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Panel "Snuggle" Quilt
A handmade quilt is a lovely project to create for yourself, or as a gift to someone special. Creating a quilt can sometimes be overwhelming, but with our step by step instructions, you'll be finishing a panel quilt before you know it.
With 9 different block squares, this quilt project is perfect to showcase some cute embroidery for children or create a theme.
The finished quilt size is approximately 42" square.
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS
- ½ metre of white, cream or neutral fabric to showcase the embroidery = Pieces A, B & C
- 1½ metre of fabric that compliments your embroidery = Pieces D, E F, G, H, J
- 1½ metre backing fabric = Piece I
Cut requirements
A - 9 x (8 inches x 8 inches)
B - 2 x (1½ inches x 31 inches)
C - 2 x (1½ inches by 33 inches)
D - 6 x (2½ inches x 8 inches)
E - 4 x (2½ inches x 27 inches)
F - 2 x (2½ inches x 31 inches)
G - 2 x (4½ inches x 33 inches)
H - 2 x (4½ inches x 41 inches)
I -1 x (42 inches x 42 inches)
J - 5 x (2½ inches x 42 inches)
EMBROIDERING YOUR BLOCKS
1. 
Take the white A pieces and embroider as desired (hoop fabric with Softaway/Tearaway or See Through Cutaway)
CONSTRUCTION OF YOUR QUILT TOP
We will be using a ¼ inch seam throughout the entire construction of this quilt.
1. With right sides together and using ¼ inch seams throughout, join the 6 x A pieces to the 6 x D pieces along each right-hand side long edge.
2. On the wrong side, press all seams toward each coloured D piece.
3. Make 3 strips; joining 2 x AB pieces and 1 x A piece, with right sides together as follows:
Press all seams towards the coloured sashing.
4. Using 4 x E pieces join the 3 constructed strips with right sides together, as shown to make 1 piece.
5. Join 2 x F pieces with right sides together, along each side of the large piece.
Press all seams towards the coloured sashing.
6. Join white B pieces to the top and bottom then C pieces to sides, as shown.
Press all seams towards the coloured sashing.
7. Join the remaining coloured border G pieces, right sides together, along the top and bottom edges and then, with right sides together, join the H pieces along each side edge.
8. Press all seams and your quilt top is now ready to bind. With right sides together, join all of the binding (J) pieces, and iron in half along the width. Then with right sides facing, sandwich together and pin into place the quilt top, the batting and the I piece (backing).
9. Quilt as desired and then attach the binding (J) to the front of the quilt, aligning all raw edges. Fold over to the back of the quilt and then hand-sew into place using a blind hemstitch.
QUILT INSPIRATION
DONATE SOME TO A CHARITY
These quilts can also be donated to charity. If you want to contribute to a great cause, the charities listed below accept handmade quilts for their patients. Just send your creations in to the mailing address provided.
Are you a charity that would accept this item? Contact us to have your details added here.
Queensland
Little Stars Kids
Address:
Corporate House, Gasworks
Lobby 1, Level 2, 76 Skyring Terrace,
Newstead QLD 4006
Australia
The quilts will be donated to children aged from 3-12 years old and base colour suggestions are navy/red for boys and green/pink for girls. As the age range is varied, minimal use of overly patterned fabrics is preferred.
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout Queensland →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
New South Wales
Aussie Heroes
Address:
PO Box 248
Cherrybrook NSW 2126
Australia
You will need to ensure that your project complies with Aussie Heroes' requirements. View quilt specifics here →
Wauchope Patchwork Quilters
Address:
PO Box 100
Wauchope NSW 2446
Australia
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the charity requirements. View the quilt specifics here →
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout New South Wales →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
South Australia
Mary Potter Foundation Inc
Address:
Connery House
Calvary North Adelaide Hospital
89 Strangways Terrace
North Adelaide SA 5006
Australia
The Mary Potter Foundation ask that any quilt donation is close to 48" square using lightweight thin wadding.
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout South Australia →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
Victoria
Lifes Little Treasures
Address:
Life’s Little Treasures Foundation
1/21 Eugene Terrace
Ringwood, VIC 3134
Australia
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following rules, as these donations will be going to vulnerable babies.
- Please only use new materials
- Materials need to be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- Item cannot have any potential choking hazards such as buttons, beads, hems or rhinestones attached
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout
Victoria →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence
Various locations
View contact details →
Western Australia
Comfort Quilts Against Cancer
Address:
Comfort Quilts Against Cancer
PO Box 966
Northam WA 6401
Australia
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout Western Australia →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
Tasmania
Ronald McDonald House
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Tasmania →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
Australian Capital Territory
Ronald McDonald House
View locations throughout ACT →
You will need to ensure that your project complies with the following requirements, as these donations will be going to vulnerable children at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- Quilt is between 100cm and 110cm square
- Only new materials are to be used
- The quilt must be clean and free from chemicals, smoke and pet hair
- The quilt must not have any choking hazards like buttons, beads, gems or rhinestones
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