100+ Free Quilting Patterns: How to Quilt the Most Popular Projects
From star quilt patterns to scrap quilt patterns, there was no shortage of spectacular projects to keep your sewing machine humming this past year, and we've rounded up all your favorites in 100+ Free Quilting Patterns: How to Quilt the Most Popular Projects. Whether you're looking to get your hands on eye-catching paper piecing patterns or you're hunting down the best jelly roll patterns, our list includes a wide variety of free quilt patterns for sewists of all skill levels.
There's no need to search high and low for the best of the best, because we've got all your favorites right here. When it comes to quilt patterns, free is always better, right? We know what you like (and let us say, you've got great taste), so take a gander at our readers' faves from the past 365 days, and start adding these free quilt patterns to your exclusive list of projects to make for the coming year!
100+ Free Quilting Patterns: How to Quilt the Most Popular Projects
Table of Contents
Quilt Block Patterns
Star Quilt Patterns
Paper Piecing Patterns
Nine Patch Quilt Patterns
Rag Quilt Patterns
Quilts for Baby
Spring and Summer Quilt Patterns
Throws and Lap Quilts
Log Cabin Quilt Patterns
Jelly Roll Quilt Patterns
Scrap Quilt Patterns
Goodies, Gifts, and Quilted Home Decor
Quilt Block Patterns
Get your sewing machine warmed up with these free quilt block patterns. From classic old-world desings to a quilt block reminiscent of the high seas, you can certainly find something to love about this collection.
- Arizona Block
- A Stellar Charm Block
- Beach and Boots Quilt Block Pattern
- Bold and Beautiful Irish Chain Quilt Block
- Celtic Squares Block
- Disappearing 16 Patch Block
- Dutch Pinwheel
- Nautical Quilt Block Pattern
- Quilt As You Go Log Cabin Block
- Simple Seaside Quilt as You Go Block
Star Quilt Patterns
Not many patterns shine as brightly as these star quilt patterns. From a single quilt block to an entire quilt, there are plenty of free quilt patterns here that are as beautiful as the sky on a clear summer night.
- Daily Fields Star Quilt
- Starburst Quilt
- Scrappy Rainbow Star Quilt Block
- Twinkle Twinkle Scrappy Star
- Bright Hopes Star Block
- Builder's Star Quilt Block
- Star Flower Quilt Block
- Royal Star Quilt
- Smoky Mountain Stars Quilt
- Giant Vintage Starflower Quilt
Paper Piecing Patterns
Create stunning and precise quilts with these paper piecing patterns. Whether you're looking to take on traditional English paper piecing or you'd like ideas for new designs to try, these free quilt patterns are a great way to stretch and grow your skills as a quilter.
Check out these 11 Best Free Hexagon Quilt Patterns for inspiring and intriguing quilted projects featuring angular hexagon shapes.
Nine Patch Quilt Patterns
Even veterans of quilting will be impressed with these nine patch quilt patterns. You don't have to be a magician to create a quilt block that drops jaws, but projects like the Magician's Disappearing 9 Patch are a great ace to have up your sleeve.
- Crazy Nine Patch
- I Spy Disappearing Nine Patch
- Groves of Gardens Nine Patch Quilt
- Magician's Disappearing 9 Patch
- Reverse Magic Nine Patch
- Split Nine Patch Quilt Block Pattern
Rag Quilt Patterns
There's no denying that rag quilt patterns make for comfy, cozy finished projects that are wonderful snuggling companions. Beautiful, adaptable, and thrifty, these free quilting patterns should be a part of every quilter's collection.
- Fuss Free Rag Quilt
- Quick and Cuddly Rag Quilt
- Easiest Thrifty Rag Quilt
- Adaptable Rag Quilt
- Beautiful Baby Rag Quilt
Quilts for Baby
There's nothing better than taking the time to create a thoughtful, heartfelt gift for the newest addition to the family. These quilts for baby are some of the most beloved and popular projects among our readers, and it's easy to see why.
