8 Beautiful Patterns to Try - Quilting Your Legacy Monthly Challenge
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Quilting Your Legacy Monthly Challenge: 8 Beautiful Patterns to Try
Welcome, quilters! Each month in our Quilting Your Legacy Monthly Challenge, we explore beautiful patterns that spark creativity and connection. This month, we’re highlighting 8 Villa Rosa Designs patterns you’ll love—perfect for stash busting, gift-making, or adding to your legacy of quilts.
1. Calypso

- Finished Size: 54" × 72"
- Fabrics Needed (excluding backing & binding): 12 Fat Quarters, ¾ yard accent
✨ What Could You Make?
- A colorful lap quilt for cozy evenings.
- A bright statement quilt for a sunroom or porch.
2. Charbroiled

- Finished Size: 63" × 78"
- Fabrics Needed: 12 Fat Quarters, ¾ yard accent
🔥 What Could You Make?
- A striking modern quilt with bold, high-contrast prints.
- A guy-friendly quilt using plaids or dark tones.
3. Optic

- Finished Size: 54" × 72"
- Fabrics Needed: 10 Fat Quarters, ¾ yard accent
👓 What Could You Make?
- A contemporary quilt using solids for a graphic punch.
- A two-tone quilt that plays with light and shadow.
4. Mesmerize

- Finished Size: 54" × 72"
- Fabrics Needed: 10 Fat Quarters, 1 yard accent
🌈 What Could You Make?
- A hypnotic design in ombre fabrics.
- A bold geometric quilt for a modern living space.
5. Endless Love

- Finished Size: 54" × 66"
- Fabrics Needed: 12 Fat Quarters, ½ yard accent
💖 What Could You Make?
- A heartfelt wedding or anniversary gift quilt.
- A romantic throw in soft pastels or reds and creams.
6. Puzzle

- Finished Size: 50" × 62"
- Fabrics Needed: 80 squares (5") OR 7 Fat Quarters, 2 yards background
🧩 What Could You Make?
- A cheerful baby quilt in bright, playful colors.
- A scrappy throw for your favorite cozy chair.
7. Satterlee

- Finished Size: 60" × 60"
- Fabrics Needed: 10 Fat Quarters, 1¾ yards accent
🌿 What Could You Make?
- A balanced lap quilt with bold contrasts.
- A seasonal quilt—try fall tones or spring brights.
8. Hollandale

- Finished Size: 40" × 50"
- Fabrics Needed: 8 Fat Quarters, ⅝ yard or 4 Fat Quarters accent
🌸 What Could You Make?
- A sweet baby quilt.
- A wall hanging or table topper in soft florals.
🎨 Creative Tips for All Patterns
- Color Play: Go monochrome for a sophisticated look or rainbow for a joyful one.
- Accent Choices: High-contrast accents make designs pop.
- Stash Buster: These patterns are perfect for using what you already have!
📌 Summary Table
| Pattern | Size | Fabrics Needed (excluding backing & binding) |
|---|---|---|
| Calypso | 54" × 72" | 12 FQ, ¾ yd accent |
| Charbroiled | 63" × 78" | 12 FQ, ¾ yd accent |
| Optic | 54" × 72" | 10 FQ, ¾ yd accent |
| Mesmerize | 54" × 72" | 10 FQ, 1 yd accent |
| Endless Love | 54" × 66" | 12 FQ, ½ yd accent |
| Puzzle | 50" × 62" | 80 squares (5") OR 7 FQ, 2 yd background |
| Satterlee | 60" × 60" | 10 FQ, 1¾ yd accent |
| Hollandale | 40" × 50" | 8 FQ, ⅝ yd or 4 FQ accent |
💖 Final Thoughts
Each of these patterns offers something unique—whether you want a quick finish, a bold design, or a sentimental gift. Choose your favorite, dive into your stash, and let’s sew something story-worthy together!
👉 Join the Quilting Your Legacy Monthly Challenge now and share your progress with us using #QuiltingYourLegacyChallenge on Facebook and Instagram.