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Browse my free quilt patterns to find oodles of projects for quilters of all skill levels, beginning to advanced. Master Lists, in the top category, include patterns grouped by type: entire quilts, quilt block patterns, rag quilts, easy quilts and much more. You'll find hundreds of quilt patterns and tutorials on About.com Quilting, including string quilt instructions, paper piecing quilt patterns and instructions for other quilting methods.
  1. Quilt Patterns Archives
  2. Scrap Happy Sampler Quilt
  3. Baby Quilt Patterns
  4. Star Quilt Patterns
  5. Beginning Quilter Patterns
  6. Learn a Technique
  7. Christmas Quilt Patterns
  8. Rag Quilt Patterns
  9. Big Quilt Block Patterns
  1. Basket Quilt Block Patterns
  2. Flowers & Leaves & More
  3. Pinwheel Quilt Patterns
  4. All-Time Favorite Quilt Blocks
  5. Bug Jar Quilts, Lanterns and More
  6. Valentine's Day Quilt Patterns
  7. Quick Projects
  8. Quilt Block Patterns Sorted by Size
  9. Take a Quilting Quiz

Quilt Patterns Archives

Quilt Patterns

Each of these links takes you to archives of free quilt patterns, condensed into documents that group a specific type of quilt block or quilt pattern. All of my quilt patterns are accompanied by illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Many of my quilt block and quilt patterns include directions for multiple sizes.

Scrap Happy Sampler Quilt

Swamp Angel Quilt Block Pattern

I began releasing quilt block patterns for the Scrap Happy Sampler quilt in late 2010. The quilt will include a total of twelve blocks, with layout options released after all of the blocks have been stitched. Use the patterns to follow along and make the sampler, or for any other quilt you'd like to design. All Scrap Happy quilt blocks finish at 12-inches square.

Baby Quilt Patterns

Broken Dishes Baby Quilt Pattern

Baby quilt patterns are always popular destinations on the Quilting Web site. You'll find a pretty wide variety of quilt sizes here, some suitable for crib quilts and others a bit larger so that toddlers and young children can grow into them. And like all of my other patterns, the baby quilt patterns are always free.

Star Quilt Patterns

I probably get more requests for star quilt patterns than for any other type of quilt. It's a good thing there are so many different kinds of star quilts that I could write patterns for them daily for the next year and still not finish them all. Here are some star blocks and star quilts to get you started.

Beginning Quilter Patterns

Double Four Patch Quilt Pattern

Your first quilt should be one that's not too difficult -- but not too easy. It should be just right, a project that you'll finish with ease, and something that will make you say "I'm ready for the next one!"

Learn a Technique

Use one of these tutorials to make a quilt using a specific technique.

Christmas Quilt Patterns

Christmas themed quilt projects. Many projects are versatile -- change the fabric theme to make them work for other seasons.

Rag Quilt Patterns

Here are some direct links to rag quilt patterns, including Cathedral Windows, Four Patch and more.

Big Quilt Block Patterns

Big quilt blocks can be used in lots of ways. Sew one at the center of a medallion quilt. Use a big quilt block to make a small wallhanging. Throw one over the back of a chair or on a small table. Use them together to make a bed quilt. Stitch a big quilt block the next time you need to make a quick project.

Basket Quilt Block Patterns

Sew a batch of baskets to represent flowers and foliage from any season of the year, or don't worry about realism at all -- just choose fabrics you love.

Flowers & Leaves & More

Some floral and leaf pattern quilt blocks are intricate, but the majority are easier to assemble than you might guess at first glance.

Pinwheel Quilt Patterns

I've had fun with with quilt block patterns lately, and until I started writing batches of instructions I didn't realize how many quilt block variations can be classified as pinwheels. All of these pretty pinwheels are easy to assemble.

All-Time Favorite Quilt Blocks

A selection of all-time-favorite patchwork quilt blocks. And the good news -- they're easy to assemble.

Bug Jar Quilts, Lanterns and More

Bug Jars and Lantern designs make fun quilt blocks, and so do things like houses, doggies and Ships at Sea.

Valentine's Day Quilt Patterns

Heart themed quilts and quilt blocks are perfect for Valentine's Day.

Quick Projects

These quick quilt projects are excellent choices when you need a gift, or anytime you want to get creative without devoting loads of time to actually finishing something.

Quilt Block Patterns Sorted by Size

Unequal Nine Patch Quilt Block Pattern

Do you need a quilt block pattern of a specific size? Try one of these libraries.

Take a Quilting Quiz

My quilting quizzes focus on information that will help you make a quilt. You'll see lots of designs (some are previews of patterns on the Quilting site), and get layout and design ideas to incorporate into your next project.

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