How to Make a Nine Patch Quilt Block Tutorial
The nine patch quilt block is common in traditional, contemporary and modern quilts. Set off the nine patches with sashing, or sew them together to form an overall patchwork. Plan...
Free Quilt Patterns
Make your next quilt using one of our free quilt block patterns. Easy to construct with simple step-by-step instructions, our beginner-friendly quilt blocks are a great way to start a quilt project.
We’ve got quilt patterns that use precut fabrics, like jelly rolls, charm packs, or layer cakes, as well as some great designs for using up fabric scraps. Some of them include video tutorials, all of them are fun projects!
Our patterns are good for quilters of all skill levels – from beginning quilters. We let you know which ones are perfect for beginner quilters, and which ones are best with a little bit of experience and perfect for experienced quilters.
Whether you are looking for a small project like a mini quilt, baby quilt, table runners, throw quilts, lap quilts, tote bags, wall hangings or a birthday quilt and holiday quilts, we’ve got some easy quilt patterns that would be great for your project!
We provide detailed instructions, including cutting charts for each free pattern. Our pattern instructions provide photos for each step of the process.
Some of the quilt patterns require simple techniques to create a simple quilt pattern. And, others require a bit more experience. If you can sew a straight line, you can make most of these.
Make a fun quilt with novelty prints, or try a small project as a great way to test out a new block pattern.
No matter where you are on your quilting journey, we’ve got the easy pattern for you to make beautiful quilts. Have fun selecting your quilting fabrics either from your own fabrics or by visiting your local quilt shop.
Browse through our collection of free quilting patterns and tutorials to inspire your next (or first!) quilt.
Basic Quilt Building Blocks
7 Ways to Make Half Square Triangles (HSTs) – Tips and Ideas
Half square triangles are basic quilt blocks that you may use alone or combined with other quilt blocks to make complex designs. Scroll to the end of this article to...
How to Make an Hourglass Quilt Block: Free Tutorial
Hourglass quilt blocks are also referred to as quarter square triangles. They are a basic quilt block you can use alone or combine with other blocks to form more intricate...
More Free Quilt Patterns
Quick and Easy Dog Quilt Block Pattern Tutorial
Dog lover? This simple dog face quilt block comes together quickly with half square triangle and solid fabric blocks! Add your personal touch with embroidery or appliqué and give your…
Cracker Quilt Block Pattern: Free Tutorial
The Cracker quilt block pattern is a variation of the square in a square pattern. The center square is a set of three strips of fabric. It was first published…
Bow Tie Quilt Block Pattern: Free Tutorial
The Bow Tie quilt block is a classic quilt block found in many traditional quilts. In this article, I'll show you the traditional way of making the block with templates…
Hidden Wells Quilt Block Pattern and Tutorial
The Hidden Wells quilt block pattern is super fun (and easy) to make. You start with four strips of fabric all the same width and sew them together. Cut some…
How to Make a Modern Mosaic Quilt Block: Free Pattern
The Modern Mosaic quilt block uses three fabrics to create a pattern that moves across your quilt, similar to a tile mosaic pattern. It is put together only using half…
Cat Quilt Block Pattern: Free Tutorial
Whether you are a cat owner or not, you'll have fun with this simple cat quilt block pattern! Perfect for beginner quilters, this cat face quilt block comes together quickly.…
Confetti Quilting: Art Quilts from Scrap Fabric
Improvisational piecing results in original fiber art design that evolves piece by piece. The quilt is pieced on my home sewing machine and hand quilted.
Popular Quilt Patterns and Blocks; Ideas for Quilts
There are an infinite number of quilt patterns. Some are more popular than others. Maybe it's because they are easy, maybe they have been around for hundreds of years, maybe…