Top 15 Free Easy Quilting Patterns for Beginners (+10 Bonus Patterns For Sale)

Designer: Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

If you’re a nature lover or a beach lover, Seaside Quilt will give you that nostalgic feeling you want to experience! Designed by Jamie Sanders, the use of jelly-roll strips created various colored blocks that will later form the impression of a diamond inside a square. Additionally, the water’s color palettes completed the beach’s ambiance.

Designer: Agnes Martin

Inspired by the modern designs of Agnes Martin, this beginner-friendly Watercolor Quilt embodies the elegance of its stripe designs. The 2-inch strips of soft colors bring out the inherent sophistication of the fabrics sewed together. The finished size measures 50 inches square.

Designer: Melissa Corry of Happy Quilting Melissa

This colorful Shine Quilt is the missing decoration you need to add bright colors to your home. The use of a square-shaped jelly roll that alternates geometric patterns birthed two designs of diamonds and crosses. The quilt’s designer is Melissa Corry of Happy Quilting Melissa, and it is perfect for beginners. The finished quilt measures 66 inches x 82 inches.

Designer: Jamie Sanders of Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

Don’t be fooled by the intricate patterns of the Diamond Snowball quilt. At first glance, it’s too complex and complicated to sew, but this quilt is very easy to recreate! The quilt blocks are designed to trick the eye, using half-square triangles sewed on the corners to create an octagon shape. This design is created by Jamie Sanders and has two sizing options.

Finished quilt measures:

• Lap size – 47 inches by 57 inches
• Twin size – 76 inches by 95 inches

Designer: Andy Smart from Diary of a Quilter

The Strawberry Fields Bricks Quilt is quick and simple to recreate. Its pattern per six rows of rectangles is similar to the look and shape of a band-aid. It’s appropriate to be used as a bed cover or a blanket! Andy Smart creates it from Diary of a Quilter. The finished quilt measures 63 inches x 84 inches.

Designer: Janelle MacKay

The Asymmetrical Wedding quilt is the perfect choice for lovers of all ages. With its half-square triangles, you can easily sew this yourself! The designs and patterns are pleasing to the eyes, bringing comfort between two lovers. This beginner-friendly design is crafted by Janelle MacKay. The finished quilt approximately measures 54 inches x 69 inches.

Designer: Melissa Mortenson

If your kids love celebrating Halloween, then this Large Hexagon Quilt should be your next quilting project! Sticking to the colors of Halloween, blacks, oranges, and whites bring out the ambiance of Halloween the hexagon shapes represents. What’s splendid about this quilt is that anyone can sew this pattern! Additionally, it’s easy to recreate this quilt. This is designed by Melissa Mortenson. The finished quilt measures 40 inches wide x 60 inches tall.

Designer: Purl Soho

The Tiny Tile Quilt is a classic. It gives the vibes of the 80s or 90s because of its muted colors and the skillful play of the squares. The use of little squares, corner by corner and row by row, gives the impression of the intricate placement of the little diamonds. The pattern originated from the designs of Purl Soho.The finished quilt measures approximately 54 inches x 84 inches.

Designer: Simple Simon and Company

Designed by Simple Simon and Company, Peaches and Cream Quilt Pattern will capture your heart and soul with its stunning colors and patterns. There are six rows in which the three different sizes are alternating. The use of pastel colors makes it even more pleasing to the eyes because it is satisfying to look at. The finished quilt measures 62 inches x 62 inches.

Designer: Melissa Corry from Happy Quilting for U-create Crafts

Discover a sleek and contemporary quilting project in the form of the Refracted Quilt pattern. Inspired by the way light refracts through a prism, this quilt tutorial by Melissa Corry from Happy Quilting for U-create Crafts offers easy-to-follow steps and detailed photos. Whether you’re excited to shop for a new fat quarter bundle or prefer using fabrics from your stash, this quilt project allows for creative flexibility. Keep this free tutorial bookmarked in your web browser for easy access. The finished quilt measures a generous 85 inches by 85 inches, and it’s a perfect choice for quilters of all skill levels.

