Riley Blake Haunting - Downloadable PDF

Riley Blake Haunting Quilt Pattern – Free Downloadable PDF by Deena Rutter

The Riley Blake Haunting pattern is a free downloadable PDF designed by Deena Rutter for Riley Blake Designs. It produces a stunning finished quilt measuring 74" x 88", making it a generous throw or bed quilt ideal for the Halloween season or anyone who loves spooky, festive home décor. Rated as a beginner-friendly quilting project, this pattern is an excellent choice for those who are just building their quilting skills while still wanting to create a visually impressive finished piece.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a lap or throw-sized quilt with a finished size of 74 inches by 88 inches. The quilt is built from 20 Haunting Blocks, each measuring a finished 12" x 12". The overall design has a bold, graphic quality achieved through the interplay of assorted print fabrics and cream spider-themed triangles, resulting in a quilt that is both festive and striking. The pattern is part of the Happy Haunting fabric collection from Riley Blake Designs.

Block Construction and Design

The centerpiece of this quilt is the Haunting Block, a 12-inch square block constructed using a classic on-point square-in-a-square arrangement. Each block is assembled as follows:

• A cream spider print triangle is sewn to an assorted print triangle to form a Triangle Unit. This step is repeated to create 4 Triangle Units per block.
• Two Triangle Units are sewn to opposite sides of a 9" assorted print square, and the remaining two Triangle Units are attached to the two remaining opposite sides.
• This construction method creates a dynamic diagonal square set within the block, a technique sometimes referred to as a square-on-point or economy block variation.
• The process is repeated to make all 20 Haunting Blocks needed for the full quilt.

Techniques Used

The Haunting quilt pattern draws on fundamental quilting techniques that are well-suited to beginners while producing a polished, professional result. Key techniques include:

• Half-square triangle construction – pairing cream and print triangles to form cohesive Triangle Units that frame the central square.
• Pressing seams – the pattern instructs quilters to press after each seam, a critical step for achieving flat, accurate blocks.
• Accurate seam allowances – all measurements include a standard ¼" seam allowance, the quilting industry standard.
• Right-sides-together sewing – all pieces are sewn with right sides facing unless otherwise noted, ensuring clean finished edges.
• Quilt assembly and layout – blocks are arranged according to the quilt photo and diagram for intentional fabric placement across the full 74" x 88" quilt top.

Stitches and Sewing Methods

As a quilting pattern, the Haunting design relies on straight-line machine stitching throughout. The primary stitch used is a straight stitch sewn at a consistent ¼" seam allowance. Quilters will use this stitch for all block assembly, sashing (if applicable), and quilt top construction. Finishing the quilt will also involve quilting stitches through the quilt sandwich of top, batting, and backing, though specific quilting designs are left to the maker's preference.

Materials and Fabric

This pattern is designed to be used with fabrics from the Riley Blake Designs Happy Haunting collection, designed by Deena Rutter. The pattern calls for:

• Assorted print fabrics – used for the large 9" center squares and the print triangles within each Haunting Block, providing variety and visual interest across the quilt.