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19 Easy And Exquisite Charm Pack Quilt Patterns

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Precut fabrics are one of my favorite items to look at when I go to a fabric shop. 

They are well-thought-out assortments from different designer collections and can be used in a wide variety of ways when quilting.

One of the most popular precut sizes is the charm pack.

Today, I’ll explain what charm packs are and why they are so great, and then show you 19 quilt patterns using a charm pack. 

Charm pack quilts are a fantastic choice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of quilting, and I’m so excited to show you these beautiful options.

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11 Walk-About Quilt Patterns That Are Stunning And Unique

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As a quilter, you’re probably constantly searching for your next quilt project, right? 

There are so many beautiful patterns, but how do you choose? 

Let’s say you have some gorgeous fabric that features a large print. 

Many patterns want you to cut small pieces to create intricate blocks, but what if you want the fabric to be the focal point?

I’ve got the perfect pattern for you; enter the “walk-about quilt pattern.”

Let’s check it out!

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Your Simple Guide To Quilt Sizes

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Quilters learn one important fact about the art of quilting when they create their first quilt — when it comes to quilts there is no right size.

Quilts come in all shapes and sizes, so when it comes to determining the size, the main questions to answer are, what or who are you making the quilt for?

And how are you going to make it work for that project?

Even though quilts come in standard sizes, other factors can influence the size of your quilt.

Mattress size is always a factor in the final size, so the final size of your quilt can be 4″ to 8″ different than the standard size.

You usually have to add length to your quilt so it hangs over the edge of the mattress properly.

The other factors that impact the size of your quilt are the backing and the batting.

The size of the backing and the batting depends on how you want your quilt to look, so those factors may not be on a quilt size chart.

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19 Free Fat Quarter Quilt Patterns You’ll Love

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Quilters like fat quarters, but they love free patterns even more.

How do we know that fat quarters are still popular with quilters?

Quilt shops typically have a section just for fat quarters, and will often offer to cut fat quarters from their bolts of fabrics.

Although other precuts such as jelly rolls and charm packs have increased in popularity, the fat quarter remains the base for many quilts.

It is quite typical for a traveling quilter to buy fat quarters, instead of yardage, as a token of their visit to a new place.

Are they concerned about finding a pattern for their new fat quarters?

Of course not.

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17 Panel Quilt Pattern Designs That Are Works Of Art

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If you have ever been to a quilt shop or even a big box craft store that sells quilting fabric, you have probably seen a section labeled “quilt panels.” 

A quilt panel is a piece of fabric usually measuring 24”- 36” wide and 36”- 42” height.

These panels will have one large image on them or several smaller coordinating squares and rectangles that you can use for large blocks on a quilt. 

Today, we’ll go over the basics of using fabric panels in a quilt design.

We will also show you a large selection of panel quilt pattern ideas. 

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Go The Yard With These 15 Fun And Easy 3-Yard Quilt Patterns

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Sure, scrappy quilts are eye-catching and colorful, and who doesn’t love creating a quilt from a gorgeous fat quarter bundle? 

But sometimes, you want to make a quilt with a minimal fabric selection and timeless appeal. 

That’s why so many quilt pattern designers have created patterns for 3-yard quilts.

These patterns make fabric selection a breeze and are usually wonderful beginner-friendly designs. 

Let’s take an in-depth look into these versatile patterns and see what is possible with just three yards of fabric. 

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