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This month, we’re excited to be squaring up and wrapping up the quilt top of our 11th Annual Charity Quilt, Moonbeams! It will be impossible to get bored when you’re piecing the Square-in-a-Square Border, and it’s always so rewarding to see all the blocks come together. For those of you who are putting the finishing touches on your Moonbeam cross stitch patterns, be sure to show them off and use the #MoonbeamsSAL on Instagram!

DOWNLOAD THE SQUARE-IN-A-SQUARE BORDER AND FINISHING PATTERN

The sixth pattern in this series will have you putting together a square-in-a-square border that will ...

The next blocks in our 2024 Moonbeams Quilt Along are the life of the party! This month, we’re growing our quilts with the Tree of Life Blocks. Don’t miss this month’s Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release as well at the end of this post!

DOWNLOAD THE TREE OF LIFE BLOCK PATTERNS

We’re living for our fifth pattern release, the Tree of Life Blocks! You’ll need to make two for the quilt. We’re sewing with the Strawberry Lemonade collection designed by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. To make one just like ours, pick up the ...

We’re thrilled to unveil the next blocks in our 2024 Moonbeams Quilt Along! This month, we’re sewing some celestial magic with the Wishing Star and Friendship Star Blocks. These blocks will add a twinkling touch to your quilt. Be sure not to miss the Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release as well!

DOWNLOAD THE WISHING STAR & FRIENDSHIP STAR BLOCK PATTERNS

We’re thrilled to present our fourth pattern release, the Wishing Star & Friendship Star Blocks! You’ll need to make two of each for the quilt. We’re sewing with the Strawberry Lemonade collection designed by Sherri & Chelsi for ...

We’re back with another Top 10 precut quilt pattern round up! This time, we’re diving into the versatile and beloved fat quarters. These 18″ x 22″ fabric pieces are perfect for quilters who love variety and flexibility in their projects. Whatever your quilting level, these patterns will inspire you to create something beautiful. Let’s get started!

1. Spangled Quilt Pattern

The Spangled Quilt by Kim Diehl almost sparkles and gleams with color. This rich quilt design works wonderfully with an assortment of contrasting light and dark prints for a star-studded affair, finishing at 60.5″ x 60 ...

We’ve prepared something Spooky & Sweet for Halloween! The Spooky & Sweet Mystery Quilt Along and Stitch Along is our 4th annual Halloween Quilt Along and Stitch Along with weekly free pattern releases and video tutorials for the quilt. Join Kimberly Jolly for this cute Halloween Mystery Quilt Along, as she shows you how to sew a new block each week. Peeking would spoil this sweet treat, so we won’t reveal the full quilt until the very last week!

Starting in June, we will release weekly quilt block video tutorials on our YouTube channel along with FREE quilt block and ...

It’s time for your coffee break! Our newest addition to the Shortcut Quilt Series, Layer Cake Latte, is here! You can start sewing Shortcut Quilts right away thanks to their easy designs using precuts! Our Shortcut Quilt patterns are always free and they come with a Fat Quarter Shop YouTube video tutorial.

The Layer Cake Latte Quilt Pattern

DOWNLOAD THE FREE LAYER CAKE LATTE QUILT PATTERN

Layer Cake Latte is a beginner friendly quilt designed in lap, crib, twin, and queen sizes. With just two Layer Cakes and some background fabric, you ...

We’re sewing our 11th Annual Charity Quilt, Moonbeams, and ready to make plenty of these peaceful blocks! Are you ready to sew up the next Moonbeams release? Be sure to read on for our third Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release as well.

DOWNLOAD THE PEACE & PLENTY BLOCK PATTERN

It’s our third pattern release, the Peace & Plenty Blocks! You’ll need to make four of these for the quilt. We’re sewing with the Strawberry Lemonade collection designed by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. To make one just like ours, pick up the Moonbeams Quilt Kit. You can also ...

We’re ready to start sewing our 11th Annual Charity Quilt, Moonbeams! We’re ready for our second pattern and it’s a star! We can’t wait to start sewing with you. Be sure to read on for our first Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release.

DOWNLOAD THE OHIO STAR BLOCKS PATTERN

It’s our second pattern release, the Ohio Star Blocks! You’ll need to make four of these for the quilt. We’re sewing with the Strawberry Lemonade collection designed by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. To make one just like ours, pick up the Moonbeams Quilt Kit ...

To celebrate Worldwide Quilting Day this year, we’ve collected some of our favorite free quilt patterns. They all have free video tutorials and most start with precuts. They’re all PDF downloadable patterns, so you can download them and get sewing!

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just beginning to thread your needle for the first time, these patterns range in difficulty, so there’s something for every quilter.

1. Jelly Roll Sizzle

This easy baby quilt is sure to make the top of your list for baby showers and nursery gifts! Jelly Roll Sizzle is a simple ...

We’re ready to start sewing our 11th Annual Charity Quilt, Moonbeams! Let’s get started on the first pattern and release the Doves! We can’t wait to start sewing with you. Be sure to read on for our first Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release.

DOWNLOAD THE DOVE BLOCKS PATTERN

The first pattern release is the Dove Blocks and they’re ready to fly! You’ll need to make two of these for the quilt. We’re sewing with the Strawberry Lemonade collection designed by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. If you’re sewing with something different, download the ...

