Giant Log Cabin Block quilt

When you blow up a single quilt block and throw in some fun fabric, you get an adorable blanket for a child. Finishing at 51-1/2″ square, this quilt would make a great first project for a newbie quilter or the experienced quilter who just needs a quick-to-sew gift. Jennifer Keltner shows you how to make it at All People Quilt. The instructions are in the text of the slideshow or you can download a PDF. Get the know-how.

The giant log cabin quilt is a stunning and impressive quilt that is sure to impress your friends and family. It is also a relatively fast quilt to sew up, making it a great choice for quilters who are looking for a quick and satisfying project.

The log cabin quilt pattern is a classic quilt design that has a long history dating back to the 19th century. It is named for its resemblance to a log cabin, with the logs arranged in a circular pattern around a central square. The giant log cabin quilt takes this classic design to the next level by using larger blocks and more fabric, resulting in a quilt that is both visually striking and cozy to use.

To make a giant log cabin quilt, you will need fabric, a sewing machine, and basic quilting supplies such as scissors, needles, and thread. You can find a variety of log cabin quilt patterns online or in quilting books, or you can design your own using a simple log cabin block template.

Once you have your log cabin blocks pieced together, you can arrange them in a circular pattern to create the classic log cabin design, or you can mix and match different blocks to create your own unique design. You can also add additional elements to your quilt, such as appliquéd flowers or embroidered phrases, to personalize it and make it even more special.

Overall, the giant log cabin quilt is a beautiful and satisfying project that sews up fast and is sure to impress your friends and family. Its classic and timeless design makes it a great choice for quilters of all skill levels.

Image credit: All People Quilt

Ed. note: I missed this pattern when it first came out, but it’s still worth a look for holiday sewing, guild projects and the like. Plus, any quilt block could be substituted.

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Some fabric collections feel pretty, some feel useful, and then there are those rare ones that instantly spark a dozen ideas the moment you see them. The In the Garden Layer Cake from Fat Quarter Shop falls firmly into that last category. From the moment I opened the pack, it felt like stepping into a watercolor garden—soft, romantic, full of movement, and brimming with detail that invites you to slow down and really look.

This collection brings together an elegant mix of florals, garden motifs, and soothing color palettes that feel like they were created for spring quilting. Instead of loud novelty prints, the designer chose a gentle balance of botanical sketches, scattered blossoms, tiny seed patterns, and larger feature florals that work beautifully in both traditional and modern layouts.

What struck me most is how thoughtfully the color stories are arranged. Each print blends seamlessly into the next, giving you a spectrum that includes soft rose pinks, leafy greens, lavender tones, fresh sky blues, rich corals, and delicate neutrals. It’s the kind of palette that instantly feels “quilty” in the best way—inviting, calm, and incredibly easy to mix and match. You can tell the designer planned this for maximum versatility.

Layer cakes are one of the most beginner-friendly precuts, but this collection elevates them with a sense of sophistication. The prints are strong enough to shine in simple patterns, but subtle enough to support more complex designs. Whether you prefer classic half-square triangles, framed squares, modern grid quilts, or something scrappier, this fabric adapts beautifully. It’s also a wonderful choice for table runners, spring wall hangings, and even quilted bags or home décor projects.

One of the nicest surprises with this layer cake is how it manages to feel seasonal without becoming locked into one particular holiday or theme. While the palette is undeniably perfect for spring, the prints themselves are timeless enough to work year-round. A floral quilt made from this collection would look just as lovely on a summer sunroom sofa as it would draped over a guest bed in winter.

The fabric quality is exactly what you’d expect from Fat Quarter Shop—crisp, clean cuts, vibrant printing, and a smooth hand that makes piecing feel effortless. Nothing is too thin or too stiff, and the colors are even more beautiful in person than they appear online.

If you enjoy sewing projects that feel light, fresh, and inspired by nature, In the Garden is a collection worth adding to your stash. It has all the qualities quilters look for: balance, versatility, gentle movement, and that spark of creativity that makes you want to start a project immediately. Whether you’re planning a gift quilt, treating yourself to a new spring project, or simply building your fabric library with a set of prints that will play nicely with others, this layer cake is a thoughtful and inspiring choice.

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