Robert Kaufman Disco - Downloadable PDF

Just Kisses Disco Quilt Pattern by Ariga Wilson for Robert Kaufman — Free Downloadable PDF

The Just Kisses Disco quilt pattern, designed by Ariga Wilson for Robert Kaufman, is a stunning beginner-friendly quilting project that produces a finished quilt measuring 54" x 72". Available as a free downloadable PDF, this pattern is an excellent introduction to two classic quilt block techniques — Flying Geese and Half-Square Triangles (HSTs) — combined in a visually dynamic layout that showcases a rich, jewel-toned color palette from the Disco fabric collection.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a single lap-sized quilt measuring 54 inches wide by 72 inches long. The design, called Just Kisses, uses repeating geometric blocks arranged to create movement and visual rhythm across the quilt surface. The combination of Flying Geese units and Half-Square Triangle blocks gives the finished quilt a lively, directional quality that is characteristic of classic American patchwork quilting elevated with modern fabric choices.

Techniques Used

• Flying Geese blocks — A foundational quilting technique in which large triangles (the "geese") are framed by smaller background triangles on either side. This pattern uses the four-at-a-time method, cutting large squares and smaller squares to produce multiple Flying Geese units efficiently with minimal fabric waste.
• Half-Square Triangles (HSTs) — Another essential quilting building block, HSTs are created by pairing two squares of contrasting fabric, sewing diagonally, and cutting apart to yield two identical triangle-square units. This method is beginner-friendly and produces crisp, accurate results when pressed carefully.
• Precise cutting and pressing — The pattern emphasizes measuring twice and cutting once, maintaining a consistent 1/4" seam allowance throughout, and pressing seam allowances open for flat, accurate piecing.
• Block assembly and quilt top construction — Units are assembled into larger blocks and then arranged and sewn together to form the complete quilt top.

Stitches and Sewing Techniques

• Straight stitch — All piecing is done with a standard straight stitch on a sewing machine, with a precise 1/4" seam allowance used consistently throughout.
• Diagonal stitching — Used when constructing Flying Geese and HST units, where squares are sewn corner to corner at a 45-degree angle before trimming and pressing.
• Right sides together (RST) assembly — All units are joined with right sides facing inward, a standard quilting practice referenced explicitly throughout the instructions.

Fabrics and Materials

This pattern is designed specifically to feature fabrics from the Robert Kaufman Disco collection. Eight coordinating colorways are used across the quilt top, binding, and backing, all cut from 42"-wide fabric (Width of Fabric / WOF). The specific fabrics and yardage requirements are as follows:

• Fabric A — K001-484 (Astral Amethyst): 1/2 yard
• Fabric B — K001-1285 (Periwinkle): 1 yard
• Fabric C — K001-27 (Cornflower): 1-1/2 yards
• Fabric D — K001-152 (Cloud): 1 yard
• Fabric E — K001-1048 (Bright Peri): 3/8 yard
• Fabric F — K001-1003 (Lavender): 3/8 yard
• Fabric G — K001-1189 (Noble Purple): 2/3 yard
• Fabric H — K001-852 (Noble Purple): 3/4 yard
• Binding — K001-852 (Noble Purple): 1/2 yard (same fabric as Fabric H)
• Backing: 3-1/2 yards of fabric