Fat Quarter Mixer Quilt - FREE pattern - quick, easy and beginner friendly

The Fat Quarter Mixer is a quick and easy quilt that is perfect for beginners. The pattern includes fabric requirements for SIX different quilt sizes up to 90” square. #fatquartermixerquilt
Fabric I used is Bootylicious by Dear Stella and purchased from my favorite quilt shop Crimson Tate - www.crimsontate.com/ and here is a link to their beautiful fabric bundles - www.crimsontate.com/shop/Proj...
Pattern download link - drive.google.com/file/d/186Sd...
Ruler used - amzn.to/34AYRGU
Rotary cutter - amzn.to/34B7alV
My favorite pins - amzn.to/3cqHA8y
My website - www.materialgirlquilts.com
More tutorials available here - materialgirlquilts.com/tutorials
The above includes affiliate links.
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[@lc3722]

I love this video! She so works slowly and is easy to follow. The fact that she didn’t edit out the crooked cut makes me feel more confident to make a goof and deal with it 😊.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@julbea]

Thanks for the pattern. This has jumped to number one next to make!

[@cynthiajones1461]

Wonderful pattern, love that it has a larger piece for those fabrics you want to showcase, also love that it has so little waste. I really appreciate that your videos are so easy to follow and you get right down to business. So glad I found your channel.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you Cynthia!! 😊 I sure appreciate your kind words and feedback!

[@caroletgen3303]

Thank you for the wonderful pattern! I have so many pieces of material that aren’t necessarily fat quarters, but I can use to make this type of pattern. Break down that stash! ❤

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Enjoy!

[@lindaregan8602]

Thank you. This is perfect for fat quarters you love and want to leave in larger pieces.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yes, I agree it's perfect for those special fabrics!!

[@anniedavis6877]

I love the fact that you have the Big Blocks together to make one big block cool like the other lady said showcase your material and patterns thank you

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks!

[@cherylbaney1287]

Great pattern! Your instructional videos are done very well....easy to follow and no nonsense , thank you!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate them ❤️

[@MsAmberSunshine]

I really like this pattern. when I get caught up with UFO'S I definitely want to make this one with different color ways. Thank you for your tutorials, clear and concise.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You’re welcome 😊

[@loriv895]

This is perfect for the camping bundle I have been building for my grandson! Thank you! Excuse me....I have to go and count my fqs! 😜

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Oh, that sounds perfect!! Can’t wait to see your version ❣️

[@lindseystelly2737]

This is a great pattern!! Especially for helping any beginner to learn straight line sewing! And it can show off any fabric for the big blocks! Thanks So much!!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks Lindsey!!

[@SuperPoelover]

Oh my goodness--rookie error! I've made 14 twin "strip quilts" for my grands over the last 14 years--no quiliting skills needed. So, I'm recently retired and thought, for this newest g'girl (who has 6 big brothers!), I'd step up my game. I've been collecting fabrics for 2 years (no fat rolls), but knew I could adapt. Calculated what I neded for a 60x75 quilt and realized i needed 30 squares. So I began to cut-30 sets, not realizing that each set makes 2 squares! i only needed 15 sets. I'm both annoyed with myself, but relieved. Now I have an extra set for another complete quilt. Maybe baby Lydia will have a baby sister one day. So grateful for this wonderful tutorial! Don't be like me.🤣

[@mahlemade]

I love Crimson Tate! Unlike any other quilt shop I’ve been in. I always visit when I travel to Indy.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

They are the best!!!

[@clombard7134]

Hi Amanda! This pattern is awesome for beginner quilters and for the fabrics that are too beautiful to cut into small pieces. Thank you for the tutorial!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks so much, I totally agree!

[@patriciagoddard9674]

Just received the fabric for this pattern. Great for teenage grandsons.

[@suemosley]

Love this pattern! As a beginner I may try this ❤

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You can absolutely do it!

[@victoriakosar6480]

My brother, who is 60, asked me to teach him to sew. We found your tutorial which is perfect for him as a beginner. Thank you!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

That is awesome! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@cindywasche3040]

So happy I found your channel, I absolutely love all your quilt patterns, and so thankful you offer free printable ones!! So kind of you. Your instructions are easy to follow and you do a fantastic job of teaching . THANK YOU

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Such a beautiful quilt top. Thank you for sharing!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!!

[@doyoder2776]

Thanks for the free pattern. So very similar to the Turning Twenty pattern I love.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are welcome and yes it is similar!

[@jo-anneschindler3378]

I love this pattern. It will be a great one to use with my fat quarters! Thank you so much!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

So glad you like it!

