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

Eleanor Vance · 2026-09-07

You know that feeling when you finish a quilt and immediately want to make another? That's exactly what happened when we first tried the Little Birdie Table Topper. It's one of those projects that looks impressive but comes together so quickly you'll wonder why you didn't start sooner. And here's the best part: the pattern is free with your Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template. So if you're ready to add a touch of seasonal charm to your table, keep reading. We'll walk you through everything you need and show you Kimberly's step-by-step video tutorial. ### What You'll Need for the Little Birdie Table Topper Before you dive in, gather your supplies. Trust us, having everything within arm's reach makes the process smooth and enjoyable. - 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 You'll also want to check out the free Quilt As You Go Templates Size Guide PDF. It helps you figure out exactly how many precuts and batting squares you need for different quilt sizes. No more guessing! ### Compatible Precuts Make It Even Easier One of the things we love about this template is how well it plays with precuts. You can use: - Layer Cakes - Charm Packs - Jolly Bars For our sample, we used Birch & Willow by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. It's a gorgeous collection, and if you want to recreate our exact look, that's the one to grab. ### How to Sew the Little Birdie Table Topper In the video below, Kimberly walks you through the entire process. She shows you how to use the Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template step by step. She also points out all the classic quilt blocks you can make with this template – it's surprisingly versatile. Even if you're new to Quilt As You Go, you'll be flying through this project in no time. The template is beginner-friendly and designed to make your life easier. > "I've tried other quilt-as-you-go methods, but this template made it click for me. I finished my table topper in a weekend!" – A happy quilter ### Just Wait Until You See What's Next We have tons of cute patterns and video tutorials coming soon featuring the other Quilt As You Go Templates. So stock up on them now, use up some of your stash, and get familiar with this amazing notion. Before you know it, you'll be making your new favorite quilts. We can't wait to see what you create. Be sure to tag @FatQuarterShop in your photos so we don't miss a thing. Stay connected for more inspiration and tips!