There’s something extra satisfying about pulling from your fabric stash and seeing those prints come together in a quilt that feels fresh, modern, and full of personality. That’s exactly why I love the Grated Quilt Pattern—it’s simple enough for beginners, yet bold enough to make a statement.

 

This pattern works beautifully with 10-inch squares or fat sixths (half of a fat quarter).

Just 42 ten-inch squares (or 21 fat sixths), plus 1¾ yards of background fabric and ⅝ yard for binding, will give you a generous 65″ × 75″ throw quilt

—perfect for snuggling on the couch, hanging over a porch swing, or gifting with love.

 

✨ Watch the full YouTube video here: *Click Here*

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Why Grated Works So Well With Fabric Stash

One of the reasons Grated has become a go-to for so many quilters is its flexibility. You can:

• Keep it polished: Choose 4–5 color families and pair them with a calm background for a refined, modern look.

• Go scrappy: Pull from every corner of your stash and let the design shine through a joyful mix of colors and prints.

• Play with contrast: Pair bold prints with tone-on-tones or solids to create balance and movement.

No matter what direction you take, the clean grid layout of Grated makes every fabric choice feel intentional.

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Quilting Tips for Grated

When you’re ready to sew, here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind:

• Chain piece your squares to save time while keeping everything organized.

• Press in opposite directions so your seams nest beautifully.

• Lay out your blocks in advance—whether on a design wall or the floor—so you can see how the colors and prints flow together before stitching.

These little steps make the sewing process smoother and the finish even more rewarding.

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Ready to Make Your Own?

Here’s everything you need to get started:

 

💛 Grab the Grated Pattern for just $2: https://www.nortonhousequilting.com/products/grated

 

💛 Shop Fat Quarter Bundles & Fabric: https://www.nortonhousequilting.com/collections/fat-quarter-fun

 

And don’t forget—you can watch the full step-by-step walk-through on my YouTube channel:
👉 Watch the Video by Clicking Here. 

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Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a beginner looking for your next project or a seasoned quilter searching for a stash-buster, Grated is one of those patterns you’ll want to make more than once. It’s affordable, flexible, and fun—the perfect recipe for a quilt that tells your story through fabric.

I’d love to know: What fabrics would you use for your Grated quilt? Share in the comments below or join us in the Quilting Your Legacy Monthly Challenge Group to sew alongside a kindhearted community.