DIY: Simple Quilt + Embroidery for National Quilt Month

Kicking off March with a DIY Embroidered 9-Patch Quilt Block because guess what? It’s national quilt month.

Some of my first projects when learning to sew were quilts. I even made one in high school as a Christmas gift for my mom she still has hanging in the house. I specialize mainly in fashion design but when I have a chance to make a quilt I get excited. Now quilting is an art I have yet to master but I’m inspired by the time, precision, and planning that goes goes into each one. There is such beauty in fabric cut precisely into shapes and sewn together to create a masterpiece. If you haven’t been to a quilting convention I suggest you do because you will be so inspired.

I was thrilled when Embroidery Online sent me this vibrant collection Origami Oasis. My first thought was a 9-Patch Quilt Block featuring these designs because I couldn’t just pick one and they agreed. Aside from the embroidery this is the easiest quilt tutorial ever. Great for beginners and kids. I also just moved into a new home and we were beginning to decorate our youngest son’s room. He loves animals and the colors and patterns were the perfect addition to his muted room tones. He was jumping for joy and saying “me, me” (mine) when I showed him.

Get the details on how we made this Embroidered 9-Patch Quilt Block titled “Louie’s Safari.”