Hens and Chicks Quilt: The Free Block Tutorial You'll Love

Editorial Team · 2026-10-25

Welcome back to our Classic & Vintage Quilt Series! Today, we're diving into the Hens and Chicks Quilt—a pattern that's been charming quilters for generations. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an intermediate quilter looking for your next challenge, this one's for you. And the best part? We've got a free quilt block tutorial to guide you every step of the way. ### What Makes the Hens and Chicks Quilt Special? The Hens and Chicks Quilt is all about precision and playful points. Don't let the thought of matching all those points ruffle your feathers—with a bit of practice and our video tutorial, you'll be piecing like a pro. The pattern comes in two sizes: a lap quilt and a runner, so you can choose the project that fits your time and space. What's more, the lap quilt uses just three prints, making it a fantastic stash-buster. If you want to replicate ours exactly, 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—its distilled color palette evokes the sun-dappled wonder of a garden beyond the gate. ### The Hens and Chicks Quilt Block: Fat Quarter-Friendly Fun The block itself is a gem. It's fat quarter-friendly and uses strip piecing to create an 18.5" x 18.5" unfinished block. With just two fabrics and a background, it's a wonderful way to showcase your favorite collections. Kimberly walks you through the process in our step-by-step video tutorial, so you'll have a roost full of these blocks in no time. ### Tips for Perfect Points - **Starch and press:** A little starch can work wonders for keeping your fabric stable. - **Pin strategically:** Use pins at every intersection to keep seams aligned. - **Sew slowly:** A steady pace helps maintain accuracy. - **Check your seam allowance:** A scant 1/4" is key to perfect points. ### Share Your Work We'd love to see your Hens and Chicks blocks! Share your progress using #FQSHensAndChicksQuilt on Facebook and Instagram, and tag @fatquartershop. Your creations inspire us! ### Get Started Today Ready to add this classic block to your repertoire? Download the free Hens and Chicks Block Pattern and watch the video tutorial. Before you know it, you'll have a beautiful quilt that's sure to become a family heirloom. Happy quilting!