Pretty Birds Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman

Bring Tropical Birds to Life with the Pretty Birds Quilt Pattern!

The Pretty Birds Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman showcases a vibrant array of tropical birds that will add a creative splash of color to any room. This pattern features Cockatoos, Toucans, Cockatiels, Macaws, and Lorikeets, all made using conventional patchwork techniques. No templates or paper pieceing required!

Key Features:

• Tropical Bird Sampler Quilt: Create a quilt featuring five unique bird blocks: Cockatoo, Toucan, Cockatiel, Macaw, and Lorikeet. The pattern includes instructions for both a small quilt (36″ x 41″) and a large quilt (69″ x 79″), bringing a happy and colorful family of birds to your home.
• Conventional Piecing Techniques: Enjoy the simplicity of standard machine sewing without the need for complex templates or paper piecing methods.
• Pre-Cut Friendly: Compatible with fat quarters, making fabric selection and preparation straightforward and efficient.

Materials Needed:

• Colorful Bird Fabrics:
  • Small Quilt: 10 fat quarters (18″ x 21″ each) divided by color into 2 groups of 5
  • Large Quilt: 40 fat quarters (18″ x 21″ each) divided by color into 8 groups of 5
• Light Solid Detail Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 1/4 yard
  • Large Quilt: 3/8 yard
• Dark Solid Detail Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 1/8 yard
  • Large Quilt: 1/8 yard
• Perch Detail Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 1/8 yard
  • Large Quilt: 3/8 yard
• Background Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 1-1/2 yards
  • Large Quilt: 4-1/2 yards
• Backing Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 1-1/4 yards*
  • Large Quilt: 4-7/8 yards
• Binding Fabric:
  • Small Quilt: 3/8 yard
  • Large Quilt: 5/8 yard
• Batting:
  • Small Quilt: 40″ x 45″
  • Large Quilt: 73″ x 83″

*Backing fabric for the small quilt should be at least 44″ wide.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Vibrant and Fun: The colorful bird designs add a lively touch to this quilt, making it perfect for any room or as a great gift for bird lovers.
• Versatile Projects: The pattern includes instructions for both a small and a large quilt, offering two options to showcase your creativity.
• Easy to Follow: With detailed instructions and a straightforward approach, this pattern is suitable for quilters familiar with rotary cutting and patchwork piecing.

The Pretty Birds Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman is an excellent way to bring the beauty of tropical birds into your home. Whether you create a cozy quilt for yourself or a decorative piece for a loved one, this pattern provides all the guidance you need to achieve stunning results.

Printed Paper Pattern

Finished Size: 36″ x 41″ or 69″ x 79″

Final Product: Quilt

Technique Used: Conventional quilt block piecing and standard machine sewing

Skill Level: Intermediate

Get started on your tropical bird quilt today and enjoy the creative process of bringing this beautiful design to life!