Free Patterns
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seasonal inspiration
Looking for something extra for Christmas or Easter?
Here´s a few ideas.
WINDY DAYS QUILT
●●● Challenging
You can really feel the breeze in this charming quilt, playfully blowing the girl’s hair and scarf and tossing leaves from the tree. The quilt has just one block, made in three different colourways, with the blocks separated by sashing. The fabrics are from the Windy Days, Chambray and Classic Basics collections. The block is a large one, 21in x 25.in (53.3cm x 64.8cm) unfinished, so it would be easy to make it for a matching cushion if you desire.
Finished Size
65in x 81in (165cm x 207cm)
UMBRELLA QUILT GREY
●● Moderate
This colorful quilt uses kaleidoscope blocks to create an umbrella shape within each block. There are four blocks, all made the same way but in different colorways. The blocks are sewn together in rows in an edge-to-edge layout, which forms an intriguing illusion of curves throughout the design. The fabrics used are from the Windy Days and Chambray collections.
Finished Size
54.in x 72.in (138.5cm x 184cm)
UMBRELLA QUILT SAND
●● Moderate
This colorful quilt uses kaleidoscope blocks to create an umbrella shape within each block. There are four blocks, all made the same way but in different colorways. The blocks are sewn together in rows in an edge-to-edge layout, which forms an intriguing illusion of curves throughout the design. The fabrics used are from the Windy Days and Chambray collections.
Finished Size
54.in x 72.in (138.5cm x 184cm)
WHIMSYQUILT BLUE
● Easy
This easy quilt is ideal for a beginner. It is made up of rectangles, sewn together into four units, which are then sewn together into a large block. The rectangles are big enough to show off the lovely Windy Days and Chambray fabrics.
Finished Size
57.in x 75.in (146cm x 192cm)
WHIMSYQUILT PINK
● Easy
This easy quilt is ideal for a beginner. It is made up of rectangles, sewn together into four units, which are then sewn together into a large block. The rectangles are big enough to show off the lovely Windy Days and Chambray fabrics.
Finished Size
57.in x 75.in (146cm x 192cm)
TOILETRY BAGS
●● Moderate
(Updated October 6th. Tip regarding zip.)
These lovely bags are so roomy that they are ideal for make-up or toiletries. They also look so smart that they make perfect gifts. Just three fabrics are used, and these are suggested, but of course you can use any Tilda fabrics.
Finished Sizes
Small: 6in x 3⅜in x 3⅜in (15cm x 8.5cm x 8.5cm)
Medium: 8in x 4.in x 4.in (20cm x 12cm x 12cm)
Large: 12in x 6.in x 6.in (30cm x 17cm x 17cm)
FLOWER WREATH QUILT YELLOW
●● Moderate
(Updated May 24th. Typo in material list.)
This beautiful quilt on a floral theme is easy to make and is the perfect way to show off pretty fabrics from the Gardenlife and Chambray collections. The classic circular wreath design will suit many rooms and decors, looking lovely wherever it is placed. It uses simple techniques and one basic block, so could be completed in quite a short time.
Finished Size
72½in x 78½in (184cm x 200cm)
FLOWER WREATH QUILT YELLOW
●● Moderate
(Updated May 24th. Typo in material list.)
This beautiful quilt on a floral theme is easy to make and is the perfect way to show off pretty fabrics from the Gardenlife and Chambray collections. The classic circular wreath design will suit many rooms and decors, looking lovely wherever it is placed. It uses simple techniques and one basic block, so could be completed in quite a short time.
Finished Size
72½in x 78½in (184cm x 200cm)
LAZY GARDENERS QUILT
● Easy
This is a really easy quilt, but so rewarding to make with such gorgeous fabrics. It is composed of simple Half-Square Triangle blocks made from fabrics from the Gardenlife and Chambray collections. The fabrics work together harmoniously and are arranged to form pleasing diagonal patterns across the quilt. The Gardenlife fabrics are so beautiful, with a wealth of botanical detail in the design that make each one a pleasure to use all on its own.
