Hens and Chicks Quilt: Master Perfect Points with This Free Block

Editorial Team · 2026-10-25

Welcome back to our Classic & Vintage Quilt Series! Today, we're piecing together a flock of fun quilt blocks with the Hens and Chicks Quilt—a timeless pattern that's perfect for intermediate quilters. Don't let all those points ruffle your feathers! Our free video tutorial will show you how to piece each block with precision, so you can create a beautiful quilt that'll be the envy of your sewing circle. ### The Hens and Chicks Quilt Pattern The Hens and Chicks Quilt Pattern comes in two sizes: a lap quilt and a runner. It's designed for intermediate quilters who love perfectly matched points and are poke-a-pin pros. This lap quilt uses just three prints, making it a great stash-buster for your unused yardage. If you want to make one exactly like ours, you can pick up the Hens and Chicks Quilt Kit and matching Backing Set. We used the Wildbriar collection by Sweetfire Road for Moda Fabrics. The distilled color palette in this collection gives us a glimpse of the sun-dappled wonder that awaits beyond the garden gate. ### The Hens and Chicks Quilt Block This fat quarter-friendly block uses the magic of strip piecing to create a cute block that measures 18.5" x 18.5" unfinished. With just two fabrics and a background in each block, this Classic & Vintage block is a great way to showcase your favorite collections. With Kimberly as your guide in our step-by-step video tutorial, your roost will be full of these fun blocks before you know it. > "The Hens and Chicks block is one of those patterns that looks complex but comes together beautifully with strip piecing. It's a joy to sew!" – Kimberly ### Tips for Perfect Points - Always sew with a scant 1/4" seam allowance. - Press seams open to reduce bulk and improve accuracy. - Pin generously—especially at intersections. - Use a stiletto to guide fabric under the needle. - Take your time; precision matters more than speed. We hope you enjoy sewing with this free Hens and Chicks Block Pattern! Please share your work using #FQSHensAndChicksQuilt on Facebook and Instagram, and tag @fatquartershop so we can see it. Happy quilting!