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Mini Striped Heart Quilt Pattern

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Raise your hand if it’s time to make a mini quilt!  It’s definitely time if you want to make this charming mini striped heart design from Crafty Staci.  Seriously, this is adorable.

Measuring 16 1/2″ by 19 1/2″ when done, it is an easy pattern to put together.  Staci’s helpful step-by-step instructions and photographs help guide you through the entire process.  This could definitely be a suitable pattern for a beginner.

To make it you will need standard quilting supplies, including various lengths of strips that are 2″ wide.  I love the colors she used in her version, but they could easily be changed up if you prefer a different color palette.

I bet your special Valentine would be totally surprised by this fun and festive heart mini quilt.  And because of its size, it will fit almost anywhere you want to display it.  That is one of the best perks of making a mini quilt.  You can make as many as you want and they take up hardly any storage space at all.

Click here to get the free pattern and tutorial: Striped Heart Mini Quilt

[photo from Crafty Staci]

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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:

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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.

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