Some quilts make you stop and stare, and this one truly does. A bright, joyful play of triangles set against a deep black background, with a sunny yellow border tying it all together. It is the kind of quilt that lifts a whole room.
The finished quilt measures 84" x 84", a generous size for a bed or a wonderful throw to wrap up in. The pattern is rated Confident Beginner, which means that if you have made a few half square triangles before, you are ready for this one. The technique here is a clever little trick: you make quarter square triangle blocks by pairing two HSTs together and slicing them again on the diagonal. Two steps, four triangles, and a block full of movement.
Here is what makes this pattern lovely to make:
- It teaches a brand new technique gently. If you have ever wondered how those four-triangle blocks come together, this pattern walks you through it step by step.
- The colour palette does the magic for you. Brights against a black background sing all on their own, so you really cannot go wrong. Just pick the colours that make you smile.
- The construction is repetitive in the best way. Once you settle into the rhythm of drawing, sewing and slicing, the blocks come together quickly, and you will be amazed at how fast the quilt top grows.
Download the free pattern here: Quarter Square Pattern PDF
Looking for the perfect bundle of colour? Have a peek at our layer cakes, ready-coordinated 10" squares that you can trim down to the 9-1/2" the pattern calls for. A fast, fun way to gather a rainbow without overthinking the palette. We would love to see how yours turns out!
Happy quilting!
