Quirky Birds is a playful flock of colorful, one-of-a-kind birds, each pieced from scraps pulled from my fabric collection. No two are quite alike, which is exactly what makes this quilt so much fun.
Quilt Details
Quilt Type: Large Throw
Dimensions: 50″ × 72″
Completed: November 2023
Techniques: Patchwork, foundation paper piecing
Materials: 100% cotton
Batting: 80/20 cotton-polyester
Quilting: Domestic machine quilting using a template
Design: Inspired by a design found on Pinterest
The Story
I wanted to make a quilt for my mom, who is an avid bird watcher. When these funny little birds showed up in my Pinterest feed, I knew immediately that they were just right for her—and that I wanted to make them.
The instructions were for scrappy birds, so I started pulling pieces from my scrap collection and playing with different colors and prints. The birds were surprisingly easy to piece, and I quickly discovered that I could change their sizes and shapes as I went. Some became tall and skinny, some short and plump, and each developed a personality of its own.
That freedom was what made this quilt so much fun to sew. Instead of worrying about making every bird match, I could simply play with fabric, color, and shape. By the time the flock was finished, no two birds were quite alike—which seemed entirely appropriate for a quilt made for a bird watcher.