We’re almost ready to start our 11th Annual Charity Quilt Along, Moonbeams! Our 2024 quilt for Make-A-Wish is a dream come true with its enchanting nightscape featuring nocturnal birds and blooms. It’s nearly time to start, so let’s gather our supplies and get ready!

To make a quilt just like this one, pick up the Moonbeams Quilt Kit and Moonbeams Pieced Backing Set, available only at Fat Quarter Shop. The Moonbeams quilt is 68.5″ x 80.5″ and is best for intermediate to experienced quilters. The kit comes with all the block and finishing patterns in ...

Let’s shake things up! Our newest addition to the Shortcut Quilt Series, Layer Cake Shake, is here! You can start sewing Shortcut Quilts right away thanks to their easy designs using precuts! Our Shortcut Quilt patterns are always free and they come with a Fat Quarter Shop YouTube video tutorial.

The Layer Cake Shake Quilt Pattern

DOWNLOAD THE FREE LAYER CAKE SHAKE QUILT PATTERN

Layer Cake Shake is a colorful quilt perfect for a beginner to sew. It is designed in two sizes, lap and queen. With a Layer Cake or two ...

The highly anticipated KONA Color of the Year for 2024 has arrived, and we’re thrilled to embark on a quilting adventure with it! Julep, a breathtaking green, can elevate any quilt project to refreshing heights. Armed with this newfound favorite Kona Cotton Solid, we’re looking forward to the new year.

Who can resist adding another versatile gem to their fabric collection? Robert Kaufman creates a standout shade for their KONA Cottons lineup every year, dubbing it the Color of the Year. They then craft free patterns and projects that showcase it and symbolize that particular year. Last year ...

Our 2024 quilt for Make-A-Wish is a dream come true! The Moonbeams quilt designed by Fat Quarter Shop explores an enchanting nightscape featuring nocturnal birds and blooms. We invite you to sew along with us from March to September, and can’t wait to start this quilt along with you next year!

Our Moonbeams Quilt and Cross Stitch Pattern benefit Make-a-Wish Central & South Texas. As we fly closer to our 11th Annual Charity Quilt Along, we continue to be amazed by the generosity of this sewing community and inspired by the stories of the children who have been granted life-changing ...

We are so excited to light up the next year and start sewing the Shine On Sampler Quilt with you! The Shine Bright Quilt and Stitch Along runs from November 2023 to October 2024. Are you ready to start stitching November 1?

The Shine Bright Sampler Quilt, measuring 68.5″ x 80.5″ is sure to make your favorite fabrics shine even brighter with it’s beautiful blocks. Gather the necessary supplies, including the Shine Bright Sampler Quilt Kit and Backing Set, on the Shine Bright Quilt and Stitch Along Supplies Page!

The Shine Bright Sew Along Schedule

The sew ...

As we find ourselves in the coziest crafting time of the year, we’ve gathered our top seven Fall quilt patterns for you to sew this year. From symbols of the season to classic designs reimagined, there’s sure to be a quilt to catch your eye!

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just beginning to thread your needle for the first time, these patterns range in difficulty, so there’s something for every quilter.

1. Pumpkin Patched Quilt from Scrappiness is Happiness by Lori Holt

Dive into the world of creative quilting with Lori Holt’s Scrappiness is ...

For a handful of years, the fantastic organization Quilts of Valor has captured our hearts and inspired us to support this worthy cause. A Quilt of Valor (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt awarded to a Service Member or Veteran who has been touched by war. We donate to the Quilts of Valor Foundation each year, and we designed a free quilt pattern that meets the QOV standards called William’s Honor in remembrance of Kimberly’s father, who served in the National Guard.

When one of our longtime staff members said she would like to sew and award a ...

Give me five! 5″ squares of fabric, that is. I have collected some of my favorite charm pack-friendly quilt patterns to share with you today. Are you ready to see my top ten charm pack quilt patterns?

Charm Packs are 5″ squares that are small and affordable but can make amazing quilts. I’ve chosen 10 patterns from different designers that show a variety of styles for this awesome fabric precut. All these quilts listed below are available in paper and PDF versions, and if you’d like to see the full video of my picks, read on.

1. Knot ...

We’re so excited to share all the details on the Seasonal Stitchy Stars Patterns for both quilting and cross stitch. Be sure to read all the way to the end for some exciting NEW quilt along information!

Get ready to dive into a world of starlight with the Stitchy Stars Patterns! Designed by Lori Holt, this cross stitch pattern was originally designed in summer colors, the pattern now includes three additional color stories, but that’s not all! If you’re captivated by the Stitchy Stars Cross Stitch Pattern, you’ll be thrilled to discover the Seasonal Stitchy Stars ...

Greetings, friends! This year’s Bountiful Charity Quilt Along is almost finished – what an accomplishment! We’re ready to wrap things up with the backing pattern, and look forward to seeing all your completed quilts soon. Be sure to read to the end of the post for our sixth Bountiful Charity Cross Stitch release and information about this year’s charity quilt raffle!

DOWNLOAD THE BACKING PATTERN

The sixth and final pattern release is the Bountiful Backing Pattern! We’re sewing with the Sunwashed collection by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics. If you’re joining us late or sewing on ...