[@karenpettinger6592]

I’m planning to make the 60 x 75” quilt for a tablecloth, under clear vinyl of course. I’ve been searching for something quick, easy, and the right size.💕

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Sounds great!

[@debbiedouglas2264]

I loved your video! Thank you for sharing your patterns using the fat quarters!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks Debbie, glad you liked it!

[@ruthwilson7451]

Love this quilt pattern!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@jackielam6284]

Such a doable quilt. I know several teens who will love it.

[@gailroutt360]

A very nice children’s quilt! Thank you😍

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@sweetcake405]

Awesome use of fat quarters, love ypur colors, thanks for the pattern

[@denisepineda1788]

Thanks for sharing this simple quilt. It looks great.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks!

[@mariedunne4582]

Great pattern! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks! So glad you like it!

[@jenysanta7718]

Amazing!!! That's what I was looking for. Clear instructions, easy to follow. Thank you so much Amanda 🙏🙏😁💞💞🌷🌼

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MiMi-si5nk]

Love this pattern,I’ve been quilting for many years but only now starting to do precut fabrics. Thanks for the pattern on my list for sure. Love your explanation, Gert. Canada🇨🇦

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks so much!!

[@chrissys7332]

Love the flamingo print!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Isn't it cute?!?

[@Luci165]

Great video. New quilter here, and you work slow enough for me to follow and understand. When I make my first quilt with your pattern, I will share!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Can't wait to see it!!

[@tmmrw81]

thank you very much i love this pattern and how you taught the pattern. you are A ROCK STAR.

[@kendranewton9071]

I just bought a bundle with 24 fat quarters. This is the perfect pattern to showcase the prints I love! Thanks 😊

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Awesome!

[@IRISHLASS273]

Amanda, just saw your youtube channel. Your no nonsense down to business attitude is what I like. I'm a self taught quilter and I've tried getting other people to take up quilting but without success. Maybe if they see your videos it will encourage them. Thanks.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it and am glad you are enjoying the video! :)

[@kimfulk9210]

Grateful for this beautiful free pattern and instructions!! It is nice to find one that utilizes larger prints. It came together beautifully!! I love how versatile it is size wise too. 🤩

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SammiJarrad]

What a great quilt! Thanks so much!! 💜

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You’re welcome!!

[@juliemacrae9649]

Thank you! I am doing my first 90x90 quilt for my daughter. This will work and be easy for my first big quilt. I appreciate the pattern and explanation!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are so welcome!

[@Mrmynameisparamore]

I just went to crimson tate to get a bundle for a baby quilt for a friend. Very excited to try out your quilt pattern!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yay!! I adore Crimson Tate and their wonderful staff!!

[@susanwain7527]

Very clear and concise instructions. Thank you.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@helenwilliams7112]

Thank you so much for your pattern! I have a lot of fat quarters and this looks like a wonderful pattern to use for them! Thanks for being so generous with your pattern!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You're welcome! So glad you like it.

[@quiltdiva553]

Thank you for the video. I make a lot of charity quilts. This pattern will be very handy to have. Thanks again.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ladybugjan]

This is an Awesome pattern... Can't wait to get started

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you! Can’t wait to see your version. I’d love to see a photo when you’re done! ❤️

[@helenseferi7686]

Loved this pattern.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks!!

[@dawnsnyder216]

Easy pattern, can't wait to try it

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Have fun!

[@patriciagabrielides3146]

Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you ☺️

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

So glad you like it!

[@ChristianAustinite]

Awesome thank you for all the cutting techniques

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are so welcome!

[@gbyrd1970]

Love this one!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@gerryivkovich1857]

Thank you. This is so cute and easy.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Glad you like it!

[@heysally13]

This is great. I'm still learning and I prefer bigger quilt pieces. I've been searching for an easy quilt.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

This will be a great pattern for you as a beginner!

[@irenebaxendale8367]

This is perfect, I have some fabric my niece designed, so I will make a big centre panel of my favourite and use the rest to do this design. I love this. Thank you

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

That's a great idea!

[@KittenBowl1]

Love the pattern too! Thanks so much for sharing and I have so many fat quarters I didn’t really know what to do with so this was a great tutorial! :) Just subscribed too! 🌻

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yay! Thanks so much!

[@susanonealsmith8434]

Love this!! Thanks so much!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are so welcome!

[@katherinelehtonen7673]

This is really cute!!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!!

[@marciaschiffman7363]

I just discovered your channel and Ilove your designs! Your videos are really clear to follow for a beginner like me. I just got my jelly roll in the mail and am making your split tail fence pattern, next it will be the interweaving pattern and now this! I just love it! Thank you for the easy patterns!!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yay!! I'm so glad you love the patterns! Thanks for following along, because I have a lot more planned :)

[@marciaschiffman7363]

What fabric did you use to back and bind the quilt top?

