This downloadable baby quilt pattern includes detailed, step by step, instructions and color illustrations on how to make this quilt from beginning to end. This quilt pattern: Can be used to make a quilt or a wall hanging Can be put together in 2 to 3 days, depending on your experience Finished size is approximately 40" x 40" See below for details Step 1 - Covers items you will need: Fabric - pattern tells exactly how much of each fabric you will need Quilt batting Hand Quilting thread All purpose thread Sewing machine Quilting needle Quilting hoop (or frames) - these instructions explain how to use a quilting hoop Scissors Straight pins Safety pins Thimble (optional) Step 2 - Has the actual pattern pieces for you to cut out Step 3 - Tells you how many of each pattern to cut out Step 4 - Covers sewing the quilt top together. Applique hearts onto octagons Make blocks Sew blocks together to make rows Sew rows together Sew on a border to complete the quilt top - this border does not have to be mitered! This step also has diagrams to illustrate each step. It's like having somebody "hold your hand" through the whole thing. Step 5 - Explains how to quilt using a quilting hoop Step 6 - Tells you how to bind the quilt with a handkerchief edge. All throughout this pattern are little tips to tell you the best way to do things to make everything work out just right!