Finished Size
56½in x 74½in (143.5cm x 189cm)
Puddle Frog Quilt
●●● Challenging
What a fun quilt this is, filled with adorable little frogs that children and all those young at heart are sure to love. The fabrics are from the Gardenlife and Chambray collections, with a single-colour background to show off the frogs.
Finished Size
62½in x 74¾in (158.8cm x 189.9cm)
House in the Woods
●●● Challenging
(Updated August 27th. Typo in material list.)
This fresh and festive quilt is perfect to celebrate the winter season and is a wonderful introduction to Tilda’s new Chambray range of fabrics. It looks complicated but in fact the techniques used are very easy ones and the blocks build quickly. A small amount of appliqué for the hearts and the addition of some colourful buttons complete this enchanting quilt.
Finished Size
60in x 73in (152.5cm x 185.5cm)
hOUSE IN THE WOODS
●●● Challenging
This lovely pillow has been designed as a companion to the House in the Woods Quilt. The pillow uses just one of the blocks from the quilt and is fully described here. If desired, you could make more pillows using the other three block colourways from the quilt..
Finished Size
30½in x 13in (77.5cm x 33cm)
WINTER FUN Quilt pETROL
●●● Challenging
The piecing needed for this quilt is straightforward but needs concentration; however, you will be delighted with the results, as the design is filled with cute animals having a fun time on their sledges. There are four blocks – a fox, small hare, large hare and squirrel – with each block in two colourways. A little paper-pieced appliqué creates cheeks and noses, while the eyes are formed by French knots.
Finished Size
58¾in x 80½in (149.2cm x 204.5cm)
WINTER FUN Quilt GREY
●●● Challenging
The piecing needed for this quilt is straightforward but needs concentration; however, you will be delighted with the results, as the design is filled with cute animals having a fun time on their sledges. There are four blocks – a fox, small hare, large hare and squirrel – with each block in two colourways. A little paper-pieced appliqué creates cheeks and noses, while the eyes are formed by French knots.
Finished Size
58¾in x 80½in (149.2cm x 204.5cm)
SWIMMING GEESE SMALL Pillow
●●● Challenging
This pillow is so cute you are sure to want to make a whole collection of them using other fabrics from the Maple Farm range. The background fabric can be changed if you wish, as there are many lovely Tilda Solids to choose from.
Finished Size
20½in x 20in (52cm x 51cm)
PATCH TRACTOR QUILT
●●● Challenging
The tractor motif in this quilt is such fun to make and its realistic shape is created with just a few easy patchwork techniques. There is one basic block, made in three different colourways, using fabrics from the Tiny Farm, Meadow and Solid collections. Sashing separates the blocks, allowing each tractor its own space, while the solid background fabric showcases the blocks beautifully.
Finished Size
64½in x 76½in (164cm x 194.5cm)
FARMHOUSE QUILT
●● Moderate
This lovely quilt uses just one block, made up of three units sewn using simple patchwork techniques. The blocks, made in five different colourways to create a charming scrappy look, feature fabrics mainly from the Tiny Farm, Meadow and Solid collections.
Finished Size
60½in x 79½in (153.7cm x 202cm)
Buttercup basic quilt
● Easy
This scrappy-style quilt filled with pretty fabrics will always bring pleasure, no matter where it is placed in the home. The fabrics are from many of the Tilda Basics collections, which echo feed-sack and country fabrics that are sure to stand the test of time. It would be easy to create matching pillows for the quilt, or change the background color for a different look.
Finished Size
56½in x 74½in (143.5cm x 189cm)
Me and my Dog Quilt
●●● Challenging
Who could resist making this utterly charming quilt, with these trendy young girls and their oh-so-cute dogs? The girls are each sewn the same way but wear a different dress in Bon Voyage fabrics, which creates a fresh and colourful look.
