Queen-size quilts are probably the largest size of quilts that most quilters attempt to make. Usually sized around 80" x 90", it can seem daunting to know where to start to make a quilt that size.
[caption id="attachment_247712" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Crimson Rose Quilt Kit[/caption]
Check out these ideas to help you make a queen-size quilt.
Simple patchwork
The quickest and most simple way to make any size quilt is to use your favorite fabric precuts to make a classic patchwork quilt. Just two 42-piece layer cakes will create an 85" square quilt using a 9-by-9 layout of the 10" squares!
For a bit more interest, add some sashing between your squares. This is a good option if your layer cake has less than 42 pieces, or if you want a bit of breathing space between busy or similar prints as it provides a place for eyes to rest.
Add a border
[caption id="attachment_247714" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Simply Dashing Quilt Kit[/caption]
Sometimes you might find the perfect pattern, but it does not provide a queen-size option. If you're mathematically inclined, you may be able to upsize the pattern yourself. But an equally valid option is to add a border.
Adding a border does not just have to be more of the background fabric, or a solid. Make the most of the opportunity to use up some scraps from the project and create a pieced border! And remember, if you need an extra 10" of width, that means 5" on each side for a total of 10", not 10" on each side, so the scraps don't need to be too wide.
A second border option is to double it up and add two borders — one skinnier and one wider. Using a solid as the skinny border and then a large-scale print for the wider border will help to let the print stand on its own apart from the blocks in the center of the quilt.
Negative space
[caption id="attachment_247715" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Serendipity Quilt Kit[/caption]
If you're anything like me, chances are you have a few lone blocks lying around from a project you started but never did get around to finishing off. These don't need to be turned into a little baby quilt, just add a large amount of solids to bring it up to a queen-size quilt! The negative space created will both show off your blocks in an interesting way, but also provide a great playground for practicing your free-motion quilting.
Utilizing negative space can also create a calmer quilt for your bedroom if a full design may seem too busy for your decor.
With these three quick and easy ways to make a queen-size quilt, you no longer need to be daunted by the measurements!
More queen-size quilt inspiration
Go big with blocks
[caption id="attachment_247716" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Cottage Garden Quilt Kit[/caption]
Use super-sized quilt blocks to get to the queen-size measurements quicker!
On repeat
[caption id="attachment_247717" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Morning Star Quilt Kit[/caption]
Use your favorite quilt block over and over again to create an effective quilt design.
Pick pre-cuts
[caption id="attachment_247718" align="alignnone" width="650"]
Spinner Majest Mixer Quilt[/caption]
There are plenty of pre-cut friendly patterns for queen-size quilts, like the Spinner Majest Quilt kit, which uses Fat Quarters.
no
where can i purchase the patterns?
I like to Become a member