The Beginner Quilt That Only Needs One Layer Cake

Robert Brown · 2026-10-13

### A Quilt That Feels Like a Breeze Summer heat can make you want to hide indoors, but that's the perfect excuse to start a new quilt. The latest addition to the Shortcut Quilt Series is called Layer Cake Shade, and it's designed to be a beginner-friendly project that leans into traditional piecing with sweet, rosy tones. You can start sewing right away because it uses precuts, which means less cutting and more stitching. ### Why This Quilt Is Perfect for Beginners If you've never made a quilt before, the Layer Cake Shade is a great place to start. You only need one Layer Cake (a precut bundle of 10-inch squares) and some background fabric. That's it. Before you know it, you'll have a quilt top pieced together and ready to cuddle under. The pattern is free, and there's a video tutorial to walk you through every step. So even if you're new to quilting, you won't feel lost. > "With just one Layer Cake and some background fabric, you can have a new quilt top pieced up and ready to cuddle up under in no time!" ### The Fabric That Makes It Shine For our version, we used the Le Jardin Rouge collection by French General for Moda Fabrics. The blocks are filled with signature French reds, warm neutrals, and elegant florals that give the quilt depth and old-world character. It's a timeless look that works in any home. If you want to make one just like ours, you can pick up the Layer Cake Shade Quilt Kit and matching Backing Set. ### Never Run Out of Layer Cakes If you love working with Layer Cakes, you might want to join the Layer Cake Club. It delivers one Layer Cake to your door each month, featuring a new collection from Moda Fabrics. Plus, you save 12% off the price compared to buying them individually. Who doesn't love cake showing up at their doorstep? It's a fun way to build your stash and discover new fabrics. ### Share Your Creation We hope you enjoy sewing up this project. When you're done, share your work using #LayerCakeShade on Facebook and Instagram, and tag @fatquartershop so we don't miss it. Happy quilting!