Riley Blake Sew Indie - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake Sew Indie Downloadable Quilt Pattern

Project Overview

The Sew Indie is a free downloadable quilting pattern from Riley Blake Designs, created by My Mind's Eye. This intermediate-level quilt project produces a finished quilt measuring 62 inches by 70 inches, making it an ideal size for a throw quilt or bed topper. The pattern is available as a PDF download and is designed for quilters with basic knowledge of quilting techniques and terminology.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a complete quilt composed of 20 identical Indie Blocks arranged in a cohesive layout. Each finished Indie Block measures 8 inches by 8 inches. The blocks are the foundational units that, when sewn together with appropriate spacing and borders, form the final 62" x 70" quilt.

Indie Block Construction

The Indie Block is the core repeating unit of this quilt design. Each block is constructed by combining assorted print 2½ inch squares, off-white solid 2½ inch by 4½ inch rectangles, and one assorted print 4½ inch square. These fabric pieces are sewn together with right sides facing to create the block's finished design. The pattern requires making 20 of these blocks to complete the entire quilt.

Quilting Techniques and Stitches

This project employs fundamental quilting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. The primary construction method involves piecing, where individual fabric pieces are sewn together using standard ¼ inch seam allowances throughout. Quilters will use basic straight stitching to join fabric pieces, sewing with right sides together as specified in the instructions. The pattern assumes familiarity with standard quilting terminology and foundational quilting knowledge.

Fabric Requirements and Materials

The Sew Indie pattern utilizes Riley Blake Designs' coordinated fabric collections. Fabric requirements include:

• ¾ yard of blue main fabric (C3240 Blue)
• ¾ yard of yellow main fabric (C3240 Yellow)
• 5/8 yard of blue medallion fabric (C3241 Blue)
• 5/8 yard of yellow medallion fabric (C3241 Yellow)
• 3/8 yard of blue woven fabric (C3242 Blue)
• Additional brown woven fabric (quantity specified in complete pattern)

The pattern incorporates assorted print squares and off-white solid rectangles as key design elements. While specific needle and tool requirements are not detailed in the provided excerpt, standard quilting supplies including a rotary cutter, quilting ruler, and sewing machine are typical for this type of project.

Pattern Format and Accessibility

As a free downloadable PDF from Riley Blake Designs, this pattern is immediately accessible to quilters. The project sheet includes finished dimensions, fabric placement guidance with reference to the quilt photo, and complete construction instructions. Quilters are advised to check the Riley Blake Designs website for any pattern revisions before beginning the project.