Finished Size
55in x 75in (140cm x 190.5cm)
My dog Pillow
●●● Challenging
This irresistible pillow is a must-sew project – after all, who could resist these adorable little dogs? The pillow has been designed to be a companion to the Me and My Dog Quilt, but it’s perfect on its own too, whether sewn just for yourself, or your best buddy or a dog-loving friend
Finished Size
17¾in x 10½in (45cm x 26.7cm)
Flowerpot Quilt
●●● Challenging
This gorgeous quilt is sure to become a treasured heirloom that will stand the test of time. There are nine flowerpot blocks, all made the same way, except that the pot fabrics vary. The appliqué technique uses paper pieces as patterns. Some of the appliqué motifs are fussy cut to feature specific areas of the fabrics, which creates a charming realism to the quilt.
Finished Size
60½in x 74½in (153.7cm x 189.2cm)
Flowerpot Pillow
●●● Challenging
This pretty pillow is the perfect companion to the Flowerpot Quilt and uses the same fabrics (except for Fabrics 4 and 15). You could also make the pillow as a stand-alone project, and if you haven’t done any paper piece appliqué before, it’s the ideal project to practise this technique.
Finished Size
28½in x 20½in (72.4cm x 52cm)
MOsaic Butterflies Pillow
●● Moderate
If you have made the Mosaic Butterflies Quilt, there are two pillow designs that will make the perfect companions. One pillow has a blue background, like the quilt, while the other pillow has a red striped background. Both pillows are made the same way but with different fabrics.
Finished Size
20½in x 12in (52cm x 30.5cm)
Mosaic Birds Quilt
●● Moderate
This unusual quilt is quite easy to make with some careful measuring and machine piecing. It uses a patchwork block with two facing birds and two similar blocks with single birds. The birds are a lovely solid blue fabric, which makes their shapes stand out from the rest of the patchwork.
Finished Size
60in x 79½in (152.4cm x 202cm)
Mosaic Birds Pillow
●● Moderate
This pretty pillow has been designed to match the Mosaic Birds Quilt, but it would be a lovely project to make on its own, perhaps as a gift for a friend. It uses just one Double Bird block that is made in the same way as the quilt.
Finished Size
31in x 17½in (78.7cm x 44.5cm)
Adore you baby Quilt
●● Moderate
Making projects for the little ones in your life couldn’t be easier using the Mix and Match blocks. This small quilt uses a Bee block, Bird block and Flower block to create a very pretty quilt. The blocks are described and illustrated in the collection of Mix and Match blocks, so refer to these instructions. The quilt uses a lavender pink solid background and salmon for the bird beaks but other than that it is identical to the grey version of the quilt
Finished Size
37½in x 46in (95cm x 117cm)
Kimono Girls Quilt
●●● Challenging
Nine of the cutest little girls in kimonos are waiting to greet you in this lovely quilt. The blocks are all made the same way, but in nine different colourways. Simple sashing frames the blocks. Another version of this quilt in pretty blue and sage colours is available.
(revised version, updated February 5th, 2020)
Finished Size
62in x 78½in (157.5cm x 199.4cm)
Flower and Bees Quilt
●● Moderate
This pretty quilt is an easy design to make as it uses just two blocks – a Flower block and a Bee block, with fabrics mainly from the Happy Campers and Meadow Basics collections. The blocks are fully described and illustrated in the collection of Mix and Match blocks, so refer to these instructions. The quilt has a background of soft grey but you could change this to one of the other Tilda solid fabrics if you prefer.
Finished Size
62½in x 80½in (159cm x 204.5cm)
Flower Meadow Quilt
●● Moderate
This is another lovely quilt that uses the Mix and Match blocks, in this case a Flower block, a Leaf block and a Bird block. The blocks are fully described and illustrated in the collection of Mix and Match blocks, so refer to the instructions. The fabrics used for this quilt are mainly from the Happy Campers and Meadow Basics collections. It has a background of soft mauve (thistle) but you could change this to one of the other Tilda solid fabrics if you prefer.
