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| Fat Quarter Shadow Quilt |
Creating a 3D Optical Illusion with the Fat Quarter Shadow Quilt
If you've got a pile of favorite fat quarters that you want to see displayed, this Fat Quarter Shadow Quilt by Beyond Sock Monkeys' Denise McKay is a great option. The clever design makes an interesting 3D “shadow box” effect with your favorite prints as framed floating art, using simple piecing techniques.
This optical trick relies on complementary bright focus print textiles and dark shadow print strips as well as a clean background. This quilt, which will measure about 50" x 72", uses 6 fat quarters for the center rectangles and 1 ⅓ yard of light background and ¾ yard of dark shadow fabric.
There are an 8 ½" x 10 ½" focus rectangle on each block and a shadowed dark rectangular border around each rectangle, with light accent rectangles at the upper corners. The blocks are put in tight columns with neat sashing and are surprisingly quick to assemble. It is perfect for anyone who is confident at the start and experienced quilters wanting a fast and effective stash buster. From bold modern prints to cozy flannels to classic florals, the shadow framing is a great way to turn every fabric into a statement piece.
Final Thought
The Fat Quarter Shadow Quilt is a fun and rewarding quilt pattern that marries simple column piecing with an effect-rich illusion in the 3D realm. So, this is a great and creative way to make your favourite fat quarters really pop and gives you a terrific contemporary way to make your quilting skills come alive!
Full Pattern: Fat Quarter Shadow Quilt Free PDF Pattern 🎁
