If you have always wanted to make a log cabin quilt, this free Marsala pattern is a gorgeous place to start. Each block is built from cosy strips wrapping around a little glowing centre, half in warm wines and reds and half in soft greys, and the way the blocks are turned creates rich diamonds of colour across the whole quilt. At a generous 74" x 98" it makes a wonderful quilt for a bed.
Here is why this one is worth making:
- The log cabin block is a joy to sew. It grows one simple strip at a time, with nothing but straight seams, so it is welcoming for newer quilters yet still satisfying for seasoned ones.
- The light and dark halves do the magic. Splitting each block into warm and cool sides is what creates that lovely woven, dimensional look once the blocks come together.
- It is a beautiful way to play with a palette. The warm wines against the soft greys feel rich and grown up, and you can shift the whole mood by choosing your own shades.
You can download the full pattern here, with clear step by step instructions to guide you: Download the free Marsala pattern (PDF)
If you make one, I would love to see the colours you choose. Will you keep the moody wine and grey, or warm it up with your own palette? Tell us in the comments below, we always love seeing what you create.
