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

Michael Miller · 2026-09-07

### A Table Topper That's Almost Too Cute to Use You know that feeling when you finish a project and immediately want to make another one? That's exactly what the Little Birdie Table Topper does. It's the latest addition to the Quilt As You Go lineup, and it brings a touch of seasonal charm to any table without eating up your whole weekend. The best part? The pattern comes free with your Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template. So if you've already got the template, you're halfway there. If you're ready to try this project, keep reading. I'll walk you through the supplies, the process, and why this might become your new favorite quick make. ### What You'll Need for the Little Birdie Table Topper Before you start, gather these supplies. Trust me, having everything within arm's reach makes the whole process smoother. - Little Birdie Quilt As You Go Template - 10-inch 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-inch Easy Action Pinking Shears If you're wondering about precuts, the template plays nicely with Layer Cakes, Charm Packs, and Jolly Bars. And there's a free size guide PDF you can download to figure out exactly how many precuts and batting squares you need for different quilt sizes. For our sample, we used Birch & Willow by Sherri & Chelsi for Moda Fabrics. It's a gorgeous collection, and if you want to replicate our look, that's the way to go. ### How to Sew the Little Birdie Table Topper In the video tutorial, Kimberly walks you through every step of making this table topper using the Little Birdie template. She also points out all the classic quilt blocks you can create with this template, which is a nice bonus. This notion is beginner-friendly, so even if you're new to Quilt As You Go, you'll be flying through it in no time. The process is straightforward, and the results look like you spent way more time than you actually did. > "The Little Birdie Table Topper is one of those projects that makes you feel like a pro, even if you're just starting out." ### More Quilt As You Go Projects Are Coming We've got plenty more patterns and video tutorials in the works featuring the other Quilt As You Go Templates. So now's a great time to stock up on templates, dig into your stash, and get comfortable with this technique. Once you try it, you'll see why Quilt As You Go is such a game-changer. It's portable, it's forgiving, and it makes you look like you've been quilting for years. ### Share Your Creations We love seeing what you make. When you finish your Little Birdie Table Topper (or any other Quilt As You Go project), tag @FatQuarterShop in your photos. We don't want to miss a thing. And if you're not already following along, stay connected with Fat Quarter Shop for more tips, tutorials, and inspiration. There's always something new coming down the pipeline. So grab your template, pick your fabrics, and give this table topper a try. It's a fun, fast project that adds a little handmade happiness to your home.