Week 3 of the Sewing Machine Love Quilt Along Gets Scrappy

James Davis · 2026-10-26

Week three of the Sewing Machine Love Quilt Along is here, and things are getting delightfully scrappy. This is the week we piece together the Patchwork Quilt block, and honestly, it might be my favorite part so far. If you missed week two, we put together the Sewing Machine block, which becomes the sweet centerpiece of the whole quilt. So if you're just jumping in now, no worries. You can catch up fast. ### What You're Actually Making Before we dive into the scraps, let's talk about the finish line. The Sewing Machine Love Quilt finishes at 46.5 inches by 58.5 inches, a cozy, throw-sized pictorial quilt that celebrates something every quilter understands: the love we have for our machines and the love we pass along through the things we make. It features the Bloomsberry collection by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics, which gives it that soft, vintage-meets-fresh feel. ### Still Need Supplies? You've Got Time Haven't gathered your supplies yet? Take a breath, because there's still plenty of time to sew along. Here's everything you'll need to keep pace with the group: - Sewing Machine Love Quilt Kit - Sewing Machine Love Backing Set - Sewing Machine Love Downloadable PDF Pattern (a Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive) - Sewing Machine Love Binding Keeper (a Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive) Grab those and you're set. The pattern walks you through every block, so you're never guessing what comes next. ### Why the Patchwork Block Matters Here's the thing about this week's block. It's called Patchwork for a reason. You're working with smaller pieces, mixing prints, and building something that looks a little chaotic up close but comes together beautifully from a distance. Kind of like quilting itself, right? A pile of scraps becomes a keepsake. Take your time with the seams here. Small pieces reward careful pressing and a consistent quarter-inch seam allowance. If your blocks come out a touch off, don't panic. Trim and square as you go, and the final assembly will thank you. > "A quilt is a hug you can keep." It sounds simple, but it's the whole reason we do this. ### Join the Quilt Along (Yes, Really) It's not too late to join the fun. Everyone can sew along, and we genuinely hope you will. Start with week one's blocks if you're behind, then work your way forward at your own pace. When you share your progress, use #SewingMachineLoveQAL so the rest of us can cheer you on. Seeing everyone's fabric choices and color combos is half the fun. So pull out those scraps, fire up the machine, and let's make week three count. Your Patchwork Quilt block is waiting.