Your Fat Quarter Stash Is Begging for This 30-Minute Quilt Pattern

Sarah Miller · 2026-07-13

You know that stack of fat quarters sitting on your shelf? The ones you told yourself you’d use “someday”? Well, someday just arrived. The newest addition to the Shortcut Quilt Series—the Fat Quarter Quiche Quilt—is here, and it’s designed to turn those fabric bundles into a finished quilt faster than you can bake a quiche. This pattern is for everyone. Beginners will love how straightforward it is, and experienced quilters will appreciate the speed. You can start sewing right away, and the best part? The pattern is completely free. Plus, there’s a step-by-step video tutorial from Fat Quarter Shop to walk you through every seam. ### What Makes the Fat Quarter Quiche Quilt Special? This isn’t just another quilt pattern. It’s built around the fat quarter—a precut fabric piece that’s roughly 18 by 22 inches. With just 12 fat quarters and some background fabric, you can piece together a quilt in no time. The pattern comes in four sizes: Crib, Lap, Twin, and Queen. So whether you’re making a baby gift or a bed-sized throw, you’ve got options. - **Crib:** Perfect for a new arrival or a small wall hanging. - **Lap:** Great for cozying up on the couch. - **Twin:** Ideal for a guest room or a teen’s bed. - **Queen:** A full-sized statement piece for your master bedroom. ### The Fabric We Used We sewed our version with the True Love collection by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics. The soft blues and lush greens give it a calming, summer-in-the-country vibe. But honestly, this pattern works with any fat quarter bundle you have. Go bold with brights, or keep it neutral—the design shines either way. ### How to Get Started Download the free pattern and grab your supplies. If you want to make it exactly like ours, there’s a Fat Quarter Quiche Quilt Kit available, along with a matching backing set. Everything you need in one click. ### Love Fat Quarters? Join the Club If you’re the kind of quilter who can’t resist a fresh bundle of fabric, the Fat Quarter Clubs are for you. Every month, 12 fat quarters from a new collection show up at your door. You save 12% compared to buying them individually, and there’s nothing quite like the thrill of fabric arriving in the mail. > “The best quilts start with a single fat quarter and a little bit of courage.” ### Share Your Work We can’t wait to see what you make. Share your finished quilt on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #FatQuarterQuiche and tag @fatquartershop so we don’t miss it. Your creation might inspire someone else to dig into their stash. Happy quilting!