Meet Stargazer, our very first "choose your own adventure" quilt! Like all of our Cake & Ale patterns this project has been designed to let your create your own unique piece, whether it be a stunning cushion for your favourite chair, Cot blanket for your tiny Stargazer or a mammoth quilt you can use as your own personal blanket fort.
The pattern includes approx yardage for various sized projects (Cushion, Cot, Throw and Queen) as well as colouring in sheets and a few different options on how you can create a custom Stargazer look. Best of all, as this is a download you can print off as many sheets as you like, you aren't limited to one like a traditionally printed pattern.
Sample Size 86" Wide x 97" High.
In this PDF includes;
• Basic “how to” EPP Instructions.
• Print at home templates (Parallelogram and Hexagon).
• Full assembly instructions for the pieced top.
• Generic basting / quilting / binding instructions.
• Colouring in sheets for Cushion, Cot, Throw and Queen sized projects.
From your stash you will need;
• Up to 10m of fabric, dependent on the size of your own project.
• Supplies to Glue or Thread baste E.g. Sewline (glue sticks also work in a pinch).
• General sewing supplies (Needle, sewing thread, thimble etc).
• Card stock for your templates.
• Craft safety knife and ruler or sharp paper scissors.
• Rotary cutter, spare blades and cutting mat.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: A lot easier than you would think! Intermediate but an adventurous beginner would be fine.
This quilt was created using Whip Stitch only, and if you get stuck just reach out on socials or email hello@cakeandale.com.au
SVG Files are available to download as a separate purchase!
*** FAQ's ***
What weight card stock is best?If you can print on card we recommend that a stock 200GSM - 250GSM be used, it needs enough bulk to hold the sides up but you also need to work within your own comfort zone.
Do I really leave the papers in? No!! Unlike our other patterns these templates definitely come out!
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Welcome to Cake & Ale! Our mission is all about combining the charm of traditional quilting with a fresh, modern twist. We're here to bring you patterns that you can lovingly handcraft using techniques passed down through generations. But guess what? You don't need to dedicate weeks to these projects – you can finish them up in just one weekend!
Now, if you're new to the world of hand sewing, don't worry. We've got your back. We're all about something called English Paper Piecing (EPP). This technique involves wrapping fabric around paper templates, kind of like creating a snug little fabric hug around them. This gives you the foundation to create these seriously intricate and spot-on shapes.
Once you've got these fabric-covered templates, it's like putting together a puzzle. You stitch them up, piece by piece, to form a work of art that looks like you spent ages on it. It's like magic, but with needle and thread.
So, whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just dipping your toes into the world of hand sewing, we're here to provide you with patterns that marry tradition and innovation. Get ready to create pieces that will leave everyone thinking you're a crafting rockstar!