[@marciaschiffman7363]

@@MaterialGirlQuilts what fabric did you use to back and bind the fat quarter mixer?

[@kellycash2106]

I’m going to try this! Thank you so much for this video and pattern:)

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You’re welcome 😊

[@charmainekirk1512]

Thank you! Love this pattern!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

So glad!

[@bonniesherman9525]

Have made this one over and over and over. Have also modified it to be a bigger quilt using more fat quarters and more pieces.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

I love to hear that Bonnie, thanks for sharing!!

[@deborahgrow6875]

This looks like just what I need! Thanks, when it's done I will share

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

I would love that! Thanks Deborah 💖

[@bridgetwhite5547]

Great pattern. Thank you 😊💐

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are welcome 😊

[@1228Rhonda]

Fantastic! Subscribed and will peek thru all your videos!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yay! Thanks for hanging out with me :)

[@michellemcclenahan8134]

Tried it out with some Christmas fat quarters. Turned out cute!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

I bet it did! If you are on Facebook and would like to share - I'd love to see it! Check out the FB group - facebook.com/groups/823574572081428

[@loiscampbell3510]

I love it!!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@sallyrazz5085]

Love this pattern.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@sallyrazz5085]

@@MaterialGirlQuilts I have a question. The piece we are to cut the 2 5.5x5.5 squares from. I think you say to cut that piece 10.5x5.5...but wouldn't it need to be 11x5.5?? Did I misunderstand?? I really look forward to making this!!!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

@@sallyrazz5085 after you cut the 10 1/2” square, you use what is left to cut the 10 1/2” x 5 1/2” rectangle AND two 5 1/2” squares. Hopefully that helps. You can also download the pattern and it shows the cutting diagram.

[@sallyrazz5085]

@@MaterialGirlQuilts thanks! I'm sure when I start cutting, it'll make sense...and I'll download the cutting instructions!!!

[@kellywilliams2372]

Sub’d to your page! I’m near Indy! 😂 I’m looking into making my first quit as a test and then make my wife a keepsake quilt out of our toddlers newborn clothes!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hey fellow Hoosier!! The quilt made with your child's newborn clothes is such a great idea! Thanks for watching :)

[@beverlymartin1414]

Great presentation, happy you actually use your ruler for measuring and the design is nice. ❤ new sub.

[@dianelouth957]

Really like that pattern

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@tessabonvouloir3335]

Thank you so much for sharing.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

❤️❤️

[@mts764]

It is great you make it so easy.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@JackieDannenberg]

I LOVE this simple use of fat quarters ! I have some fat quarters. That I’ve been waiting to find the perfect pattern for and here it is ! Thanks so much ! I did “like” and “subscribe”. Looking forward to more !

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@amandastratton8242]

Wow ! I am late to the party as have only just found you and I wwas still able to get the pattern from you Thank you so much for your tutorial and for sharing with us

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You are so welcome!

[@sandramichaud8033]

New subscriber. Nice pattern for child’s quilt using novelty fabrics. A bit of fussy cutting for a few squares. Thanks for the pattern download.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks for subscribing!! Welcome :)

[@Laurabethpictures]

Beautiful

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@loves2spin2]

Thank you so much!

[@TerriMagoo]

Ohh I love this !

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@TerriMagoo]

I’m using this pattern now

[@carolynmills513]

Hi! From another Hoosier. I will check out Crimson Tate! Just starting out, so looking for beginners patterns.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Wonderful! You'll love Crimson Tate!!

[@karenm7260]

This quilt was so much fun to cut and assemble! Great for beginner piecing. I laid out a row to determine if seams needed to be nesting. Figured out one seam per block needed to be nesting, and then the seam created by sewing rows together would have to be nesting with the next row to make it easier to line up seams and have it lay flat. Thanks so much for this design and the pattern. Easy to follow instructions. I’m looking at new fat quarter bundles for next quilt!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

So glad you enjoyed the pattern!! Happy fat quarter hunting ;-)

[@sueharber2496]

I love the finished look of this quilt, and can't wait to try it. How far apart are your quilting lines, it looks amazing 🤩🤩

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thanks! The quilting lines are roughly 1" apart.

[@lyndagiambra6257]

I just wanted to let you know that I found this last week. I ordered fat quarters and they came in a couple of days ago. This has got to be one of the easiest patterns I have come across. It is so interesting. If I can find a way of sending you a picture of the quilt top I will. Thank you so much!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you so much and so glad to hear you loved the pattern! If you are on Facebook, check out this group for sharing photos of my patterns - facebook.com/groups/823574572081428

[@jackietschantz]

Love it

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@JillOchs-bv3iv]

My go to pattern for baby quilts to donate!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Love to hear this!

