Get your party drink ready… I have my extra-strong coffee ☕ in hand, and I am so excited to finally share all the details about my newest quilt pattern — Constellation Crumb Quilt. KEEP READING UNTIL THE END AND YOU WILL FIND THE PARTY FUN!
Let’s Celebrate A Study in Color, Scraps, and Letting Go
This quilt is truly a study in so many things.
First, it is a study in color and how to create a successful gradient. The design moves from incredibly light pink all the way to a deep, rich purple. In between those two extremes are bright pinks, orange-pinks, berry tones, soft purples, and many subtle transitions that make the stars glow.
In the pattern, I walk you through how to organize your fabrics so you can create a smooth color flow without feeling overwhelmed by your scrap piles.
The second study is crumb piecing. This technique can feel a little hard to wrap your head around because it is less structured than traditional patchwork. But once it clicks, it becomes incredibly fun — and freeing.
There is something magical about sewing together small, leftover bits of fabric and watching them transform into bold, modern shapes. Crumb piecing encourages you to let go of perfection, trust your instincts, and simply enjoy the creative journey.
And yes… this quilt helped me put a major dent in my pink and white scraps.
Inspired by Scrap Happens
This design fits perfectly into my Scrap Happens lecture and classes, where we embrace the chaos, creativity, and joy of sewing with scraps. I taught this lecture and workshop back in January, and it looked a little different than in past years.
Previously, I taught the class over three separate days. This time, it was condensed into just one full day, which challenged me to completely rethink and restructure the experience. I simplified the end goal with just one project, but I still show off many other ideas on how you can use your scraps. This quilt becoming a major talking point and hopefully it’s own class.
Constellation Crumb Quilt Details
In this quilt, I used all my favorite things!
🧵 Hobbs Poly Blend batting
🧶 Aurifil thread — you know I love that iconic orange spool
🌈 A boatload of scrap fabrics
This pattern includes three sizes, making it easy to choose the project that fits your space and your scrap collection:
⭐ Wall Hanging — 21″ x 21″
⭐ Throw — 63″ x 63″
⭐ Queen — 105″ x 105″
It is designed to be an easy and enjoyable introduction to crumb piecing, while still offering plenty of creative freedom for more experienced quilters.
Pattern Extras
The pattern also includes a special extras link filled with fun and helpful resources:
🎨 Coloring guides to help you plan your gradients
✨ Ideas and inspiration for making the most of your crumb-piecing sessions
Giveaway Time 🎁
Let’s celebrate this release together!
👉 Leave a comment on this post to be entered into a giveaway for:
The prize? A bundle of 10 fat quarters and A mini Oliso iron
I can’t wait to hear what you think of the pattern and how you plan to tackle your scrap piles.
So grab your drink, turn on your sewing machine, and let’s turn those scraps into something beautiful.
Happy sewing — and remember… Scrap Happens. 💖🧵
