As June approaches, we think summer! And with summer comes lemonade. There is nothing better than sitting on the porch with a lemonade in your hand and if it gets chilly grab this gorgeous lemonade quilt.
This easy free quilt pattern is a perfect way to use up your layer cakes. It is sure to become your new “go-to” pattern for quick gifts. Easy way to show off great fabric, or fun quilting, and have a stress-free gift ready in no time!
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The pattern was designed by the Fat Quarter Shop and makes a 48″ x 61″ quilt that uses just ONE layer cake. The pattern also includes instructions to make a twin or queen size quilt.
What is a layer cake?? Layer Cakes are collections of 10″ x 10″ squares of fabric made by Moda Fabrics. Layer Cakes are available by collection and typically include 42 pieces of fabric, though the number may vary. Other manufacturers produce similar products such as Stackers, Crackers and Patty Cakes.
The lemonade quilt is so easy to make. The instructions are easy to follow and there is a video tutorial that is packed full of tips and tricks for piecing this quilt top.
To make a lemonade quilt you will need the following supplies:
- One Layer Cake or 42 squares of fabric 10″ x 10″ for lap quilt, Two layer cakes (74 squares) for twin size OR Three layer cakes (96 squares) for queen size.
- 5/8 yard of fabric for binding the lap size quilt, 3/4 for twin and 7/8 for queen
- Fabric for backing – for backing requirements and ideas see “Whats Nana Making” blog post
- Appropriate size of batting
- Coordinating thread
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The pattern also includes instructions to make smaller quilts using charm packs and mini charm packs.
