Fabric Panels: 10 Beautiful Quilt Patterns – All Free!
Turn any size panel into the perfect quilt. Mix and match, add a border, or incorporate other blocks for a design that can bring it all together into an appealing work of art. I know you got some good ones on Black Friday…
I always fall for the pretty fabric panels. Sometimes I know exactly what to do with my new panels. Other times they sit folded on the shelf with their panel friends, waiting for inspiration to set them free. Be inspired and put your panels to use with these free quilt patterns.
Inspirational Stars
Let’s start with this quilt I made with inspirational quotes. They didn’t exactly all go together on the shelf, but I used stars to bring it all together in the quilt. Here’s the free sewing pattern using square panels.
Easy Pattern for Any Panel
You can make a quilt out of any panel. With this easy sewing pattern you will add a simple, yet lovely, border. To find your quilt size just add 16″ to both width and length measurements. I think you’ll be happy with the results.
Pretty Pictures Quilt
The Pretty Pictures quilt pattern is your solution to panel fabrics! Stitch together this adorable quilt that mixes easy appliqué and basic piecing to make each adorable picture stand out.
Panels and Chain
The free Panels and Chain quilt pattern is so easy you’ll be able to finish it in no time. And if you’re panels aren’t the same size as mine, no problem! The pattern can accommodate that discrepancy.
Flights of Fancy Panel Quilt
Flights of Fancy is a quilt by Donna Jordan using a beautiful butterfly panel, and layer cakes for the border. Her free pattern includes a video tutorial to walk you through each step. You won’t be disappointed.
Attic Window Panel
Give your panel a modern border to add interest using this free pattern from Sew Be It Quilts.
Panels with Corner Stones
Here is another free pattern and video tutorial from Donna Jordan. You will use sashing and corner squares to highlight your panels, and it doesn’t matter what size they are.
Scenic Snowfall Panel Quilt
This is a beautiful winter scene quilt using a panel; it’s called Scenic Snowfall. You will need to search the site (ctrl+F) to find it, but it’s not too far down. The different fabrics used compliment each other, and almost look like they were cut from the panel. Use this pattern if you have coordinating fabric.
Easy Custom Panel Quilt
For this panel you will notice that there is only a border on the top and bottom. Damjana Jakos designed it specifically to fit in a door. The tutorial includes tips for using the QAYG (quilt as you go) technique, and sewing with panels. Find the free tutorial at AppleGreen Cottage.
French Door Panel Quilt
Sewing panels into a quilt can be so much fun, and there are so many ways to make it unique and maintain the original appeal. Donna Jordan walks you through cutting, piecing, and adding a border to make your quilt look like you are looking through a French Door. You can also see two options; one for using white for your French Door, and one for using black.
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