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| Tulips Quilt |
Enjoy the beautiful colors of the tulip flowers in the Tulips Quilt, created by Windham Fabrics designer Wendy Sheppard. In this happy project, Carolyn Gavin's playful, organic Flower Pedals fabric collection is displayed with bright colors and tons of organic, 100% cotton softness, featuring ample pinks, sunny yellows and refreshing blues.
A combination of classic piecing methods and an innovative layout, this charming project is a great way for quilters to practice precision piecing with striking, contemporary fabrics.
Key Pattern Details
- Designer: Wendy Sheppard
- Flower pedals are the focus of Carolyn Gavin's work for Windham Fabrics, Fabric Line.
- Finished Quilt Size: 72.5" x 84.5"
- Size: Large Throw or Twin Sized Bed Quilt
- Skill Level: Intermediate / Confident Beginner.
Design & Construction Highlights
- Varied Tulip Blocks: Pattern shows 12 blocks of tulips in various colors arranged in a structured row. Bright floral prints against crisp background fabric create a pop for each tulip.
- Fabric Selection: Carolyn Gavin's playful prints add a contemporary flair to the traditional tulip form. The organic cotton prints give the petals texture, fullness and lushness.
- Framed with neat sashing and borders, finished size is 72.5" x 84.5" and is perfect for draping over a sofa or hanging at the foot of a bed.
Final Thought
The Tulips Quilt is an even mix of traditional, floral blocks and modern, colorwork pieces. This pattern is a great piecing challenge and a vibrant finish to create a spring sunshine indoors for all the year long, whether you use the suggested Flower Pedals line or bright prints from your own stash!
Full Pattern: Tulips Quilt Free PDF Pattern 🎁
