Robert Kaufman Arrowhead Multi - Downloadable PDF

Robert Kaufman Arrowhead Multi Quilt Pattern by Ariga Wilson – Free Downloadable PDF

The Arrowhead Multi quilt pattern, designed by Ariga Wilson for Robert Kaufman, is a striking intermediate-level quilting project that produces a finished quilt measuring 55" x 65". Also referred to as Just Kisses Arrowhead in the pattern header, this design is available as a free downloadable PDF and is intended for individual use only. It is an excellent project for quilters who are comfortable with precise cutting and piecing and are ready to work with a multi-fabric, color-coordinated palette.

About the Arrowhead Design

The Arrowhead design is a geometric quilt pattern that uses directional shapes to create a bold, visually dynamic surface. Arrowhead-style quilts typically rely on precise cutting of angled pieces and careful alignment during piecing to achieve the characteristic pointed, directional motifs that give the design its name. The interplay of contrasting and complementary fabrics across the quilt top creates movement and depth, making fabric selection a key part of the design process.

This pattern is rated intermediate difficulty, meaning it is best suited for quilters who already have a solid foundation in basic quilting skills — including accurate rotary cutting, consistent seam allowances, and pressing techniques — and are ready to take on more complex piecing arrangements.

Techniques Used

• Rotary cutting with precise measurements, following the guiding principle of measure twice, cut once
• Accurate 1/4" seam allowances throughout all piecing steps
• Right sides together (RST) piecing, a standard quilting construction method
• Pressing seam allowances open as the default pressing method, which reduces bulk and helps seams lie flat
• Geometric block construction using angled and directional pieces characteristic of arrowhead-style designs
• Quilt binding as a finishing technique, using a dedicated binding fabric

Stitches and Sewing Methods

• Straight stitch piecing on a sewing machine, used throughout block assembly
• 1/4" presser foot technique for maintaining consistent seam allowances
• Binding stitch for finishing the quilt edges, applied using the designated binding fabric

Materials – Fabric and Supplies

This pattern is designed specifically for use with Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton solids, a widely trusted quilting fabric known for its consistent weave, rich color saturation, and ease of cutting and piecing. All fabric amounts are based on a width of fabric (WOF) of at least 42".

Fabric Requirements by Color

• Fabric A – Kona Cotton COTY (Color of the Year), SKU K001-1995: 2-3/4 yards — the primary background or dominant fabric in the quilt
• Fabric B – Kona Cotton Ruby, SKU K001-352: 1-1/8 yards — also used for the binding
• Fabric C – Kona Cotton Shell, SKU K001-1271: 1-1/8 yards
• Fabric D – Kona Cotton Shark, SKU K001-1854: 1/3 yard
• Binding – Kona Cotton Ruby, SKU K001-352: 1/2 yard (cut from the same fabric as Fabric B)
• Backing fabric: 3-1/2 yards (fabric not specified in the provided content)

Color Palette Notes

The combination of COTY (Robert Kaufman's Color of the Year), Ruby, Shell, and Shark creates a palette that balances warm and cool tones. Ruby provides a bold, saturated accent, Shell offers a soft, light contrast, Shark introduces