15 FREE Log Cabin Sewing Patterns to Fall in Love With!
Sew all the things using a Log Cabin quilt block! Most of these log cabin projects are for quilts, but some let you use orphan blocks (leftovers), scraps, or sew new blocks to make fun and useful items. Sew bags, trivets, placemats, quilts, and more with one of my favorite quilting techniques. Remember that you can adjust the colors to appeal to your creativity.
You will be amazed at all the different ways to arrange the Log Cabin quilt block. Use these free patterns to see how versatile and easy they are; and play around with all the variations to discover which is your most favorite.
Bowl of Cherries Quilt
Sew a few simple quilt blocks to make this perfectly sweet three yard quit that I call, Bowl of Cherries. You will only have to cut squares and rectangles which makes it super simple.
Blueberry Pie Quilt
This free log cabin quilt pattern is part of a collection of quilts that I have been designing in my spare time – it’s my secret obsession! Use pink to make a raspberry pie variation.
Trivet/Pot Holder
Do you call them trivets or pot holders? Use my free log cabin sewing pattern to sew some beautiful hexagon pot holders.
Mod Tote
Use the log cabin technique to sew a sizeable tote. My free QAYG log cabin sewing pattern will show you everything you need to make a perfect bag.
Baby Heart Quilt
If you love the look of the Log Cabin block, but you are not feeling up for the tedious ritual of mini blocks or even full ones… You will LOVE my free log cabin sewing pattern to make this Baby Heart Quilt from easy log cabins.
Table Topper
Don’t you love the combination of this fabric? ForthWorthFabricStudio.com will walk you through the process of making this lovely table topper for your home.
Quarter Log Cabins 3 Yard Quilt
Here is another free log cabin sewing pattern that uses only part of a classic Log Cabin block to make a gorgeous quilt. You will only need three yards of fabric to make the top!
Modern Throw
Try your hand at the bold impact of my Modern Log Cabin Quilt. It’s nearly a twin size finishing at 70″ x 80″. I think you will be really happy with how it turns out.
Golden Pineapple Throw
Use this free quilt pattern for another variation. The finished size is 71″ square.
Quilt Block Tea Towel
Sew an orphan block onto a tea towel as a gift or just for you. SimpleSimonAndCo.com show you how and also include a bread recipe for gifting with your beautiful handmade towel.
Throw Pillows
Here is a sweet and simple way to use a great big Log Cabin quilt block. Find the free pattern at PolkaDotChair.com and sew a few for your home too.
Scrappy Queen Quilt
Really bust through your stash and make this really beautiful Scrappy Log Cabin quilt. If you store your scraps according to color you will have an easy time getting the low tones and colors just right. Using my free log cabin sewing pattern, you can make any size quilt you like.
Quilted Tote
The sweet bag from All People Quilt uses mini log cabin blocks. Did you know that red centers are traditional? I love the look of this fabulous tote.
- Used with permission from American Patchwork & Quilting® magazine.
Log Cabin Placemats
Sewing placemats can be so rewarding. Even when we don’t use our table I like to keep it set and pretty with place settings. Here is a variation of the Log Cabin block called Courthouse Steps. Find the free pattern at ConnieKresin.com.
Pin Cushion
Here is a lovely video tutorial from Beautiful Things for a pin cushion. You will be able to make it scrappy or solid, but you’ll love it either way.
Wall Hanging
Sew a wall hanging made with four Log Cabin blocks (two rectangles and two squares). Find the free pattern from Irene at Sweet Seasons of Life. We could all use a little more Jesus.
Fat Quarter Quilt
Grab your fat quarters and sew them together using the free pattern from InColorOrder.com. You will use every bit of your fat quarters, so be sure to measure twice!
Mini Table Runner
The table runner from ConnieKresin.com is quilted and ready to go. When you use her free pattern, will you use other colors for your home?
Warm Cabin Hearts
Sew a heart variation of a log cabin block and turn it into a hot pad.
River Log Cabin
Use two Jelly Roll strip bundles to sew this beautiful variation from Missouri Star. It’s super easy if you get the pre-cut fabric bundles!
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