21+ Gorgeous Quilt Patterns
These traditional and modern quilts, along with fun quilted projects will inspire you to get out your sewing machine today.
Whether you've never made a quilt before or your home is covered in handmade quilting projects, finding new free quilt patterns is always inspiring.
This collection of 21+ Gorgeous Quilt Patterns (Free) includes pinwheel quilts like the Adorable Pinwheel Quilt. You'll also find smaller, less time-consuming quilting projects you can make for your home or as gifts.
Try some quilted coasters if you're looking for a quick quilting fix. Finally, this collection doesn't skimp on the traditional blanket quilts we all love to make.
The Belvedere Floral Quilt is a great example of a brilliant modern quilt pattern that can really spruce up your home and add a pop of color to an otherwise dull room.
Yes, quilts are time-consuming but they are also truly rewarding. Once you complete any of these pretty quilts, you'll find that you can create something beautiful and memorable.
This page will deliver free modern and traditional quilt patterns and quilt projects that you’ll find helpful and inspiring.
P.S. If you're a beginner, then be sure to read our ultimate guide on getting started with making quilts: How to Make a Quilt for Beginners.
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Easy Quilt (Block) Patterns
If you're just beginning to learn how to sew a quilt, and some of these projects seem a little intimidating, don't worry! Here are a bunch of easy quilt blocks and block quilts that are perfect for beginner sewists.
The easy-to-follow tutorial makes this quilt pattern perfect for beginners. It is also the perfect way to let loose if you are an experienced quilter tired of following strict patterns.
When you explore beginner sewing projects like this 36 Box Block Quilt, you don't only end up with a great blanket. Make a quilt that will help perfect basic skills such as layering and basting.
The Summer Quilt for Beginners is beautiful and easy to create. Choose bright fabrics for the season or get started on a holiday-themed quilt early.
This quilt's tiny size makes it faster to make and great for babies or American Girl dolls. Add on to this doll quilt pattern and make it the perfect size for an infant's first blankie.
Scrappy Flora Easy Quilt Tutorial
Grab that pretty fabric you've been dying to create with and let this free modern quilt pattern inspire you to quilt! You'll love the results.
This combination game and quilt will keep kids busy and smiling as they look for hidden objects. It's a fantastic first project and gift for little ones.
Pink Squares Patchwork Baby Quilt
Welcome a beautiful new baby girl into the world with this cozy, easy-to-make quilt that she'll cherish forever.
To The Nines! ~ A Pretty Block Of The Week Quilt
"The To The Nines! quilt is good project for a beginning quilter! There's nothing too complicated about the pattern!! I’m so excited to have this pattern ready for you!"
Miniature Bear's Paw Quilt Pattern
BONUS! The Barefoot Quilt is a great project for a beginning quilter. There's nothing too complicated about the pattern. This quilt can easily be made in a day or over the weekend!
Looking for even more quilt ideas? Check out our other quilt collection,45+ Easy Quilt Patterns for Beginners
Pinwheel Quilt Patterns
Who doesn't love a classic pinwheel quilt? This section includes a few of our favorites that we know you will adore. Each one has a unique look that gives it a lovely touch. Take a look and you'll probably want to make all four of them.
This scrappy, mini Pinwheel Party quilt is an easy pattern for a beginning quilter. Measuring just 12” x 12”, this quilt is the perfect size to decorate a shelf or table.
Pinwheel Tutorial Made with AccuQuilt
Before you tackle any of the new free quilt patterns, learn how to make fun half square triangle blocks that will give your quilt the pinwheel look.
This beautiful pinwheel quilt is perfect for outdoor summer events. With free pinwheel quilt patterns like this one, you'll be able to create lovely quilt yourself.
If you're in need of free pinwheel quilt patterns to create a special birthday or holiday gift, look no further than this super-cute quilt.
For a free quilt pattern that will teach you how to sew a quilt, check out this Cheery Vintage Pinwheel Quilt project. It makes a great gift, too.
Uniquely Traditional Quilt Patterns
Along with pinwheel quilt designs, this section offers even more of those classic quilts that everyone loves. However, most of these have a fun modern twist that you will appreciate. Quilters love to mix and match ideas and these free patterns have it all.
This colorful Butterfly Garden Quilt is a great way to use up all your fabric scraps. This free quilt pattern features a cute little butterfly and bright hexagons.
When you find free quilt patterns this creative you can't pass them up. Choose your favorite color of fabric and get to sewing; you'll love the results.
Featuring a beautiful design, this free modern quilt pattern will look great hanging on display in your home.
Make a pretty floral quilt you can be proud to say you created. With seven different kinds of fabric, make your quilt truly unique.
Layer Cake Disappearing 9 Patch
This Layer Cake Disappearing 9 Patch tutorial instructs you on how to construct a queen sized quilt that will look stunning as a bed spread.
BONUS! Quilted Projects
Short on time or wanting something quilted on a smaller scale? This section is just what you've been looking for. Find wine totes, coasters, diaper bags and more. These quilted creations are darling and must-makes, so take a look!
Use new free quilt patterns like this one to make a great hostess gift for a friend. You can even line the inside to keep the wine cold while in transit!
With lots of space and various compartments, you can keep everything organized in this handy bag.
Instead of purchasing generic coasters for your coffee table, make your own. These quilted coasters are cute and thrifty.
You can even use some free modern quilt patterns to make a cover for your favorite gadget.
Piece some complementary fabric together, frame it, and hang it on the wall! That's how easy it is to make quilted wall hangings with this beginner sewing project.
Baby blankets are a time-honored tradition when it comes to giving expecting parents a personalized baby gift, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait for someone to make you one. Find something you love from the bloggers we love among these16 Perfect Patterns for Baby Quilts
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gr8auntcyb29 89240 63
Sep 11, 2013
I'm trying to find the pattern for the pinwheel quilt. I really know need to know about a machine doing it. I don't have the machine, cannot afford it, and prefer to use my sewing machine. I just want the simple pattern!!!
Shannon G
Nov 25, 2012
The Scatter Sunshine quilt doesn't connect, love the look of this. Would like to be able to access the pattern. Please fix
wgrotton 7361531
Nov 15, 2012
i was browsing for some ideas but seems impossible.you have to order the book to even see some ideas.definately not my kind of browsing.
deborabradford 129 1453
Oct 23, 2012
I saw a really easy way to do the pinwheel quilt top yesterday on here. It was sew simple i may try it for my next Quilt. She bought per cut squares and sewed them all the way around then she used a ruler to make a line down the middle and used her cutter to cut it in the middle. then she ironed the small squares openedand then it was just a matter of pieceing them the right way and sewing them together. Really quite simple.
caeleanscloset 548 5800
Oct 30, 2011
It's called a Dresden Plate. I've found the easiest way to make one is to use the Easy Dresden Tool. Without it, my pieces wouldn't ever line up quite right. The tool comes with all the measurements you need for different sized blocks and walks you through piecing it all together. You should be able to find it at pretty much any fabric/quilting store for just a few dollars. Hope that helps!
Its Sew Hawaiian
Sep 11, 2011
Does anyone have the formula for a quilt that has a sunburst pattern that looks like men's ties laid in a circle. I can't find the name of the pattern.
aliciafernandez 73 04534
May 28, 2012
http://www.patternsfromhistory.com/colonial_revival/dresden-pattern.htm I hope that helps. Happy quilting!!
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