Bargello Clove Hitch Quilt Pattern

Written by admin in 07 December 2023 (Thursday) at 23:38

Welcome, fellow craft enthusiasts, to another exciting exploration of the world of quilting! Today, let’s dive into the captivating realm of the Bargello Clove Hitch Quilt pattern. This unique and visually striking design combines the timeless charm of Bargello with the intricate beauty of the Clove Hitch knot, resulting in a quilt that is as mesmerizing to create as it is to admire.

Bargello quilts, named after the Bargello Palace in Florence, Italy, have a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Traditionally, Bargello quilts feature vibrant and harmonizing colors arranged in a series of geometric patterns, creating a captivating visual effect. The technique involves sewing strips of fabric together, then cutting and rearranging them to form intricate designs.

Enter the Clove Hitch knot – a distinctive and functional knot used in sailing and mountaineering. Known for its strength and reliability, the Clove Hitch knot inspired the creation of a quilt pattern that emulates its complex yet organized structure. The Clove Hitch adds a layer of sophistication to the Bargello design, making it an intriguing challenge for seasoned quilters and an exciting adventure for beginners.

Materials:

Yardages are based on a 40˝ usable width.
Fabrics in each scribble and background set should transition from light to dark.

Scribble 1 (Fabrics 1–10):

¾ yard each of 10 solid or tonal fabrics in the same color family.

Scribble 2 (Fabrics 11–18):

½ yard each of 8 print fabrics.

Background (Fabrics 19–28):

¾ yard each of 10 solid or tonal fabrics in the same color family.

Additional Materials:

Backing: 8¼ yards (2¾ yards if 108˝ wide)
Batting: 99˝ × 100˝
Binding: 1 yard

Cutting:

Create a fabric number chart by attaching a small clipping of each fabric to a piece of paper. Number the fabrics in each group from the lightest (lowest number) to the darkest (highest number). Cut all strips, including bindings, to 2½˝ × the width of fabric unless specified otherwise.

Scribble 1:

Cut 8 strips from each fabric.

Scribble 2:

Cut 5 strips from each fabric.

Background:

Cut 7 strips from each fabric.

Binding:

Cut 10 strips.

Assemble the Strip Sets:

Maintain a ¼˝ seam allowance for all quilt assembly steps. Construct each strip set in numerical order from light to dark. Follow the instructions for Constructing Strip Sets.

Construct the Strip Sets:

8 sets using the Scribble 1 fabrics.
5 sets using the Scribble 2 fabrics.
7 sets using the background fabrics.

With your materials in hand and strip sets meticulously assembled, you’re well on your way to creating a visually stunning quilt inspired by the beauty of the clove hitch knot and the adventures it evokes.

Scribble 1

Scribble 2

Background

Construct the Columns
Refer to Cutting Bargello Strips and Constructing Columns as needed.

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CONSTRUCT COLUMN 1

1. From the strip sets, cut 1¾˝ strips:
1 each from scribbles 1 and 2
4 from the background
2. Start with a full background strip.
3. Add a full scribble 1 strip.
4. Add a full background strip.
5. Add a partial background strip (fabrics 19–25).
6. Add a full scribble 2 strip.
7. Add a partial background strip (fabric 19).
8. Mark the column number on the back of the first rectangle in the column.
9. Press the seam allowances toward the bottom of the column.

CONSTRUCT COLUMN 2

1. From the strip sets, cut 1½˝ strips:
1 each from scribbles 1 and 2
4 from the background
2. Start with a partial background strip (fabrics 20–28).
3. Add a full scribble 1 strip.
4. Add a full background strip.
5. Add a partial background strip (fabrics 19–25).
6. Add a full scribble 2 strip.
7. Add a partial background strip (fabrics 19 and 20).
8. Mark the column number on the back of the first rectangle in the column.
9. Press the seam allowances toward the top of the column.

CONSTRUCT THE REMAINING COLUMNS

Use the same process to create the rest of the columns, referring to the design chart for cut
widths and fabric order. Alternate the pressing direction for each column.
Sew Together the Columns
Sew the vertical seams as described in Sewing Columns.

Sewing Columns.