Finished Size
62½in x 80½in (159cm x 204.5cm)
Mix and Match Blocks
Four really useful patchwork blocks have been created for you to make a wide range of lovely items. There is a flower, a leaf, a bee and a bird for you to play with. Including their borders, the motifs all create blocks of the same size, 13in x 12in (33cm x 30.5cm), so it is easy to combine them and mix and match to your heart’s content. To provide ideas to get you going we have designed some quilts using these blocks – the Flower Meadow Quilt, the Flowers and Bees Quilt and the Adore You Baby Quilt. The quilts use fabrics mostly from the Happy Campers and Meadow Basics collections but you could easily use fabrics from other Tilda ranges
Soft Star Quilt
●● Moderate
Just two patchwork blocks are used for this lovely quilt, both with the same layout but with a different balance of fabrics. There are two other versions of this quilt – a lilac/blue and a red/grey – see www.tildasworld.com for the free patterns.
Finished Size
58¼in x 73in (148cm x 185.4cm)
Scrap Angel Quilts
●●● Challenging
The sweetest angels with rosy cheeks and plump hair buns adorn this beautiful quilt. The blocks are framed by simple sashing. Another version of this quilt is available from www.tildasworld.com, in soft teal and lilac colours.
Finished Size
53in x 74in (134.6cm x 188cm)
Brave tin soldier Quilt
●●● Challenging
This charming quilt is based on the poignant Hans Christian Andersen story of a steadfast one-legged tin soldier, who falls in love with a pretty ballerina. There are just two blocks in the quilt but the various parts of each block require many pieces to build up the various motifs that play a part in the story. Close attention to the diagrams and careful measuring will help you make a quilt that is sure to be treasured for years.
Finished Size
59in x 78in (150cm x 198cm)
Cosy stripe Pillow
● Easy
The striped design used for the Cosy Stripe Quilt can be adapted easily to make some large floor cushions and a version with blue Tea Towel Basics fabrics is described here, but you could also make a companion pillow by changing the sashing to teal colours.
Finished size 32in x 30in (81.3cm x 76.2cm).
Plum Quilt
●● Moderate
A single block in four different colourways and some paper piece appliqué is all that it takes to make this pretty quilt in soft peach, plum, blue and nutmeg colours. The curves needed to create the plums are quite easy to piece with the patterns supplied.
Finished Size 50in x 67in (127cm x 170.2cm).
Cat & Bird Quilt
●●● Challenging
This adorable quilt is truly irresistible, especially if you are a cat-lover. It uses fabrics from the Lazy Days range, plus some fresh prints from the Classic Basics range and a few pretty solids. The curved shape for the cat’s back is easy to sew using the patterns provided. The cats’ cheeks and noses are made using easy appliqué.
Patterns for Letter-sized paper, click here!
Finished Size: 52½in x 73½in (133.3cm x 186.7cm)
Cat & Bird Pillow
●●● Challenging
This lovely pillow is the perfect partner to the Cat and Bird Quilt and features two of the cat blocks from the quilt. It uses some of the same fabrics as the quilt, so refer to the fabric swatches in Fig A of the quilt instructions. The fabric quantities are much smaller for the pillow.
Patterns for Letter-sized paper, click here!
Finished size: 22¼in x 19½in (56.5cm x 49.5cm)
Beach Belle
This Beach Belle is on her way to the beach for a lovely, relaxing day while her quilt is blowing in the wind. A fun project and a lovely gift for a beach loving friend. We chose certain fabrics, with details given in the instructions, but you can easily replace these fabrics with others from the Tilda ranges. The fabric amounts given are enough for one doll.
Height: 44 cm
Flower pincushion
These flower pincushions are easy to make and make lovely gifts. We chose certain fabrics, with details given in the instructions, but you can easily replace these fabrics with others from the Tilda ranges. The fabric amounts given are enough for one pin cushion.
Size: 10cm square x 7cm high
Fan flower quilt
●● Moderate
This fun quilt features bold flowers created using an easy Dresden wedge technique for the petals, plus a simple leaf block made from half-rectangle triangle units.
There is also a version of the quilt using predominantly pink and green colours.
Size 55in x 70in (140cm x 178cm).
four block quilt
●● Moderate
This pretty quilt uses four blocks, but in different colourways to take advantage of many of the lovely fabrics in the Lazy Days fabric collection. The block is an easy one and creates an eight-point star pattern.
Matching pillow designs are also available.
Size 54in x 68in (137cm x 173cm).