Riley Blake Best of Show - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake Best of Show Quilt Pattern

What is Being Made

The Riley Blake Best of Show is a downloadable PDF quilting pattern that creates a finished quilt measuring 54 inches by 63 inches. This quilt design features a structured layout of petal-themed blocks arranged in a grid formation, making it an ideal project for quilters seeking a moderately sized finished piece with visual interest and dimensional appeal.

Quilt Design and Assembly

The Best of Show quilt is constructed using individual 9-inch by 9-inch finished blocks that are sewn together in a 7-row by 6-block configuration. The quilt center assembly requires careful placement of these blocks according to the provided quilt photo reference, ensuring proper fabric placement and color coordination throughout the finished project.

Petal Block Construction Technique

The primary construction method for this quilt involves creating Petal Blocks using an appliqué technique. Quilters will appliqué petal shapes onto Oyster Wiltshire Shadow squares using their preferred appliqué method. Each petal is positioned with a 1/4-inch seam allowance at the points, and four completed squares are sewn together with right sides facing to create one finished Petal Block. The pattern requires 42 Petal Blocks in total to complete the quilt center.

Quilting Techniques and Methods

• Appliqué Method: Quilters may choose their favorite appliqué technique to attach petals to the background squares, providing flexibility in construction approach
• Seam Allowance Standards: All measurements include a standard 1/4-inch seam allowance throughout the pattern
• Right Sides Together Construction: Blocks are sewn with right sides together unless otherwise specified in the instructions
• Block Assembly: Four appliquéd squares are combined to create each finished 9-inch by 9-inch Petal Block
• Row and Center Assembly: Completed blocks are arranged in rows and sewn together to form the quilt center

Materials and Fabric Requirements

The Best of Show quilt pattern requires fabric from the Flower Show Spring collection by Riley Blake Designs, with materials provided in fat quarter cuts. The pattern specifically calls for Oyster Wiltshire Shadow squares as the base for appliqué work. Quilters will need basic quilting supplies including thread, a rotary cutter, quilting ruler, and cutting mat for accurate fabric preparation and piecing.

Skill Level and Pattern Information

This pattern is designed for quilters with basic knowledge of quilting techniques and terminology. The downloadable PDF format allows quilters to access the pattern immediately and print it for reference during construction. Riley Blake Designs recommends checking their website at www.rileyblakedesigns.com for any pattern revisions before beginning the project. It is important to note that the quilt and block diagrams shown are virtual images, and the actual appearance of the finished project may vary when using real fabric, as colors, prints, and fabric interactions can differ from digital representations.