- Afternoon Six and a Half Dozen Baby Quilt Pattern
- A Hundred Hugs Baby Quilt
- All-Star Charm Quilt
- Animal Pens Baby Quilt
- Baby Bricks Quilt
- Baby's Day Out Quilt
- Baby Steps Cuddle Quilt
- Down Home Chevron Baby Quilt
- Quick Triangles Baby Quilt
- Rainbow Star Quilt Tutorial
- Scatter Sunshine Baby Quilt
- Simple Stripes Beginner Quilt
- Sixteen Patch Baby Quilt
- Starry Skies Baby Quilt
- Striped Chevron's Baby Quilt Tutorial
- Sunny Crib Quilt
- Sweet Dreams Baby Quilt
- Tetris Baby Quilt
- Vintage Hankie Quilt for Baby
- Butterflies a Flutter Baby Quilt Pattern
Download your copy of our free eBook, 14 Easy Baby Quilt Patterns for Boys and Girls and learn how to quilt adorable, easy baby quilts.
Spring and Summer Quilt Patterns
When spring is in the air, there's no better time to clean out that craft room and create some bright, bold projects with these spring and summer quilt patterns.
- Cathedral Windows in Springtime
- Flutterby Butterfly Garden
- Church Picnic Quilt
- Ravishing Rail Picnic Quilt
- Summer Garden Quilt
- Beachy Baby Strip Quilt
- Strip and Flip Quilt
- Postage Stamp Sticker Quilt
Throws and Lap Quilts
As a quilter, you're probably known among your friends for having a keen eye for style. There's no better way to show off your effortlessly good tastes than with this collection of throws and lap quilts. From charm pack quilt patterns to strip quilt patterns, there's no limit to the masterpieces you can create.
- 1930s Barn Raising Quilt
- Ah-mazing Improv Quilt
- Cool and Quick Triangle Quilt Pattern
- Easy Peasy Chevron Quilt Pattern
- Four Hour Lasagna Quilt
- Fresh Diamonds Quilt
- Misty Mountain Quilt Pattern
- Odd Block Stip Quilt
- Old Money Quilt
- Playing the Scales Pattern
- Raggedy Basketweave Quilt
- Stack of Bricks Charm Pack Quilt
- Stairway to Heaven Pastels Pattern
Log Cabin Quilt Patterns
Like many of our readers, log cabin quilt patterns are among our personal favorites. With so many ways to put your own spin on these quilt block patterns as well as the full quilts themselves, there are plenty of new and interesting ways you can make the same project new and different each and every time you try it. That's why we can't get enough of the free quilt patterns below.
- Oz's Log Cabin Quilt Pattern
- Quilt As You Go Log Cabin Block
- My Sunshine Log Cabin Quilt
- Two Tone Log Cabin Quilt Block
- Easy Log Cabin Quilt Block
- Barn Raised Log Cabin Quilt
- Pretty Pastels Log Cabin Baby Quilt
Jelly Roll Quilt Patterns
We love the polished look of jelly roll quilt patterns. Unlike the donut shop snacks, we've rounded up these jelly roll quilt patterns free of charge. Whether you're just learning how to make a quilt with jelly rolls or you simply love them as much as we do, we highly recommend trying your hand at any of these beautiful quilts.
- Race to the Finish Jelly Roll Quilt
- Cherry Jelly Roll Placemats
- In-n-Out Jelly Roll Quilt
- Sugar Almonds Jelly Roll Quilt Pattern
- Last Minute Jelly Roll Wedding Quilt
- Boxing Day Jelly Roll Quilt
- Jelly Roll Braid Quilt
Scrap Quilt Patterns
What to do, what to do with all those scraps from your other projects. It's not an unfamiliar dilemma, but as a quilter, you know your leftovers can produce some of the best and most beautiful quilts you'll ever make. These scrap quilt patterns are no different. Check out the innovative ways your peers have used their scraps, and put your own spin on these free quilt patterns.
- 11 Patch Scrap Quilt
- American Notebook Scrapbuster Strip Quilt
- Chippewa Scrap Quilt Pattern
- Crayon Box Quilt
- Stacks and Stacks of Scraps Quilt Block
- Scrapbuster Rail Fence Quilt Block
- Stack and Slash Quilt
Goodies, Gifts, and Quilted Home Decor
When you find yourself wanting to take a break from some of your larger projects, we've got some cute crafts that were among our readers' favorites this past year. With these goodies, gifts, and quilted home decor projects, you can whip up gifts for your loved ones as well as cute accents for your own home.