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| Gentle Garden Quilt |
There’s something truly magical about flannel quilts—their softness, their warmth, and the way they evoke memories of cozy evenings and handmade love. As quilters, we often find ourselves drawn to patterns that not only showcase beautiful fabric but also offer comfort and timeless elegance. That’s exactly what you’ll discover in the Gentle Garden Quilt, a charming design by Mary Jane Carey for Henry Glass Fabrics.
This quilt feels like a stroll through a blooming cottage garden at sunrise. With its soothing color palette, delicate floral prints, and snuggly flannel textures, it offers both visual appeal and functional warmth. Whether you're an experienced quilter seeking a relaxing project or a confident beginner looking to create something heirloom-worthy, the Gentle Garden Quilt is a wonderful option to consider.
In this post, I’ll walk you through what makes this quilt so special—from the fabrics and layout to helpful tips for sewing with flannel—so you can confidently bring this serene and beautiful project to life.
About the Design:
The Gentle Garden Quilt features classic piecing elements that work together to create a harmonious and welcoming layout. Blocks are arranged in an alternating grid that allows each fabric to shine—particularly the soft florals and subtle coordinates featured in the Gentle Garden flannel collection.
The finished quilt measures 61½" x 79½", making it a generous throw or a cozy topper for a twin bed. With large blocks and straightforward assembly, it's an approachable project for confident beginners and a relaxing one for experienced quilters.
Materials You’ll Need:
This quilt was designed using flannel fabrics from the Gentle Garden line by Mary Jane Carey, and while the pattern is based on that specific collection, it also works beautifully with any soft, romantic prints you may have in your stash. Here's what you'll need:
- Assorted yardage of prints and solids for blocks and sashing
- Binding fabric
- Backing fabric
- Batting (cotton or flannel recommended for extra coziness)
Piecing Tips:
This quilt uses traditional piecing techniques—no applique or complicated templates. The pattern walks you through:
- Creating half-square triangles (HSTs)
- Assembling square-in-square units
- Adding sashing and borders
Even with these classic blocks, the layout creates a fresh, almost vintage-cottage look. If you're working with flannel, be sure to use a walking foot for smooth feeding, and press seams open or to one side depending on your preference for bulk control.
Why I Loved Making It:
There’s something special about quilting with flannel. It feels like stitching with clouds. The Gentle Garden Quilt is more than just a pattern—it's an experience. From choosing the softest prints to watching the blocks come together in a soothing rhythm, it reminded me why I fell in love with quilting in the first place.
This is a quilt that invites you to slow down and savor the process. And once it’s done? It’s the ultimate cuddle companion on chilly evenings.
You can download the complete Gentle Garden Quilt pattern directly from Henry Glass Fabrics at this link: Gentle Garden Quilt Pattern
If you're looking for your next flannel project—or a quilt that simply brings a sense of calm to your sewing room—the Gentle Garden Quilt is a perfect choice. It's soft, soothing, and designed with love by Mary Jane Carey, whose work continues to inspire quilters who appreciate comfort as much as style.
So pour yourself a cup of tea, gather your favorite flannels, and start stitching your own Gentle Garden. You’re going to love watching this floral beauty bloom beneath your needle.
