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Children’s Road Vehicles – Free Quilt Pattern

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Children love quilts.  They love all of the colors, the different fabrics, and the designs.  They also love playing with cars and trucks.  That is why this free pattern from Craft Passion is perfect for almost any child.  You’ll find cars, trucks, buses, traffic cones, stop lights and more in this whimsical quilt.

This is a pattern for an advanced or intermediate advanced quilter, so keep that in mind.  The finished quilt measures about 62″ x 84″ and there is a lot of different appliqué and piecing involved.  You will need all of the standard quilting supplies along with fusible webbing for the shapes.

Luckily the tutorial includes a detailed downloadable pdf pattern which includes all of the templates and instructions.  The designer even includes helpful hints along the way.

Made with brightly colored fabrics, I particularly love the three dimensional letters at the top of the quilt and all of the fun vehicles.  I can just imagine youngsters picking out their favorite one!  It’s such a fun and happy quilt that I’m sure any child would love to have and snuggle under.

Click here to get the free tutorial and downloadable pattern: Road Runner Quilt

[photo from Craft Passion]

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Smart Shopping for Quilters – Monday Precut Fabric Sales

Let’s be honest — quilting is a joy, but it can also be an investment. Fabric costs have crept up over the years, and many of us want to stretch our quilting budget as far as possible without compromising on quality or creativity. That’s why I love Fat Quarter Shop’s Precuts of the Week Monday sale. It’s smart shopping at its finest.

Each Monday, a single precut is offered at a special price. It might be a seasonal collection, a bestselling designer, or a new release you’ve been eyeing. Precuts are already efficient — coordinated, pre-cut, and ready to sew — and a discount on top of that makes them even more appealing.

If you’re looking for smart, budget-friendly quilt inspiration, these CraftGossip resources are must-reads:

What I appreciate most about precut deals is that they eliminate the overwhelm. Instead of comparing dozens of bundles, you get one curated offer to consider. It takes the hesitation out of buying and makes it easier to build your stash intentionally.

It’s also a fantastic way to shop ahead for holiday sewing, baby quilts, hostess gifts, and charity projects. Precuts lend themselves beautifully to fast, reliable patterns — especially strip quilts and charm square designs. If you need inspiration, this list is a great jumping-off point:

If you enjoy stretching your quilting dollars while still working with high-quality fabrics, add the Monday Precut sale to your routine. It’s a little moment of joy and practicality rolled into one.

Shop smart this Monday