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Free Tutorial - Oh, Christmas Tree Quilt
by Amy for Moda

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      Oh, Christmas tree, oh, Christmas tree, how lovely are your branches.... So maybe this quilt won't sing for you, but it may inspire some Christmas music in you as you make it, not to mention in your friends and family who will love it. It looks great and is pretty easy to make.


Finished Size: 46.5″ x 57″ (118 cm x 144 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Free Pattern - Stripes and Herringbone Quilt
for Robert Kaufman

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      Sarah Thomas of Blueprint Textiles designed this simple, yet lovely quilt using Kona Solids. Using 42 strips, you will sew the strips together with a gentle curving motion. Create this quilt to learn this new skill and make it your own with the colors you love!

Finished Size: 29" x 40" (73 cm x 101 cm)

Skill Level: Confident beginner



 

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Free Tutorial - Northbound Christmas Quilt
by Pieces and Quilt {Low Volume}

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      Nataliya created this Christmas quilt based on another quilt she made. The original quilt was designed for a low-volume challenge. So, this is a great way to use up your scraps! This quilt is created using 147 flying geese and blocks. These are then put together to create the rows that will make up the quilt.


Finished Size: 78" x 90" (198 cm x 228 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Free Pattern - Winter Wishes Quilt
by Project House 360 for RJR Fabrics

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      Add this festive quilt to your Christmas decor, or give it as a lovely gift.

This quilt was designed by Christine Stainbrook using Home Essentials by Robyn Pandolph. The pattern comes complete with templates for the mittens, snowflakes, and bows. The snowflakes, mittens, and bows are appliqued onto the blocks and bordering fabric.

Finished Size: 45" x 45" (114 cm x 114 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - Jumble Quilt by Andy

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      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.

Finished Size: 48" x 60" (122 cm x 152 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Free Tutorial - Scrappy Bear Paw Baby Quilt
by Jeni Baker


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     Make this cute baby quilt and use up your scraps! Using a square and triangles, Jeni created a design to look like a bear paw. By choosing to create the bear paws in red, and using navy fabrics for her background, she lets the fabric shine and makes those bear paws really pop.

Bonus! Jeni includes a bag tutorial if you would like to gift this quilt in a bag.


Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Finished Size: 54" x 54" (137 cm x 137 cm)


 

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Free Pattern - Movement in Squares
by Wendy Sheppard for Benartex

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      The way the squares are places on this quilt works well to create a neat movement effect. Use Benartex fabrics like Wendy did, or choose some of your own favorites. You could even use up some of your growing scrap pile!

Finished Size: 54" x 62" (137 cm x 157 cm)

Skill Level: Intermediate


 

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Featured FREE Mystery BOM

Pat Sloan's 2017 BOM Is Here!
Welcome to the fourth year of our Exclusive Free Mystery Block of the Month by Pat Sloan! This year Pat's theme is 'The Children’s Library'. Do you have a favorite childhood book? We are pretty excited to be explore those favorites with Pat this year!


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Featured FREE Tutorial

Free Tutorial - Liberty Star Christmas Quilt
by Piece and Quilt


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     Create this fun Liberty Star Christmas Quilt using half rectangles and half-square triangles. The designer created this Christmas version of a quilt she had already designed. It's amazing to see how the fabric colors can completely change a quilt!


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 96" x 96 " (244 cm x 244 cm)

 

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Free Pattern - Happy Crossings Quilt
by Pat Bravo

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      Featuring the Rapture collection from Art Gallery Fabrics, this quilt is made from just two types of blocks with different fabric combinations. These blocks are made with squares and strips. When completed, the quilt has seven rows.

Finished Size: 50" x 70" (127 cm x 178 cm)

Skill Level: Intermediate


 

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Free Tutorial - Modern Halves Quilt
by Moda


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      This fun quilt is made with fat quarters. The quilt will have 32 blocks total. Elizabeth recommends stacking fat quarters when cutting to save time. Try it out and see if it works for you!

This tutorial is full of great photos so you can know exactly what to do to make the perfect modern halves quilt.

Skill Level: Moderate

Finished Size: 74 in x 84 in (188 cm x 213 cm)

 

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Free Tutorial - Precious Gem Quilt


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     Use a layer cake to create diamonds at an angle and turn them into a beautiful quilt filled with 42 blocks. The pattern is simple, but comes together beautifully.

