Riley Blake Sailing - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake Sailing Quilt: Free Downloadable PDF Pattern

Project Overview

The Riley Blake Sailing quilt is a beginner-friendly patchwork blanket design created by designer Marin Sutton. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a finished quilt measuring 50 inches by 60 inches, making it an ideal size for a lap blanket or throw. The design features a charming nautical theme with sailboat blocks arranged in columns throughout the composition.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a complete quilt top using the patchwork quilting method. The finished quilt combines pieced sailboat blocks with coordinating fabric rectangles arranged in vertical columns. The design incorporates both the sailboat blocks and assorted print fabric pieces to create visual interest and balance across the quilt surface.

Quilting Techniques Used

The Sailing quilt employs fundamental quilting construction techniques suitable for beginners. The primary method involves piecing fabric pieces together using straight seams with standard quarter-inch seam allowances. The pattern requires basic knowledge of quilting technique and terminology, including block assembly, column construction, and quilt center assembly. Blocks are sewn together with right sides facing to create the sailboat columns, which are then joined with vertical sashing strips to form the complete quilt center.

Block Structure and Components

The quilt is constructed using Sailing Column blocks that measure 8 inches by 10 inches when finished. Each column is built by combining multiple fabric elements: two completed sailboat blocks, two assorted print rectangles measuring 8½ inches by 10½ inches, and two assorted print rectangles measuring 5½ inches by 8½ inches. The pattern notes that each column differs in appearance, adding variety to the overall design. Two complete Sailing Columns are created and then assembled with vertical sashing strips to form the quilt center.

Materials and Fabric Requirements

The pattern specifies Riley Blake fabric coordinates from their collection. Materials include 1 yard of gray moby main fabric (C3290 Gray) and ¼ yard of gray ocean flower fabric (C3291). Additional assorted print fabrics are required for the rectangles that comprise each column, though specific yardage for these prints is detailed in the complete fabric requirements section of the PDF.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as beginner-level, making it accessible to quilters new to the craft. The straightforward piecing method, basic block construction, and simple column assembly make this an excellent introduction to quilt design and patchwork techniques.

Pattern Format and Access

The Sailing quilt pattern is available as a free downloadable PDF from Riley Blake Designs. The complete project sheet includes detailed instructions, fabric requirements, and a quilt photo for reference during construction. Quilters are encouraged to check the Riley Blake Designs website for any pattern revisions before beginning the project.