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Quilt Patterns to Try in 2026 (and beyond)

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A list of patterns to try in 2026! These are from a variety of creators and sites, and some are digital.
 
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Someone in my guild did this pattern last year and UGH I loved it. So pretty.
Sparrows by Pen & Paper
 
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FREE pattern from Missouri Star and Tula Pink. I love the contrasting colors.
Opening Night
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Another cat pattern hehe.
Purrville Quilt Pattern | Branch & Blume #BNB-2516
 
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I should apologize for the amount of Elizabeth Hartman patterns on this list…but I can't! This dinosaurs quilt would be so cute in a little one's room!
Dinosaurs Pattern By Elizabeth Hartman
 
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This makes me think of a school of fish! It would be cute quilted with a silvery thread.
Coastal Quilt Pattern | Thimble Blossoms #TB-280
 
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This pattern is so cool, I'd like to do this in a gradient of green or even black/gray.
Entangled Sky Quilt Pattern by Krista Moser
 
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I wish I had had this pattern when I first started quilting. I looked everywhere for a pattern that had that “woven” look. This one looks really nice with the border.
Over and Down Under Pattern
 
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Such a pretty way to use up any solids you might have lying around.
Ombre Blossoms Pattern by Krista Moser
 
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AHHHHH! Every reader needs this for their reading nook/chair/couch/spot :)
Book Nerd - Softcover
 
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This is beautiful! Classic and still somehow modern.
Edelweiss Downloadable PDF Quilt Pattern | Thimble Blossoms
 
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This pattern makes me think of spring and sunshine. It's pieced, and I think it would be great to learn some new techniques with this one.
Leafy Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman
 
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Look at this legend, just out for a stroll! You could use the tree blocks in other quilts as well.
Legendary Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman
 
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A stunning classic look. I imagine I would see this in a quilt show or at the state fair. Beautiful pattern.
Dresden Sundaes Quilt Pattern by Susan Marth
 
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Absolutely loving this adorable pattern. A throw size with a matching pillow would be so cute. OR use a block to make a small tote bag!
The Kittens Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman
 
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Beautiful! The pattern of course comes with the templates for you.
Elevated Abstractions - Mt Hood Pattern by Violet Craft
 
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I will be making Lloyd and Lola for my mother this year. I'd like to change up the colors and patterns, though.
Lloyd & Lola Quilt Pattern by Elizabeth Hartman
 
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A cute FREE pattern from Missouri Star. I think this would be awesome in any colors or patterns. Even scrappy!
Confetti Celebration
 
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I have been wanting to try a collage quilt and have been intimidated. With this pattern, it may be more approachable.
Black Cat Collage Quilt Pattern by Laura Heine
 
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This is just stunning. I love the contrasting colors and sizes.
Empire Place Quilt Pattern by Sassafras Lane Designs
 
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OMG look at these little bows!!!! I LOVE this. Sized down and done in pinks and reds…so sweet.
Darling Quilt Pattern | Thimble Blossoms #TB-290
 
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I am looking forward to learning to sew around a curve this year…hold please!
Calllaloo Quilt Pattern by Latifah Saafir Studios LLC
 
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Such a cute pattern!
Plant Life
 
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Imagine this done with 30s reprints or other vintage materials.
Vintage Blooms Quilt Pattern | Lella Boutique #LB-250