Krystal also include some fun suggestions for quilting patterns.

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 54 in x 67 in (137 cm x 170 cm)


 

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Free Pattern - Peas in a Pod Quilt
by McCall's

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      Originally featured as a lap quilt, this pattern designed by Jean Kritenbrink is offered for free in twin size. Jean helps us use up our stash with squares and strips that are placed in a way to create the "peas in a pod" look.

Finished Size: 60½˝ x 90½˝ (154 cm x 230 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Featured FREE Mystery BOM

Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block One, Mother Goose Rhymes
It's here! The first block in Pat's new BOM for 2017. Get ready for a year full of wonderful children's books, starting with Mother Goose Rhymes! Read more and Download the free block pattern here!


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Free Pattern - Spring in Ambleside Quilt
by Fortworth Studio

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      Create this adorable quilt using fat eighths. You'll turn them into squares and triangles. The binding will be made using up your scraps to create a scrappy binding. This quilt was quilted on a domestic machine with straight line quilting and it looks great!

Finished Size: 64" x 64" (163 cm x 163 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Free Pattern - Snow Day Block
by Green Bee Patterns

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      This block is created with half square triangles and squares and comes together beautifully. Use it to create a finished piece in any size you like. Use the wintery colors Alexia uses, or change it up to create a different color scheme.

Finished Size: Block is 24" square or 61 cm square

Skill Level: Beginner


 

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Free Tutorial - Kaleidoscope Quilt Block
by Bijou Lovely


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     This fun block is easy to make and so fun when it comes together. It was created to be a part of The Festival of Half Square Triangles.

The tutorial is well done and complete with well labeled images and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions.


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Each block is 16.5 in. (41 cm)

 

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Free Tutorial - Grayscale Quilt
by Cluck Cluck Sew


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     This block is so versatile, you can change up the fabrics you use to create some very different looking quilts. This quilt has a gradient look and focus, but you can create any theme you like. Use one color in two tones, two colors, or the whole rainbow!

This tutorial is complete with great photos and step by step instructions.

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 60" x 70", block is 10" (152 cm x 178 cm, block is 25 cm)

 

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Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Two, Inspired By Curious George
 This month, Pat has been inspired by one of our favorite book collections, Curious George! The curious little monkey warms our hearts and makes us smile, just as this beautiful block does!

Read more and Download the free block pattern here!



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Featured FREE Tutorial

Free Tutorial - Arrow Tail Quilt-A-Long
by Laurel


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     This adorable quilt is not hard to make and works great as a baby gift. Simply print and cut out the template provided and get going! This is a great project for using up scraps!

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Baby 40 in x 60 in (101 cm x 152 cm)
Twin 68 in x 84 in (172 cm x 213 cm)


 

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Free Tutorial - MOD Bear Paw Quilt
by Lorna


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     This quilt was designed by Lorna, designer of modern, fresh quilts. This quilt is certainly  worth the effort. We love the bear! This quilt was made via a quilt-a-long, in which Lorna does a great job of showing us just what to do to replicate her beautiful work. She also provides some inspiration by giving six additional ideas for using this pattern to create quilts in different colorways and sizes.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Size: 84 by 84 (213 cm x 213 cm)
Also can be made in baby, crib, or lap size.


 

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Free Tutorial - How to Make an Appliquéd Strip Quilt


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     Pam gives two great tips for starting off this quilt. Get it done faster by buying charm packs, or take advantage of the opportunity to use up some scraps! Either way is a win.

This tutorial teaches you how to create a specific quilt, while also acting as a guide for teaching you skills you will use in future quilts.


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Top is roughly 37" by 46" (94 cm x 117 cm)

 

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Free Pattern - Toes in the Water
by Robert Kaufman

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      This beautiful quilt uses Mckenna Ryan's new fabric line Sand in My Shoes. Some Kona Cotton fabrics are also used. While this is not an easy quilt to make, it is certainly an impressive one that will be well-worth the time. The way the varying shades of fabric are placed makes this quilt really stand out.

Skill Level: Advanced Expert

Finished Size: 64 1/2 in x 64 1/2 in (164 cm x 164 cm)



 

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Free Pattern - Whole Lotta Love Quilt
By Brown Bird Designs with Art Gallery Fabrics

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      This English paper pieced quilt is unique and lots of fun. The designer used Art Gallery Fabrics and did so beautifully. The hearts really stand out against the background of lighter fabrics, and those background fabrics fit together perfectly with their letter theme.

