Looking for free fat quarter quilt patterns? A fat quarter is a quarter yard of fabric cut 18 x 21 inches instead of a long skinny strip, which gives you a wider, more useful piece for cutting blocks. Fat quarter bundles bring together a whole collection, so they are an easy way to start a quilt. Below you'll find where to download free fat quarter friendly patterns and how many you'll need. Shop fat quarters and fat quarter bundles online or visit our Richmond, TX store. Free US shipping on orders $100+.
Where to Find Free Fat Quarter Quilt Patterns
When you browse, look for patterns labeled "fat quarter friendly." That means every piece can be cut from an 18 x 21 inch fat quarter.
Easy Fat Quarter Projects
Big blocks like simple squares, rail fence or a chunky log cabin let each print shine and come together quickly. Fat quarters are also ideal for bags, pillow covers, aprons, table runners and baby quilts, and for adding variety to a scrappy quilt.
How Many Fat Quarters Do I Need?
As a rough guide, a baby quilt top takes about 8 to 12 fat quarters, a lap quilt about 16 to 20, and a twin or queen 24 or more, plus background, border and binding fabric. Your pattern's fabric list is always the final word. Our Fabric Yardage Calculator can help with the extras.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a fat quarter and a quarter yard?
Both are a quarter yard of fabric. A regular quarter yard is cut 9 x 42 inches, while a fat quarter is cut 18 x 21 inches, which is better for most quilt blocks.
How many fat quarters make a yard?
Four fat quarters equal one yard of fabric.
What is a fat eighth?
A fat eighth is half a fat quarter, about 9 x 21 inches. Shop our fat eighth bundles for smaller scrappy projects.
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