Tessellating Fish Paper Pieced Quilt Pattern

Category:

Quilting

Type:

Other

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

• basic paper piecing skills

Pattern Description:

A tessellation is a design where a shape (like this cute paper pieced fish) can be repeated and interlocked like a puzzle, with no spaces between the shapes. This pattern will show you how to make a quilt of any size covered in these little fish. A great design for using up lots of colorful scraps!

The PDF Tessellating Fish paper pieced quilt pattern contains clearly labeled pattern sections & instructions to sew the design in a range of sizes. The pattern pieces as given make a 3" x 5-3/4" (7.6 x 14.6 cm) fish; for other sizes, use the handy percentages chart to enlarge or reduce the pattern to your desired size.

Add 3-dimensional fins using prairie points, which is a fun detail for baby quilts and wall hangings. Alternatively, paper piece them or leave them off if you prefer. The eyes may be embroidered or painted with fabric paints; beads or buttons can also be used on projects destined for children older than 3 years.

A coloring page is also provided for you to experiment with your own color schemes and variations before cutting into your precious fabrics. I happily provide email support for questions with sewing the pattern.

The design of quilts using this block is limited only by your imagination. Unfortunately, I cannot provide further support regarding the design, instructions, and yardage for entire quilts using this block -- that's where your creativity kicks in!

Basic paper piecing instructions are not included. For personal use only.