Designer: Andy Knowlton of A Bright Corner

The Framed Squares Quilt pattern is an excellent choice for showcasing fabrics with stunning large prints. This straightforward and speedy design, crafted by Andy Knowlton of A Bright Corner, spotlights the Flutter and Float fabric collection by Ana Davis for Blend fabrics. Andy’s clever use of these prints in square block centers ensures that the fabric’s beauty shines through and garners admiration. Whether you’re looking to create a signature quilt, a memorable wedding gift, or a cherished memory quilt, this pattern offers versatility and charm. The finished quilt measures a generous 57 inches by 67 inches.

Designer: Bonnie Vangool for Windham Fabrics

The Here and There Squares Quilt, thoughtfully designed by Bonnie Vangool for Windham Fabrics, is a creative masterpiece featuring the Uppercase fabric collection by Janine Vangool. This eye-catching quilt boasts a final size of 96 x 96 inches, making it a striking addition to any space. Crafted from half-square triangle units meticulously arranged to form captivating squares, it’s a testament to precision and style. The Uppercase Publishing photo source provides a glimpse into the quilt’s aesthetic charm. Whether displayed or cuddled under, this quilt is a tribute to the artistry of quilting.

Designer: Mary Helen Schiltz for  American Patchwork & Quilting Editors

On the Fly, a delightful quilt pattern thoughtfully crafted by Mary Helen Schiltz for American Patchwork and Quilting, takes inspiration from the great outdoors. Fins, feathers, and fur are meticulously fussy-cut from nature-themed fabrics, adding a touch of wildlife charm to this cozy flannel throw. With warm, earthy colors, it’s the perfect creation for an outdoor enthusiast. The finished quilt measures 47 by 70 inches, making it an inviting addition to any rustic setting. Embrace the beauty of the wilderness with this nature-inspired quilt, ideal for those who cherish the great outdoors.

Designer: Valori Wells for Robert Kaufman Fabrics

Dive into a world of vibrant hues with Colored Happy, a free quilt pattern expertly crafted by Valori Wells and showcasing the stunning Kona Cotton Solids fabric collection. With a final size of 60 inches by 60 inches, this quilt invites you to unleash your creativity. The pattern guides you through organizing your pieces by color groups, resulting in beautifully coordinated 12-inch finished blocks. As you join these blocks together, a striking throw quilt comes to life, ready to infuse your space with a joyful burst of color. Explore the endless possibilities of color play with Colored Happy.

Designer: Alison Glass for Andover Fabrics

Experience the artistic beauty of the Cobblestone II Quilt, a free quilt pattern designed by Alison Glass, featuring her Handcrafted fabric collection in collaboration with Andover Fabrics. With a finishing size of 60 inches by 70 inches, this quilt showcases bright and bold prints that exude a charming, hand-dyed aesthetic. The oversized quilting stitches further enhance the handmade appeal of this creation. What sets this strippy quilt apart is its unique construction method for the columns, making it a delightful and engaging project for quilters seeking a creative challenge. Revel in the artistry of the Cobblestone II Quilt.

Designer: Primrose Cottages

The Mayberry Quilt Pattern is the perfect addition to your love of aesthetics. Its pleasing and soft colors bring out a relaxing aura in everyone. The use of the layering technique created a seeming butterfly shape. It has three size options, including a table topper (20 inches x 20 inches), a small throw (53 inches x 53 inches), and a large throw (75 inches x 75 inches).

Designer: Karin Pudenz of Blue Pip Designs

Zephyr looks like a complicated pattern because of its sharp edges. Don’t be fooled by this intimidating design! It is easy to recreate. Designed by Karin Pudenz, the Zephyr quilt has a clever assembly of the pieced rails to create an amazing pinwheel pattern.

