Riley Blake Sensible - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake Sensible Quilt by Amanda Herring

Project Overview

The Riley Blake Sensible is an intermediate-level quilting project designed by Amanda Herring. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a finished quilt measuring 60" x 72", making it a substantial bed-sized quilt perfect for quilters with basic quilting knowledge and experience.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a complete quilt featuring the classic Flying Geese block design. The quilt is constructed using multiple Flying Geese units arranged in a cohesive layout. The finished quilt size of 60" x 72" makes this an ideal project for creating a lap quilt or smaller bed quilt.

Block Design and Construction

The core design element is the Flying Geese block, which finishes at 12" x 12". Each Flying Geese unit is created using a combination of black text squares and assorted print rectangles, demonstrating the traditional flying geese piecing technique that creates the distinctive directional pattern characteristic of this classic quilt block style.

Quilting Techniques Used

• Diagonal line drawing: Marking diagonal lines from corner to corner on fabric squares to create precise sewing guides
• Precision piecing: Sewing along marked diagonal lines with accurate seam allowance
• Layering and stacking: Placing fabric squares on top of rectangles for efficient unit construction
• Trim and press method: Trimming excess fabric after sewing and pressing seams for flat, professional results
• Repetitive unit assembly: Creating multiple identical Flying Geese units (6 units per block) for consistent patchwork construction

Stitches and Seam Details

This pattern uses standard quilting seams with a ¼" seam allowance throughout, which is the industry standard for patchwork quilting. Pieces are sewn with right sides together unless otherwise specified in the instructions. The diagonal seam lines are sewn directly on marked guidelines, and excess fabric is trimmed away after each seam is stitched.

Fabric Requirements

The pattern calls for the Ardently Austen Fat Quarter Stack (FQ-4950-21) from Riley Blake Designs, which provides a coordinated collection of assorted print fabrics. The pattern also requires black text fabric for the 3½" squares used in the Flying Geese units. All fabric measurements include the standard ¼" seam allowance for accurate piecing.

Skill Level and Requirements

Rated as an intermediate difficulty project, this quilt requires a basic knowledge of quilting techniques and terminology. Quilters should be comfortable with fundamental skills such as measuring, cutting, marking, and sewing accurate seams before beginning this project.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern provided free by Riley Blake Designs. The pattern includes block diagrams and layout instructions, though the actual appearance may vary depending on the specific fabrics used. It is recommended to check the Riley Blake Designs website for any pattern revisions before starting the project.