[@Sam_the_quilter]

Started making this quilt to be baked with a cuddle fabric and to have 2 layers of batting and so far I’m IN LOVE with the design! It’s so simple but !!!!!!! My god the size anxiety is real😂😂😂. I have so many fat quarters that are just ever so slightly less than the required size

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

That sounds so cozy!!! And yes - the size anxiety is REAL!

[@audmurray9636]

Crimson Tate is a great place! and not far from my house,

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

They are the best!!

[@knittingnana2939]

That pirate fabric is so cute

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Right?! I love it!

[@sharonrolling8837]

Thank you for showing and teaching of easy quilting... i have made rag quilts and now I love this one.. Amanda.. and all i need to do now is put on my backing??? is there an easy way to do that too???? Many thanks SN

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hi Sharon, once you complete your quilt top, you will layer it with batting and backing. Pin it to stay in place and then quilt. I don't have any videos on that process, but I'm guessing there are some out there!

[@peliciablackmon8200]

Thank you

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Welcome!

[@vickiserre9457]

Fun video for beginners

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Thank you!

[@bobbirowlett6728]

Loved the video. Nice job! I’m going to make a baby blanket. I know you quilted the bigger quilt but would you do that for a baby quilt using minkie on the back?

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yes, I would still quilt a baby size. Have fun making the quilt and the baby will love the minkie back!

[@user-kp3gy8ww5c]

Спасибо!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Пожалуйста!

[@LisaNAlexander]

Thank you for this tutorial and pattern. I'm making my very first quilt and I'm certain my fat quarters aren't the size you suggested. Can I reduce the size of the pattern? It's fine if it's not sized perfectly.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hi Lisa, if your fat quarters aren't quite large enough, you can reduce the size of your cut pieces, just make sure to reduce them all by the same amount so that they fit together as they should in the completed block :). Hope this helps!!

[@dianeradley1712]

👍♥️♥️♥️Thank you

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Welcome 😊

[@ljmainsworth]

Working on this pattern now! Just one question, do you have a suggestion on the best way to mix up the blocks to reduce duplication? Having a hard time visualizing how. 😊

[@deborah901]

I have just finished making 2 of these (my first ever quilts) do you have a tutorial of how to put the while thing together with batting, backing fabric and binding?

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Oh yay! Congrats on finishing two quilt tops!! Watch out, you may get hooked ;-). I don't have any videos yet of basting, quilting or binding...but they are on my list!

[@TerriMagoo]

❤❤❤

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

🥰

[@suzanner8360]

Wow, not much fabric waste either. Nice!

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Right?! One of my favorite things about this pattern!

[@photographybyday]

Replay. We are usually in speedway for the month of May. Is that quilt shop in downtown Indy

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Yes it is! I’m sure you’ll love it!

[@courtneymunroo]

Hello! What seam allowance do you use for sewing the blocks?

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hi Courtney, I use 1/4" seam allowance.

[@melreally]

What us the name of the pattern if you wall quilt...looks like a plus with HST❤ thanks

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

It was a tutorial that I believe was called Inside Addition (not my pattern).

[@shelly37ann]

How much backing would I need for the 15 fat quarters / 60x75 quilt?

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hi Shelly - I always use this website when trying to determine the amount of fabric needed for quilt backings - It's a fantastic tool!! www.quiltersparadiseesc.com/Calculators/Backing%20and%20Batting%20Calculator.php

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

I would like to make this quilt using 3 meters of Little Red by clothworks. Each meter is a different pattern. I would like to make the next size up. Should i get another 2 meters of fabric? The shop only had yardage.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

Hi Lisa - I'll be honest and tell you that I don't know the answer to that because I don't know the conversion from meter - SORRY!

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

@@MaterialGirlQuilts it’s ok. Meters are minimally larger than yards. So how would you answer this if I said yards? Lol

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

That helps - if you are wanting to make the next size up (60" x 60") it requires 12 fat quarters or 3 yards of fabric - so you may be good with the 3 meters you have. If you are wanting to make the 60" x 75" I would get an additional meter. Hope that answers your question!!

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

@@MaterialGirlQuilts thank you! Yes this has been helpful!!

[@bevfreeman9452]

I tried this pattern, I'm not sure how I went wrong but my small squares were too small to meet the adjoining panel, once sewn.

[@MaterialGirlQuilts]

You may want to check that your seam allowance isn't more than 1/4 inch.