Finished Size: 59.5" x 72.5" (151 cm x 184 cm)

Skill Level:
Moderate



 

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Featured FREE Mystery BOM

Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Three, Poky Little Puppy
This month we are celebrating one of our favorite books. Not only is it one of our favorites, it's the best-selling picture book of all time! The Poky Little Puppy! Download the free block pattern here!


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Free Tutorial - Sawtooth Star Block
by Suzy Quilts

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     We're so happy to share this tutorial of the ever-popular Sawtooth Star! This tutorial begins with a fun bit of history about the Sawtooth Star block. It also includes a very helpful chart with details on the dimensions of fabrics you'll need to make 4 different sizes of Sawtooth Star blocks (4", 8", 12", 16"). The tutorial also includes great instructions and figures to guide you in making your own Sawtooth star project. Time to get started!

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Various Sizes of Blocks


 

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Free Tutorial - Mini Meow Quilt
by Happy Hour Stitches

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     How many cat lovers do we have? Today is your day! For all of you quilters who love cats, we've found your two favorite things in one place! A cat quilt! And it's easy too!  You can even turn individual cat blocks into mug rugs for friends or turn them into a wall hanging. To top it all off, this is a great project for using up scraps!

Skill Level: Beginner

 

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Free Pattern - Flower Drops Quilt
By Corey Yoder

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       Spring is almost here! In case you can't feel it in the air where you live, you can dream of blossoms with this beautiful free pattern.

The pattern is made up of squares, rectangles, and triangles. The pattern includes instructions with figures for the large flower block assembly, the small flower block assembly, and the quilt top assembly.

Finished Size: 66 in  x 76 in (168 cm x 193 cm)

Skill Level:
Moderate



 

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Free Tutorial - Citrus Mint Baby Quilt


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     Although this adorable quilt was originally created for babies, the pattern and fabrics are so fun, you may want to adapt it to a size you can wrap up in yourself.

This quilt is made with half snowball quilt blocks. Of course, Lindsay shows you exactly what to do in case they're new to you.

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size:
36 1/2 in. x 42 1/2 in. (93 cm. x 108 cm.)

 

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Free Pattern - Birds of a Feather Quilt
by McCall's

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      This impressive quilt is easier to make than it looks. With great directions, you'll be done before you know it. Bonus: It's a great option for a bedspread. You can use up your scraps and do a little redecorating at the same time! You'll use squares and triangles to create this mesmerizing pattern.

Finished Size: 81 1/2 in x 81 1/2 in (207 cm x 207 cm)


 

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Free Tutorial - Binding Curves
by Julie Herman at Jaybird Quilts

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     If nature abhors a straight line, how should quilter's feel about curves? Fearless! Thanks to this wonderful tutorial by Julie Herman of Jaybird Quilts, if you've got a handle on some basics in quilting, you can learn to make smooth, beautiful bindings like the ones pictured here!

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Skill Level: Intermediate

 

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Free Pattern - Fuchsia Block Applique
by Sonya Fetch


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     With Spring almost here, add some floral beauty to your next project with this free applique pattern! This design is by Sonya Fetch and is one of a set of floral applique she has created. If you have never explored anypattern.com, they have extensive listings of excellent patterns and projects. They also provide free printed instructions you can download for different methods for the applique process. Enjoy!

Finished Size: 12" x 12" (35cm x 35cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner


 

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Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Four, Alice in Wonderland
For April, Pat has selected a fantastic adventure beloved by millions, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland! Her block for this month definitely has some playful and even magical design elements, so please enjoy. Read more and Download the free block pattern here!


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Free Tutorial - Arrowhead Puzzle Quilt Block
by Natalia and Kathleen


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     If you're like us, you like learning about new 'staple' design elements that are versatile and can be added to a variety of projects. The Arrowhead Puzzle block is deceptively simple, especially in the way everything wraps up (keep an eye out for the 'surprise ending'!).

This tutorial was created by Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting and they do an excellent job of walking us through the steps. It was from their 30-days of Sewing Quilt Blocks series, and there are some amazing blocks for you there, take a look. Enjoy!


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 12" x 12" (30.5 cm. x 30.5 cm.)


