This Beginner Quilt Pattern Turns One Jelly Roll Into a 60-Inch Gem

Emily Davis · 2026-09-15

Today's quilt is ready to shine — and it just might become the gem of your season. The Jelly Roll Gems Quilt Pattern is available as a free PDF, and it comes with a free video tutorial so you can follow along stitch by stitch. ### What Makes Jelly Roll Gems So Beginner-Friendly Jelly Roll Gems finishes at a dazzling 60.5 inches by 60.5 inches, which is a generous throw size for your couch or guest bed. With just one Jelly Roll and some background fabric, you can have a stunning quilt top in no time. If you want yours to look just like ours, keep an eye out for the Jelly Roll Gems Quilt Kit and the matching Backing Set — they're coming soon. We sewed ours with Handmade Sweetness by My Sew Quilty Life for Moda Fabrics to celebrate the softer side of life. A sweet collection like this really makes the gem designs sparkle. You can sign up to be notified when it comes in stock. ### A Little Story About Why This Pattern Works I remember the first time I tried a gem-inspired quilt. I was convinced the angled pieces would be a nightmare. But here's the thing: when the fabric strips are already cut to size, the whole process feels less like math and more like play. That's exactly what Jelly Roll Gems does. It takes the guesswork out of precuts and lets you focus on the fun part — watching the pattern come together. ### Love Jelly Rolls? There's a Club for That The Jelly Roll Club is the best way to get one delivered to your door each month. Who doesn't love when cake shows up at your doorstep? This club delivers one Jelly Roll per month, featuring a new collection from Moda Fabrics. Plus, you'll save 12% off the price compared to purchasing this precut individually. That's a sweet deal for anyone who sews regularly. ### Quick Tips Before You Start - Press your seams as you go — it makes a huge difference in how flat your quilt top lies. - Use a quarter-inch foot if you have one; consistent seams are your friend. - Don't skip the video tutorial. Even if you're an experienced quilter, seeing the steps in motion can save you time. - Chain-piece your units if you're comfortable — it speeds up the process and keeps things organized. ### Share Your Work We hope you enjoy sewing up this project. Please share your work using #JellyRollGems and #NationalJellyRollDay on Facebook and Instagram, and tag @fatquartershop so we don't miss it. Happy quilting!