Transform your quilting space with the stunning Stonehenge Skylight pattern, a captivating star block design that showcases beautiful gradient effects through time-of-day inspired colorways. This intermediate-friendly pattern features 16-inch blocks that create a mesmerizing display of stars surrounded by flying geese units and complementary borders.
About the Stonehenge Skylight Pattern
Designed by Denise Russell of Pieced Brain, this confident beginner pattern offers three distinctive colorway options that capture different moments of the day. The Dawn version features sophisticated graphite and slate tones, the Dusk version showcases warm iron ore and oxidized copper hues, while the Midnight version presents dramatic blue planet and twilight shades. Each variation creates its own unique atmosphere while maintaining the same striking geometric design.
Pattern Details and Sizes
This versatile pattern includes instructions for two finished sizes to suit different projects. The lap size measures 59 inches by 75 inches, perfect for cozy throws or decorative bed toppers. The generous bed size extends to 91 inches by 107 inches, ideal for full coverage on larger beds. Both sizes feature the same intricate star blocks with multiple borders that frame the design beautifully.
What Makes This Pattern Special
The Stonehenge Skylight pattern combines traditional star blocks with modern fabric placement techniques to create depth and movement. The flying geese units and carefully planned color gradations give the illusion of light shifting across an ancient monument. Each block incorporates half-square triangles, flying geese, and strategic fabric placement that creates secondary patterns when blocks are joined together.
Skill Level and Techniques
Rated for confident beginners, this pattern introduces several fundamental quilting techniques including flying geese construction, half-square triangles, and precise seam matching. The detailed instructions guide quilters through each step with clear diagrams and fabric placement charts. All cutting measurements are provided for efficient fabric preparation.
Complete Pattern Features
Your download includes comprehensive materials lists for all three colorways and both sizes, detailed cutting instructions organized by fabric width, step-by-step block construction with diagrams, complete assembly instructions with border attachment guidance, and finishing techniques for professional results.
