Create a stunning checkerboard quilt with the Hopscotch pattern from Northcott Studio. This beginner-friendly design features a playful arrangement of squares separated by coordinating sashing strips, creating a modern take on the classic checkerboard layout. Perfect for quilters looking to practice their piecing skills while creating a beautiful finished piece.
What Makes the Hopscotch Pattern Special
The Hopscotch quilt pattern showcases the beautiful Stonehenge Gradations fabric collection, available in both Midnight and Oxidized Copper colorways. This free pattern creates a striking 52" x 62" quilt that's perfect for lap quilts, wall hangings, or throw quilts. The design uses simple cutting and piecing techniques, making it ideal for beginning quilters who want to create something impressive without complex construction methods.
Pattern Details
The pattern uses 5-inch squares from chip packs, which are cut and reassembled with coordinating sashing strips to create the distinctive hopscotch effect. The clever construction method involves cutting squares in half horizontally, adding a sashing strip between the halves, then cutting vertically and adding another sashing strip. This technique creates perfectly proportioned blocks with minimal waste.
Skill Level and Requirements
Designed for beginner quilters, this pattern requires basic cutting and piecing skills. The materials list includes specific Stonehenge Gradations fabrics, but the pattern can easily be adapted to work with any coordinating fabric collection. The clear, step-by-step instructions guide you through block assembly, quilt top construction, and finishing techniques.
Perfect for Modern Quilting
The geometric design and clean lines make this pattern perfect for modern quilting enthusiasts. The alternating light and dark blocks create visual movement across the quilt surface, while the sashing strips provide structure and definition. This versatile pattern works well in both traditional and contemporary fabric choices.
