Festive Leaves Quilt: Free Pattern

Written by admin in 09 December 2023 (Saturday) at 18:17

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the festive spirit than by embarking on a creative quilting project? This year, we have a delightful and free pattern for you to try: the Festive Leaves Quilt. This charming design incorporates the beauty of nature with a touch of holiday magic, making it the perfect addition to your seasonal decor. So, gather your quilting supplies and let’s dive into the joyful world of crafting!

If you’re itching to embark on a quilting adventure that combines festive flair with timeless elegance, look no further than the Festive Leaves Quilt. This 72″ x 72″ masterpiece is a celebration of holiday charm, and we’ve got the free pattern to make your quilting dreams come true. Get ready to infuse your home with the warmth of the season by following these simple cutting and assembly instructions.

Fabric Requirements:

Background: 3 yards
Red Leaves: 1 1/4 yards of scraps total
Gold Leaves: 1/4 yard of scraps total
Binding: 2/3 yard
Backing: 5 yards

Cutting Instructions:

From the background fabric, cut:

(16) 1 1/2″ x 16 1/2″ rectangles
(16) 1 1/2″ x 15 1/2″ rectangles
(16) 2 1/2″ x 16 1/2″ rectangles
(16) 2 1/2″ x 18 1/2″ rectangles
(32) 3 1/2″ x 12 1/2″ rectangles

From the red fabric, cut:

(32) 5″ x 5″ squares
(48) 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″ squares

From the gold fabric, cut:

(32) 2″ x 2″ squares
(48) 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ squares

Block Assembly:

Large Leaf (Make 16 total):

Create Half Square Triangles with marked red 5″ squares and background squares.
Trim units to 4 1/2″ square.
Follow the provided diagram to arrange Half Square Triangles and red 4 1/2″ squares into rows.
Sew units into rows and rows into a block.

Large Leaf

Small Leaf (Make 16 total):

Make Half Square Triangles with marked yellow 2″ squares and background 2″ squares.
Trim units to 1 1/2″ square.
Arrange Half Square Triangles and yellow 1 1/2″ squares into rows using the provided diagram.
Sew units into rows and rows into a block.

Small Leaf

Putting it All Together:

Attach a background 3 1/2″ x 12 1/2″ rectangle to the side of the large leaf and the end of a background 3 1/2″ x 12 1/2″ rectangle to the side of the small leaf.
Follow the diagram to sew the small leaf row to the top of the large leaf row.
Attach a background 1 1/2″ x 15 1/2″ rectangle to the bottom of this unit.
Sew a background 1 1/2″ x 16 1/2″ rectangle to the side of this unit.
Sew a background 2 1/2″ x 16 1/2″ rectangle to the top of the unit.
Complete the block by sewing a background 2 1/2″ x 18 1/2″ rectangle to the side of the unit.

Putting it All Together

Quilt Assembly:

Follow the provided diagram to randomly turn and lay the blocks into rows.
Sew the blocks into rows and then sew the rows together to complete the quilt top.
Layer the quilt top with batting and backing.
Quilt as desired and bind.

Quilt Assembly

Your Festive Leaves Quilt is now ready to adorn your home with holiday cheer.

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Quilting is a wonderful way to express creativity and capture the essence of the holiday season. With our Festive Leaves Quilt pattern, you can infuse your home with the beauty of nature and the joy of crafting. So, grab your fabrics, fire up your sewing machine, and embark on this delightful quilting adventure. Happy crafting!