20 FREE baby quilts that are easy, simple and even for beginners – from start to finish these handmade baby quilts you can sew at home. Some are simple designs that you can sew in a day.
If you are ready to start quilting…a smaller easy quilts… baby quilts are the perfect place to start. Size is on the smaller size. Something that is manageable to piece and to quilt with your machine.
Starting off with a super complicated pattern is no the way to go.
Keep the shapes and designs simple.
There are a few with fun twists to them…like the disappearing quilt block and half square triangles making fun layouts of chevrons.
But, for the most part they are a great place to start quilting for any beginner or advanced quilter. These quilts will be loved, washed and babied on. Keep that in mind and keep them simple and cute!
Materials for the Baby Quilt
Fabric – found here, here or here
Additional supplies you may need:
- Bloc Loc ruler for squaring up
- Rotary cutter or a new sharp blade
- Cutting Mat
- Quilt Ruler
- Sewing Machine this brother is my favorite!
- Iron here or here
- Thread
- Bobbins
- Scissors
- Seam Ripper not my favorite thing to do!
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If you are a super beginner– here are some great quilting 101 posts to read.
Finishing up your quilt? Here you will find help with binding your quilts.
Becky Jorgensen is the creative quilter behind Patchwork Posse, the Patchwork Planner and her online quilt group Patchworkers Plus. You can find her patterns in books, magazines, and her quilt membership. Gather your quilting supplies, organize your sewing space, explore the process of disappearing quilt blocks, or finish a free quilt pattern. I'll help you use what you have, finish what you start and make your quilting journey fun!
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Kelly Darnall says
I love baby quilts. My daughter and I are both early beginners so we would love this book!
susan joseph says
i am a beginner would love to try to make one
Jennifer says
These are lovely photos but are there links to a tutorial or pattern for the quilts?
Patti says
My son in law’s mom has Alzheimer’s. He wants me to make a lap quilt with “touchie, feelie” things on it. She loves to move her hands and fingers over small items and the feel of different fabrics. Anyone have a suggestion as to what I can put on it? Thanks for your feedback/suggestions.
Baby says
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