If you have ever opened a roll of pretty 2.5" strips and felt your heart skip a little beat, this pattern is going to make your day. Strip Disco is a joyful, colour-packed quilt that takes a bundle of precut strips and turns them into a finished top that practically hums with energy, the kind of quilt that makes a room feel a bit more alive the moment you fold it over the back of a chair.
The design is built around precut strip rolls, so most of the cutting is already done for you, which makes it a wonderful project if you have a roll waiting in your stash and a free weekend ahead. The piecing itself is approachable for newer quilters who feel comfortable sewing a straight seam, and the rhythm of working with strips is genuinely relaxing once you get into the flow.
- Perfect for precut strip rolls. The pattern is designed around standard 2.5" strip bundles, so you can let a roll you already love do most of the colour planning for you.
- Bright, batik-friendly look. The original sample uses gradated batik fabrics that show off beautifully in long strips, although it would be just as gorgeous in solids, prints or a scrappy mix from your stash.
- Approachable piecing. If you can sew a consistent seam, you can make this quilt, which makes it a brilliant choice for a confident beginner or a relaxing weekend project for an experienced quilter.
Skill level: Confident beginner
Techniques: Strip piecing with precut 2.5" strip rolls, traditional block layout
To download the free PDF pattern, click HERE.
Tip: before printing the pattern, set your printer to "no scaling" or "actual size" so any measurements come out true. If you are using a precut strip roll, give the strips a quick press before you start sewing, it makes a real difference to how neatly the seams line up.
Looking for the perfect strips to bring this quilt to life? Have a peek at our strip rolls collection, beautifully coordinated bundles ready to hop straight onto your sewing machine. We would love to see what you make with them!
Happy quilting!
