Quilting
Baby Quilts
Free baby quilt patterns: charm square, strip and big-block flannel quilts in crib and play-mat sizes, with yardage, cutting charts and soft, washable fabric choices.
Easy Strip Baby Quilt Free Pattern
Charm Square Baby Quilt Free Pattern (Beginner)
About this collection
The perfect first quilt. A baby quilt is small enough to finish quickly and big enough to teach every step: cutting, piecing, basting, quilting and binding.
Sizes. A crib quilt is around 36 x 52 inches; a play mat is closer to 40 x 40. Each pattern gives the finished size and how to make it bigger or smaller.
Soft and safe. Pre-wash cotton or flannel, choose a soft backing, and quilt densely enough to hold the batting through many washes. Babies under 12 months should sleep without quilts, so use them for play time, the stroller or as a keepsake.
Matching gifts. Pair a quilt with a bib and burp cloth set from Baby & Kids Sewing.
Questions about baby quilts
What size is a crib quilt?
A crib quilt is usually about 36 x 52 in (91 x 132 cm), close to the size of a standard crib mattress.
What fabric is best for a baby quilt?
Soft, pre-washed quilting cotton or cotton flannel for the top, and flannel or minky for a cosy backing.
Is a quilt safe for a newborn to sleep with?
No. Safe sleep guidance says babies under 12 months should sleep without blankets or quilts. Use baby quilts for supervised play time, tummy time, the stroller or as a keepsake.
How many fat quarters do I need for a baby quilt?
About 16 to 20 fat quarters for the top of a 36 x 52 in baby quilt, depending on the block size.
