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Free Quilting Block pattern: Bird block

December 3, by Scarlett Burroughs. 6 Comments

This bright bird block pattern is one of nine quilt blocks that make up a charming mini quilt called “Birds on a Fence”. The pattern (for the entire quilt) appeared in McCall’s Quilting, September/October 2012 issue, which you can still buy on their website.

The bird block pattern is a popular choice for quilters because it is simple yet versatile. It consists of a basic bird shape, which can be pieced together using a variety of techniques, such as traditional piecing, appliqué, or paper piecing. The bird block can be used on its own to create a simple quilt, or it can be combined with other blocks to create more complex designs.

To make a quilt using the bird block pattern, you will need fabric, a sewing machine, and basic quilting supplies such as scissors, needles, and thread. You can find a variety of bird block patterns online or in quilting books, or you can design your own by drawing a bird shape on paper and cutting it out to use as a template.

Once you have your bird blocks pieced together, you can arrange them in a variety of patterns to create a unique and special quilt. You can also add other elements to your quilt, such as appliquéd flowers or embroidered phrases, to personalize it and make it even more special.

Overall, making a quilt using the bird block pattern is a fun and creative way to celebrate the beauty of nature and create a unique and personal piece of home decor. It is a great project for quilters of all skill levels, and the simple yet versatile design allows for endless creative possibilities.

But, if you want to fly solo and design your own quilt using this bird block pattern, you can download this block pattern for free. There were some issues to the linking of this free pattern, so we have updated the link directly to the PDF file for the block piecing.

Click the link below to get started.
Birds on a Fence: Wall Quilt Pattern, by Melinda Honn

Image credit: McCall’s

Looking for more Bird themed quilt patterns? Check these out on Etsy.

 

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Comments

  1. Lacey Clifton says

    November 5, 2018 at 7:17 pm

    The link no longer goes to the bird pattern.

  2. Brooke Metcalf Reidelberger says

    April 8, 2019 at 1:07 pm

    any idea where we can get the pattern for this nowadays? thanks for any help.

  3. Lora Sharpe says

    May 24, 2019 at 12:32 am

    Brooke Metcalf Reidelberger there is a copy listed for sale on eBay.

  4. dragsnort says

    August 20, 2020 at 5:55 pm

    If you click on the Birds on a Fence that is highlighted red, it’ll take you to the bird pattern, but not the whole quilt pattern

  5. barb says

    January 15, 2021 at 3:53 pm

    Try going here, I got the block. Pattern no available. https://www.quiltingdaily.com/quilt/birds-on-a-fence-colorful-foundation-pieced-wall-quilt-pattern/?query=birds%20on%20a%20fence

  6. Shellie Wilson says

    January 27, 2021 at 10:02 pm

    We have updated the link, they keep moving their URL

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