for you: Create this fun quilt using squares and rectangles. Andy gives instructions for cutting fat quarters and layer cakes into the needed sizes. For a fun, non-traditional look, rotate the smaller squares, or if you prefer, keep all of the squares straight for a more classic looking quilt. Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 48" x 60" (122cm x 152cm)
|
|
Liven up your harvest season table with this wonderful mini-quilt by Amber Johnson of Gigi's Thimble. Excellent as a table topper or an accent decoration, this project is easy and you can quickly create your own! More from Amber... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 27" x 27" (69cm x 69cm)
|
|
Have a jelly roll you've been dying to use in a fun project? Look no further! This fun and easy project will be great practice on your seam consistency. This quilt was created by Melinda of Quirky Granola Girl and has nice description for each step along with pictures to illustrate. More from Melinda... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 56" x 56" (142cm x 142cm)
|
|
Here's a scrap-friendly project featuring the popular star block with a nice modern layout. This project comes to us from Alex Anderson and is a free selection from a book of projects entitled Make Star Quilts. This was a featured project for C&T Publishing to promote the book, and it looks like it has some amazing designs! More from Alex... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 48.5" x 54.5" (123cm x 138cm)
|
|
What a beautiful pattern! This gorgeous quilt comes to us from Janet Wickell of The Spruce Crafts, and utilizes the Four Patch block artfully. Janet's steps and pictorials are easy to follow, and there is no doubt this will be a fun and easy project! More from Janet... Finished Size: 57" x 68" (145cm x 173cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Here's a fun Christmas project from the FQP archives, enjoy! These large diamonds make a simple, but beautiful pattern that can be used for any time of year, not just Christmas. Meredith used 20 fat quarters to create the argyle quilt top. Meredith says... Finished Size: 45" x 55" (114cm x 139cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
This is one of the cutest Christmas projects we've come across in some time! The project comes to us from Staci Wendland of Crafty Staci and is a great project for any level of quilter / sewist. If you haven't done one of Staci's projects yet, you're in for a treat! This mug mat is adorable, and Staci provides the pattern download you'll need as well as comprehensive photo instructions of every step of the process, so you're in good hands. More from Staci... Finished Size: ~ 7" x 10" (~ 18cm x 25cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Even though it's winter, we can dream of spring, can't we? The super cute wall hanging comes to us from Elisabeth DeMoo of Brown Bird Designs, and features the Simply Happy collection from Riley Blake, designed by Dodi Lee Poulsen. Her tutorial is a paper piecing project and has ample photos, providing everything you'll need to create this wall hanging. More from Elisabeth... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 33" x 33" (84cm x 84cm)
|
|
What a beautiful quilt! We love the motion and the 'power' of the design. Be sure to click on the image to see more detail; the text in the fabric prints goes very well with this project. This quilt was created by Kristy Daum of St. Louis Folk Victorian, and she made it for Windham Fabrics. Be sure to check out her free tutorials, she has a lot of other great projects! More from Kristy... Finished Size: 64" x 64" (163cm x 163cm) Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
Modern quilts can be so fun! And as the creator of this quilt says, today's project is easy peasy! This design comes to us from Emily Dennis of Quilty Love and she provides a thorough and easy-to-follow tutorial for every step you'll need. If you're looking for an easy and fun project to occupy your idle Holiday time, look no further! More from Emily... Finished Size: 63" x 84" (160cm x 213cm Skill Level: Beginner
|
|
We've got time for one more little one before Christmas, right? This amazing applique mini quilt uses fusible fleece for delightful 3D texture! It was created by Sherri Noel of Rebecca Mae Designs, and she provides a pattern download for all the pieces, with nicely detailed instructions. More from Sherri... Finished Size: 13" x 14" (33cm x 35.5cm) Skill Level: Intermediate
|
|
How about a super easy project for the Holiday season? Okay, so this one isn't really about Christmas, but it can be whatever your scrap pile says you want it to be, so feel free to use your imagination! This project comes to us from Amber Johnson of Gigi's Thimble, and was originally created with a Halloween theme. Her tutorial is great, so feel free to dive in! More from Amber... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 58.5" x 67.5" (149cm x 171cm)
|
|
Here's a great project from our archives: One of the staple blocks in any quilter's arsenal is the bow tie block, and we love the way Marija adds the 3d look to it! Those colors look great in her table-topper design as well, and this is all easy and fast enough that any level of quilter can enjoy this project. More from Marija... Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size: 4" x 4" (10cm x 10cm)
|