Designer: Kristin Rauch of Woolly Petals

If you want to match your wooden floor pattern with your preferred quilt, Floored Quilt is the best choice you have. Its design employed the use of two squares, forming an overlapping octagon and X’s pattern. With this beginner-friendly quilt, you can play with the different colors of your choice of fabrics. This design belongs to Kristin Rauch. The finished quilt is measured 60 inches x 72 inches.

Designer: Julie Hirt

For individuals who love to watch starry skies or wish upon stars, this beginner-friendly Carpenter Star quilt will give you that moment. Its resemblance to evening stars is composed of rectangles, squares, and triangles that form a large star at the center. The finished quilt measures 48 inches squared.

Designer: Annie’s Craft Store

Perfect for the hands of beginner and experienced quilters alike, Take-Two Quilt Pattern is a fun and friendly quilt to sew. Using jelly-roll, the rectangles create a seeming square-pattered shape between spaces. It resembles a checkered handkerchief or a polo shirt. The mixture of neutral and muted colors gives off the perfect vibe of the 80s or 90s trendy color palette. Another design from Annie’s craft store, the finished quilt has two size options:

• Take One – 64 inches x 76 inches
• Take Two – 60 inches x 72 inches

Designer: Amanda of Prairie Quilt Co

This astonishing Starflower design will surely remind you of flowers of different varieties blooming under the sun. It highlights the alternating flower designs with two different colors that promote the flowers’ diversity. This summery-vibe pattern comes with three sizing options:

Finished quilt measures:

• Baby – 35 inches x 35 inches
• Small Throw – 53 inches x 70 inches
• Large Throw – 70 inches x 70 inches

Designer: Allison Harris of Cluck Cluck Sew

The clover designs of Clover Quilt is an eye-grabbing, one-of-a-kind throw perfect for wall designs or a security blanket for children. The clover designs consisted of various equal-sized colors and abstract and symmetrical patterns. Clover Quilt was created by Allison Harris of Cluck Cluck Sew, and is recommended for beginners to sew! It comes with four sizing options:

Finished quilt measures:

• Crib – 42 inches x 52 ½ inches
• Throw – 63 inches x 73 ½ inches
• Twin – 73 ½ inches x 94 ½ inches
• Queen 94 ½ inches x 94 ½ inches.

Designer: Kassi Simpson of Simpson Designs Studio

The Floral Squares Quilt by Kassi Simpson of Simpson Designs Studio offers a beginner-friendly pattern that creates a beautiful floral theme using simple squares and rectangles. Available in four sizes—Crib (36″ x 45″), Throw (54″ x 72″), Queen (90″ x 99″), and King (99″ x 108″)—this quilt pattern is perfect for anyone looking to craft a lovely, floral-inspired piece that adds a touch of nature’s beauty to any room, from cozy nurseries to elegant master bedrooms.

Designer: Solomae of Cuddle Cat Quiltworks

The Big Easy quilt pattern by Solomae of Cuddle Cat Quiltworks features large blocks, making it a quick project ideal for showcasing your favorite fabrics in their full glory. Suitable for beginners and fat quarter friendly, this pattern provides an enjoyable quilting experience with a generous finished size of 65″ X 72″. It’s the perfect choice for quilters who want to create a striking piece without cutting into those precious fabrics.

Designer: Sterling LaBosky of Sterling Quilt Company

The Take Me to the Magic quilt pattern, designed by Sterling LaBosky of Sterling Quilt Company, offers a delightful journey into quilting with its clear and detailed instructions, complemented by colorful images. This pattern caters to beginners and seasoned quilters, accommodating layer cake or charm pack fabrics for versatility. Its finished size of 76″ x 76″ creates a generous lap quilt. For a playful twist, the design allows you to feature either a boy mouse or a girl mouse, or even both for a reversible quilt, doubling the magic and fun.

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