 

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Free Pattern - On the Fly Throw Quilt
by Mary Helen Schiltz

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      This is a great scrappy quilt project with a heartwarming look and feel. The free pattern download is provided by All People Quilt, and Mary Helen Schiltz has done a wonderful job detailing the project. If you're a beginner or if you're just looking for a quick and easy project that will eat through your pile of scraps, give this one a try!

Finished Size: 47" x 70" (119cm x 178cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Tutorial - Color Value Quilts
by Katie Pedersen


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     With an infinite variety of ways to render patterns in your quilting, it can sometimes be a challenge to choose what to do next. Don't overthink it! Take the color value approach outlined here by Katie Pedersen of Sew Katy Did and just grab stuff from your scrap pile and make smaller piles of similar darkness values and then go nuts! More from Katie:

"Most of us addicted to fabric will find this style of quilt a great display tool for your fabric stash. Baby quilts, wall hangings, bed quilts, or a favorite blankie to cuddle up in on the couch, make it any size you want. No worries on making fabrics match, we’re going to think in values, or the degree of lightness or darkness of a color.


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: Your Choice!


 

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Free Pattern - Threadneedle Street
Jelly Roll Pattern by Barbara Brackman

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      Hand quilters rejoice! If you like hand stitching or just a good quilting challenge, this project is for you! Barbara Brackman is a fabric designer and quilter extraordinaire and she found this jewel at the FFA and AG Museum in Iowa. More from Barbara:

Skill Level: Intermediate 



 

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Free Pattern - Diamond Jewel Star Quilt
by Felice Regina

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      Don't be such a square! Give diamonds a try with this Diamond Jewel Star quilt design from Felice Regina of Sew Scatter Brained. Felice has detailed this excellent project for us and also has provided a downloadable pdf for the template forms you will need. This is an EPP (English Paper Piecing) project and is definitely good if you have a ton of scraps you need to use up. More from Felice:

Skill Level: Intermediate 



 

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Free Pattern - FQS Charm Box
Twin Size Quilt by Karin Jordan

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      The Fat Quarter Shop has always done top notch projects, and Karin Jordan of Leigh Laurel Studios loved their Charm Box quilt project so much, she made one in twin size for her son's bed! This is a wonderful project and comes in both baby quilt and mini quilt sizes. For the twin size conversion we mentioned, read Karin's tutorial article linked below. So if you're looking for a fast, easy, and attractive project that is charm pack friendly, look no further! More from Karin:

Finished Size: 67.5" x 81" (171cm x 206cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner
 



 

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Free Pattern - Arrow Bird Mini Quilt
by Afton Warrick

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      We love the Southwest flair of the gorgeous mini quilt! This project was created by Afton Warrick and the project is wonderfully detailed in a step by step tutorial complete with full pattern downloads!  The project was featured by the Fort Worth Fabric Studio (more below on that). More from Afton:

Finished Size: 18" x 18" (46cm x 46cm)

Skill Level: Intermediate



 

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Free Tutorial - Bunny Treat Bag
Sewing Tutorial by Petro

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     In a pinch for some Easter goodies? This project will take you less than an hour, and these bunny treat bags are absolutely adorable! This tutorial comes complete with a video and on-page instructions, and Petro of Creative Homemaking does a thorough job in detailing how these go together. More from Petro:

"Is there anything more adorable than a bunny? There is now! This bunny bag tutorial will teach you how to make super cute treat bags for all the little ones in your life. These are so easy and fun to make, you’ll find yourself whipping up a whole bunch of them in less than an hour!
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Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size:
About 5" x 7" (12.5 cm. x 18 cm.)

 

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Free Pattern - Giant Garden Quilt
by Joanne Louis

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      Here's a project from our archive that we wanted to share, a bright floral design perfect for Spring. This is a delightful hexagon pattern of giant garden flowers by JoAnne Louis of Paper Pieces! This project is great using charm squares; just make hexagons out of your charms or scraps. JoAnne used flannel in the example for added softness. This one looks like fun, give it a try!

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 72" x 80" (183cm x 203cm)



 

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Free Tutorial - Pool Tile Mini Quilt by Yvonne

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     We love the summery feel of this beautiful mini quilt by Yvonne Fuchs of Quilting Jetgirl! Doesn't it make you feel like your staring down into warm, watery summer fun? Yvonne has a wonderful site full of great projects and she does an excellent job of detailing this one for us! More from Yvonne:

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 25" x 25" (63.5 cm. x 63.5 cm.)


