No-Bake Jolly Bar Shortcut Quilt Tutorial

In quilting, where precision and patience are essential, exists a delightful shortcut that promises to deliver stunning results with minimal effort: the no-bake jolly bar shortcut quilt from Fat Quarter Shop. Breaking away from traditional quilting techniques that often involve meticulous cutting and piecing, this fun and easy method offers a refreshing approach that is beginner-friendly and time-saving.

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With this quilt, quilting enthusiasts of all skill levels can tackle a project with ease and confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter looking for a quick project or a beginner eager to dip your toes into the world of quilting, this tutorial is sure to spark inspiration and ignite your passion for crafting.

Materials:

• two Windermere jolly bars or sixty-four 5″ x 10″ rectangles (fabric A)
• 2 1/2 yards solid
• 3/4 yard binding
• 5 1/8 yards backing
• (click here for the free pattern)

Cutting:

Cut solid fabric into:

• 32 – 9 1/2″ x 10″ rectangles (fabric B)

Cut binding fabric into:

• 8 – 2 1/2″ width of fabric strips (fabric C)

Directions:

Step 1

Take two fabrics A, sew them together, then press open. Next, take a background fabric B, place it right sides together, then sew a 1/4″ seam away from the edge of both top and bottom. Once done, turn the block, and cut it in half, parallel to the two stitch lines. Press them open afterward, creating two unique blocks from each.

Step 2

Repeat these steps to make 64 more no-bake blocks. Once you have all the blocks, start assembling the quilt top. Lay seven blocks for the first row, paying close attention to the block placement. Sew them together and make five rows. For the second row, change the block placement, press, and make four. Lay all your rows and press. (Check out the free pattern above for the exact placement of each block.)

No-Bake Jolly Bar Shortcut Quilt Tutorial