15 FREE Log Cabin Sewing Patterns to Fall in Love With!

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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

https://sewcanshe.com/bowl-of-cherries-free-3-yard-quilt-pattern/
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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

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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

https://sewcanshe.com/2014-9-26-log-cabin-hexi-potholders-a-tutorial-with-partial-seams/
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Do you call them trivets or pot holders? Use my free log cabin sewing pattern to sew some beautiful hexagon pot holders.

Mod Tote

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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

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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

https://fortworthfabricstudio.blogspot.com/2016/08/fabric-frenzy-friday.html
Photo credit: Lindsey / FortWorthFabricStudio.com

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

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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

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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

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Use this free quilt pattern for another variation. The finished size is 71″ square.

Quilt Block Tea Towel

https://www.simplesimonandco.com/2016/05/quilt-block-tea-towel-tutorial.html/
Photo credit: SimpleSimonAndCo.com

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

https://www.polkadotchair.com/quilted-pillow-tutorial/
Photo credit: Melissa Mortenson / Polka Dot Chair

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

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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

Photo credit: All People Quilt

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

https://conniekresin.com/log-cabin-placemat-tutorial/
Photo credit: ConnieKresin.com

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW6OpyRUOZ0
Photo credit: Beautiful Things

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

https://irene-sweetseasonsoflife.blogspot.com/2014/02/log-cabin-cross.html
Photo credit: Irene / Sweet Seasons of Life

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

Photo credit: InColorOrder.com

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

https://conniekresin.com/log-cabin-mini-table-runner-tutorial/
Photo credit: ConnieKresin.com

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ak1q4-HgP_w
Photo credit: Quilt As You Sew

Sew a heart variation of a log cabin block and turn it into a hot pad.

River Log Cabin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cjbhHrloP4
Photo credit: Missouri Star

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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