Little Birdie Table Topper: Your Next Quilt As You Go Obsession

William Moore · 2026-09-07

If you're anything like me, you're always on the lookout for a quilting project that's equal parts cute and quick. Well, friend, I've got just the thing: the Little Birdie Table Topper. It's the latest addition to the Quilt As You Go family, and trust me, it's a game-changer for adding a touch of seasonal charm to your table without spending weeks on it. ### What's the Little Birdie Table Topper? This adorable table topper is made using the Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template, and the best part? The pattern is included for free as a printed pattern with your template. So you can dive right in as soon as you get your hands on it. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or just starting out, this project is designed to be beginner-friendly and oh-so-satisfying. ### Supplies You'll Need Before you start, gather these supplies. I've listed them out so you can check your stash and see what you already have: - Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template - 10″ Squares – 12 Pack of 80/20 Silky Blend Happy Cloud Quilt Batting - Sewline Blue Fabric Water Soluble Glue Pen - Clover Blue Water Soluble Marker - Fiskars 10.5″ Easy Action Pinking Shears Don't have these notions yet? No worries—they're easy to find online or at your local quilt shop. And if you're wondering about precuts, the template works beautifully with Layer Cakes, Charm Packs, and Jolly Bars. Plus, there's a free size guide PDF you can download to figure out exactly how many precuts and batting squares you'll need for different quilt sizes. ### Step-by-Step Video Tutorial Now, let's talk about the fun part: actually making it. Kimberly from Fat Quarter Shop walks you through the entire process in a free video tutorial. She shows you how to use the Little Birdie template to create the table topper, and she also points out all the classic quilt blocks you can make with it. Seriously, this template is versatile! In the video, Kimberly uses Birch & Willow by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. If you want to make one just like hers, that's the fabric line to grab. But feel free to put your own spin on it—that's the beauty of quilting, right? ### Why You'll Love This Project Here's the thing: Quilt As You Go is one of those techniques that sounds intimidating but is actually super forgiving. You're quilting as you piece, which means no wrestling a huge quilt through your machine at the end. The Little Birdie Table Topper is a perfect introduction to the method, and it comes together fast. Before you know it, you'll have a charming piece to dress up your table for any season. ### What's Next? This is just the beginning. There are tons of other Quilt As You Go templates and patterns coming your way. So if you fall in love with this one (and you will), keep an eye out for more. Stock up on templates, dig into your stash, and get comfortable with this amazing notion. Your future quilts will thank you. And hey, when you make your Little Birdie Table Topper, be sure to share it! Tag @FatQuarterShop in your photos so we can see your beautiful work. We can't wait to see what you create. Happy quilting!