 

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Free Pattern - Field Crossing Quilt
by Elizabeth Olwen

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      Here is a project from our archive we thought you'd like:

We love the artistic symmetry of this design!  This project was created by Elizabeth Olwen for Cloud9 Fabrics using the collection she designed for them as well, Wildwood.  This would make a great beginner project for any level of quilter!  More from Cloud9:

Finished Size: 60" x 72" (152cm x 183cm)

Skill Level: Beginner



 

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Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Five, Green Eggs and Ham
For May, Pat has chosen one of the best selling children's books of all time, Green Eggs and Ham! Her block for this month has a beautiful repetition, just like the cadences of Dr. Seuss, so please enjoy. Read more and Download the free block pattern here!

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FreeProjects - Tons of Mini Quilt Projects
from Kari at U-Create Crafts


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     Get ready for cuteness overload: What's not to love about mini-quilts? Kari at U-Create Crafts has put together a wonderful list of free mini-quilt projects, and every one is absolutely adorable! She even thoughtfully included a couple of tutorials on how to hand your mini-quilts. More from Kari:

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Finished Size: Varies


 

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Free Pattern - Kaleidoscope Mini Quilt
by Cherie Grzych for RJR

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     Who isn't delighted by watching the myriad of color changes as you slowly turn a kaleidoscope? Spring sunshine is perfect for enjoying multi-colored beauty and we love this mini quilt from RJR by Cherie Grzych! This is a great project for any level of quilter, and the instructions are easy to follow. Enjoy!

Finished Size: 21" x 21" (53.5 cm x 53.5cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner


 

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Free Tutorial - Spring Dreams Quilt
by Marlene Biles

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     Here's a project from our archive you may have missed:

For many of us, spring is the most wonderful of seasons, with its freshly blooming flowers, warming temperatures, and beautiful green all around.  Today's project is a brightly colorful fresh breath of spring, and will be a delightfully challenging quilt for experienced quilters.  Marlene Biles of Sipiweske Quilts created this beauty and the project is featured on the Moda Bakeshop, and her tutorial is detailed and thorough. More from Marlene:

"I’m back for round two in the Moda Bake Shop! I’m dreaming of throwing as many little posies into these baskets as I can and I’d really love it if you could join me." 

Finished Size: 51" x 51" (130cm x 130cm)

Skill Level: Advanced


 

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Free Tutorial - Just Another Walk in the Woods
Baby Quilt by Audrey Yeager


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     This quilt is adorable, and is much easier to create than it might look! Audrey Yeager is a crafter who writes for the ThermOWeb blog and she created this wonderful baby quilt in collaboration with Moda (more below). Her instructions come complete with great photos and everything you need to put this project together. More from Audrey:

"Recently on the ThermOWeb blog, we have been collaborating with Moda fabrics, sharing projects made with some of their recent releases. I created this heart studded baby quilt from the “Just Another Walk In The Woods” collection along with HeatnBond Lite Fusible Adhesive."


Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 38" x 50" (96.5 cm. x 127 cm.)


 

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Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Six, The Princess and the Pea
For June, Pat has chosen a beloved fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen that has delighted children for many generations. This month's block is fun and includes a layout for the pattern in repeat, so please enjoy. Read more and Download the free block pattern here!



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Free Pattern - Whirl Kaleidoscope Quilt
by Mary McGuire

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      Here's a project from our archives that you may have missed. Enjoy!

This delightful pattern engages the eye in a wide variety of ways, isn't it mesmerizing?  Mary McGuire is a gifted designer and this project features her own Cold Spring Dreams collection from RJR fabrics, which may not be available in your area, but you can feature whatever Spring fresh fabric selection you like.  Have fun with this truly beautiful project!  More from Mary:

Finished Size: 60.5" x 48.5" (154cm x 123cm)

Skill Level: Intermediate



 

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Free Pattern - Straight & Narrow Quilt
by Kari Carr

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      This is a delightful project that would work well as a table runner or a shelf liner. Kari Carr is an excellent designer and was featured for this project on Bernina's We All Sew blog. The tutorial is particularly useful if you use a Bernina sewing machine, but even if you use something else, the pattern is clearly written and easy to follow. Enjoy!

