How to Make a Quilt Using the Patchwork Squares Pattern: Step by Step

Creating a patchwork quilt using the Patchwork Squares pattern is a great way to practice your sewing and crafting skills, and it also results in a beautiful, personalized piece. Below are the step-by-step instructions for this technique, simple and efficient.

Materials Needed:

Various fabrics with different patterns and colors (preferably cotton).
Fabric scissors.
Ruler and marking pencil.
Pins or fabric glue.
Sewing thread (color-matched).
Sewing needle or sewing machine.
Iron.
Batting (optional, for quilting).

Step 1: Choose and Cut Fabrics

• Fabric Selection: Choose a variety of scraps with patterns you like, such as flowers, stripes, dots, or solid colors.
• Square Size: Decide on the size of the squares. As with the quilt in the photo, ideally, you should cut squares measuring approximately 15 cm x 15 cm.
• Cut the scraps: Using a ruler and a sewing ruler, cut all the squares to equal sizes. Be precise to ensure a good final result.

Step 2: Pattern Arrangement

Before sewing, arrange the squares on your work surface:

• Distribute the prints and colors randomly or in a pattern of your choice.
• Visually arrange them until you are satisfied with the arrangement.

Step 3: Sewing the Horizontal Rows

• Take a row of squares and sew them side by side with a straight stitch, forming a line.
• Use pins or fabric glue to keep the squares aligned as you sew.
• Finish each row of squares and let them rest until all rows are finished.

Step 4: Assembling the Vertical Columns

• Sew the rows of squares together, aligning the seams to form columns.
• Sew the columns together, forming the complete piece. Sew with straight stitches, reinforcing the edges.
• Sew the seams carefully so they are straight and aligned.

Step 5: Finishing and Finalizing

• After assembling the piece, iron the entire surface to align the seams.
• Finish the edges of the quilt with fabric tape or a zigzag stitch to prevent fraying.
• If desired, add a layer of batting to make the quilt more padded, and sew in horizontal or vertical lines for decorative quilting.

Extra Tips:
Use high-quality cotton fabrics for greater durability.
Mix prints of different sizes and styles for a more fun and personalized look.
Take your time; patience and precision make all the difference in the final result.