Riley Blake Lucy's Voyage - Downloadable PDF

Lucy's Voyage Quilt by Riley Blake Designs

Project Overview

Lucy's Voyage is an intermediate-level downloadable quilting pattern from Riley Blake Designs that creates a finished quilt measuring 48" x 48". This free PDF pattern is ideal for quilters with basic knowledge of quilting techniques and terminology who are ready to progress beyond beginner projects. The design features a striking finished block size of 15" x 15", with multiple blocks combined to create the complete quilt top.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a square quilt suitable for use as a blanket or throw. The finished quilt measures 48 inches by 48 inches, making it an appropriate size for lap quilts, wall hangings, or decorative throws. The design incorporates star blocks as a primary design element, with each block measuring 15" x 15" when completed. The quilt layout features multiple blocks arranged together, with each block potentially using different fabric placements to create visual interest and movement across the finished piece.

Quilting Techniques Used

This intermediate quilting project employs fundamental quilting construction methods. The pattern requires sewers to work with right sides of fabric together when joining pieces, a standard quilting technique. The design incorporates diagonal line drawing on the wrong side of fabric squares, which is a common marking technique used to establish sewing lines for precise piecing. The pattern assumes familiarity with basic quilting terminology and standard construction practices, making it suitable for quilters who have completed several beginner projects.

Stitches and Construction Methods

The Lucy's Voyage pattern utilizes straight seam stitching throughout the construction process. All measurements include a standard ¼" seam allowance, which is the industry standard for quilting projects. Pieces are sewn together using basic straight stitches with right sides of fabric facing together. The pattern involves sewing rectangular and square pieces into larger units, then assembling these units into the complete star blocks and final quilt top. Diagonal lines are drawn on fabric pieces to guide accurate stitching for certain block components.

Cutting and Piece Requirements

• Cut 12 strips measuring 1½" x WOF (width of fabric), then cut these strips into 36 rectangles measuring 1½" x 21"
• Cut 2 strips measuring 3½" x WOF, then cut into 32 squares measuring 3½" x 3½"
• Cut 2 strips measuring 4" x WOF, then cut into 16 squares measuring 4" x 4"

Materials and Fabric Requirements

This pattern is designed to work with Riley Blake Designs fabric collections. The fabric requirements include Riley White Solid for background pieces, along with coordinating prints from the Lucy's Voyage collection. Specific fabric requirements include:

• C8550 Red Main – ¾ Yard
• C8552 Navy Compass – Fat ¼
• C8553 – Fat ¼ (additional fabric from the collection)

The pattern is designed to coordinate with Riley Blake Designs fabric collections, allowing quilters to purchase pre-coordinated materials that work together harmoniously. Fat quarter cuts and yardage measurements are specified to help quilters purchase the appropriate amount of fabric for successful project completion.

Pattern Notes and Construction Guidance

The downloadable PDF includes virtual images of the quilt and block diagrams to guide construction. Riley Blake Designs notes that the actual appearance of the finished project may differ from the virtual images depending on the specific fabrics used. Each block in the quilt features different fabric placement, creating variation throughout the design. Quilters are advised to refer to the quilt photograph for proper placement guidance of fabrics within each block. The pattern recommends checking the Riley Blake Designs website at www.rileyblakedesigns.com for any pattern revisions before beginning the project.