Finished Size: 13" x 30" (33cm x 72cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - All A Flutter Quilt
by Alex Anderson

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      Here's a wonderful Spring quilt from our archives:

Just like the charming music of birdsong, this gorgeous quilt blends a variety of elements into a beautiful thing to behold.  We love Alex Anderson's design, and the pattern she has put together for you is wonderfully detailed, with very clear notations and instructions.  Make one of these beauties for your next project!  More from Alex:

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Finished Size: 54" x 62" (137cm x 157cm)



 

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Free Pattern - Hothouse Flowers Diamond Picnic Quilt by Mo Bedell

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      Here's a project from our archives that we're sure you'll 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



 

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Free Tutorial - Saratoga Lights Quilt
by Judy Laquidara

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     What a delightful design! Judy Laquidara of Patchwork Times has put together an excellent tutorial with very clear steps, complete with pictures and detailed fabric requirements and cutting instructions. This is a great project for any level of quilter. Enjoy!

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 69" x 83" (175 cm. x 211 cm.)


 

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Free Patterns - Cake and Tea, You and Me
BOM Quilt by Natalie Reiners

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      What an adorable project! Natalie Reiners of Sutura Fabrics created this free BOM download just for you. It comes complete with comprehensive instructions for each block and the settings, and she even recorded a video about the project as well! Be sure to check out her other free projects on her download page! More from Natalie:

Finished Size: 34" x 36" (86cm x 91cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - Green with Envy
Table Runner by Melissa Marginet

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      This charming table runner comes to us from Melissa Marginet, a gifted designer with a wonderful eye for color. This pattern was featured in Online Quilting Magazine, and Melissa is sharing it with their permission. The Green with Envy table runner project is great for any level of quilter! More from Melissa:

Finished Size: 17" x 40" (43cm x 102cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - A Little Crazy Mug Rug
by Monica Curry

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      Ever wanted to try crazy quilting but maybe you were a little intimidated? Get a taste of this kind of quilting with this mini project from Monica Curry of Cut, Stitch & Piece. We love the delicious chaos of this design, and Monica thoughtfully provided a tutorial on how to do 'fussy cuts' and great templates for the foundation pieces. More from Monica:

Finished Size: 10" x 7.5" (25.5cm x 19cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - Simple Sixteen
Christmas Quilt by Lindsey Weight

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      Looking for something fun and easy for this year's Christmas in July? Here's a great one from our archives:

This beautiful quilt is from a Christmas in July project by Lindsey Weight of Fort Worth Fabric Studio.  We love the classic '30's look and the entire approach of this Simple Sixteen quilt. This quilt was pieced by Nettie Moore and quilted by Kathy Lefler, check out the original article below for more gorgeous pictures and a link to purchase the kit.  More from Lindsey:

Skill Level: Beginner

Finished Size: 57" x 57" (145cm x 145cm)



 

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Pat Sloan's 2017 Children's Library Mystery BOM: Block Seven - Setting: Charlotte's Web
For July, Pat selected the heartwarming classic that made us all love barnyard animals, Charlotte's Web! This month is the setting for the quilt and has a block design in two color configurations. Read more and Download the free block pattern here!

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Free Pattern - Christmas Dance
Mini Quilt by Diane Harris

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      If you've got a stash of scraps that are Christmas-friendly and you're looking for a fast and easy project for Christmas in July, look no further! This little quilt is amazing, and it's super easy, just baby windmills and your border. This free design is brought to us by Diane Harris of Stash Bandit. Be sure to check out her site for ideas and how-to's. Enjoy!

Finished Size: 27" x 31" (69cm x 79cm)

Skill Level:
Beginner



 

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Free Pattern - Cherry Dot Quilt
by Susan Emory

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     Here's one from our archives for you:

What a beautiful design! This wonderful project was created by Susan Emory of Swirly Girls Design for Michael Miller, and featuring fabrics from the Cherry Dot line. Great project for quilters with some experience under their belts, and very nicely detailed in the pattern download. Enjoy!

Finished Size: 60" x 60" (152cm x 152cm)

Skill Level: Intermediate


 

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Free Pattern - Scrappy Summer Quilt
by Allison Harris

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     Here's a scrappy summer quilt from our archives for you:

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


 

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