Celebrate National Quilting Day With Our Favorite Free Patterns!

Did you know that March 15th is National Quilting Day? Take the time to celebrate by spending some quality time with your sewing machine.

In honor of National Quilting Day, we’ve rounded up our favorite FREE quilting patterns, available right here on Craftsy!

Free Star Quilting - pattern available on Craftsy.comPhoto via Craftsy member Melissa Corry

Stars

This stunning quilt consists of six different star pattern blocks. Create six of each block to make the large, queen-sized quilt pictured! Use a Fat Quarter bundle to create a cohesive look, or pull out your scraps to mix it up.

Free Numerals Craftsy Quilt Pattern - available on Craftsy.comPhoto via Craftsy member Maritza Soto

Numerals Blueprint

Are you a math lover? You should give the Numerals Blueprint quilt a try! Use your favorite fabric scraps to piece each number, and pair those brights prints with a crisp white solid for a contemporary look. Each number block measures 12 inches tall and varies in width.

Plaid Quilt - Free Pattern available on Craftsy.comPhoto via Craftsy member No Hats

Plaid {Math}

Plaid is consistently a popular print and design for clothes and goods. Now you can make your own plaid quilt! A large range of quilt sizes is included in this versatile pattern, with the smallest measuring 14” and the largest measuring 126”. Pay careful attention to color value (lights/mediums/darks) when choosing fabrics.

Abstract Dreams - Free Quilt Pattern available on CraftsyPhoto via Skalabara

Abstract Dreams

Forty-eight Log Cabin blocks joined with sashing and cornerstones are used to make the Abstract Dreams quilt. This project is full of 8” x 8” blocks and measures 58” x 77” when finished.

Free Star Bright Quilt - Pattern available on Craftsy.comPhoto via Craftsy member swimbikequilt

Star Bright

Here is a beginner-friendly quilt that can be sewn up in no time! The Star Bright pattern will show you how to make a baby or throw-size quilt. Do you have any Charm Packs and Layer Cakes lying around? They will work perfectly for this project!

Granny Square Quilt Pattern - available for Free on Craftsy.com
Photo via Craftsy member Notes of Sincerity

Large Granny Square

Do you love granny square afghans? Use this pattern to make a quilt version! A Layer Cake plus a Charm Pack and a background solid are all you need to make this charming quilt.

Paper Pieced Pillow - Free Pattern available on Craftsy.com
Photo via Craftsy member Simply Cotton

Mini Trajectory

Maybe you’d like to celebrate National Quilting Day with a quilted pillow! This eye catching pillow is made of 3” paper-pieced blocks. The overall project measures 18”, just right for the couch or bed.

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One Response to “Celebrate National Quilting Day With Our Favorite Free Patterns!”

  1. Christine Eason

    Love free ideas