Gratitude quilt

The story of the Gratitude quilt

I associate gratitude with kindness, peace of mind and optimism.

Peace of mind comes with the ability to put our worries in perspective, as if blown away by the wind. Similarly, gratitude and kindness often introduce a deep sense of optimism in our lives, which itself acts as a backdrop to new opportunities.

This image inspired me to design the Gratitude quilt using vibrant, uplifting colours. The windmill blocks represent the beneficial wind blowing all worries away and the flying geese blocks symbolise the promise of multiple new opportunities. So this design offers an extra dose of feel good factor, both for you and the recipient.

Specifications

• Experience level: advanced beginner

• The pattern is based on 3 blocks, thoughtfully created to minimise fabric waste.

• Machine piecing friendly

• 4 sizes: baby, crib, throw, twin

• Available on www.quiltink.com colouring sheet

PDF Delivery: A link to download the pattern will be emailed to you when the purchase is complete.

The Gratitude Quilt is an original design from @indigo_shima.

Inspiration board and pattern testers

Image #1: Original pattern, made by the designer. Solids and repurposed clothes

Image #2: Baby size | Robert Kaufman Essex linen and repurposed Patagonia plaid shirts, made by @acorncornerquilts

Image #3: Throw size | Cotton, made by @miekeduyck

Image #4: Crib size | Kaffe Fassett and Moda Grunge cotton, made by @laurahillaker

Image #5: Baby size | Cotton, made by @auroraa1714

Image #6: Throw size | Cotton, made by @saplingsewing

Image #7: Crib size | Kaffe Fassett and Moda Grunge cotton, made by @laurahillaker

Image #8: Throw size | Robert Kaufman Essex linen, made by @alamode.makes

Image #9: Throw size | Robert Kaufman Essex linen, made by @firstsprucehandmade

Image #10: Crib size | Cotton, made by @nansiid

Image #11: Twin size | Robert Kaufman Essex linen, made by @_vanessa.griffin