12 Novel Inspired Quilting Projects And How To Make Them

Quilting has always been a cherished craft, allowing individuals to showcase their creativity, tell stories, and express their love for fabric and sewing. If you are an avid reader and a quilting enthusiast, why not combine your passions and create some novel-inspired quilting projects?

1. Pride and Prejudice Patchwork Quilt

Channel your inner Austen fan and create a patchwork quilt inspired by the timeless classic, Pride and Prejudice. Use fabrics with delicate floral patterns, replicas of vintage designs, and elegant lace trims to capture the romantic essence of the novel.

2. Moby Dick Ocean-themed Quilt

Dive into the depths of adventure and create an ocean-themed quilt inspired by the epic story of Moby Dick. Incorporate shades of blue and green to represent the sea, embroider whales and seashells onto your quilt blocks, and perhaps even applique a stunning white whale as the centerpiece.

Learning About Quilting: 12 Novel-inspired Quilting Projects And How To Make Them: Easy Quilting Patterns

by Shawn Waugh(Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18550 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	9 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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3. Harry Potter Hogwarts Quilt

For all the Harry Potter fans out there, a Hogwarts-themed quilt is a must-have. Use fabrics in the colors of the four Hogwarts houses, applique the House crests onto blocks, and add details like golden snitches and magic wands to bring the world of wizards to life in your quilt.

4. The Great Gatsby Art Deco Quilt

Step back into the roaring 1920s and create an Art Deco quilt inspired by the classic novel, The Great Gatsby. Choose fabrics with geometric patterns and vibrant colors typical of the Jazz Age. Incorporate elements like feathers and pearls as embellishments to capture the glamour and extravagance of the era.

5. Alice in Wonderland Whimsical Quilt

Embark on a whimsical adventure and create an Alice in Wonderland-inspired quilt. Use fabrics with playing cards, tea party motifs, and illustrations of curious creatures. Don't forget to add some appliqued characters like the Cheshire Cat and the White Rabbit for that touch of magic and eccentricity.

6. Lord of the Rings Fantastical Quilt

Journey into the realm of Middle-earth and create a fantastical quilt inspired by the beloved adventure, Lord of the Rings. Use earthy and nature-inspired fabrics, incorporate images of the One Ring, and perhaps include appliqued Elven designs to pay homage to J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece.

7. To Kill a Mockingbird Quilt of Equality

Create a quilt that reflects the themes of justice and equality portrayed in Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Incorporate fabrics in black and white to represent racial harmony. Applique a mockingbird and perhaps embroider memorable quotes onto the quilt to evoke the spirit of this remarkable novel.

8. The Chronicles of Narnia Magical Quilt

Enter the enchanted world of Narnia and create a magical quilt inspired by C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia. Use fabrics with mystical patterns, incorporate images of lions and wardrobes, and maybe even applique a majestic Aslan to bring the magic of Narnia to life within your quilt.

9. Romeo and Juliet Romantic Quilt

Let the timeless love story of Romeo and Juliet inspire you to create a romantic quilt. Choose fabrics in shades of deep reds, pinks, and soft pastels. Embroider delicate roses, intertwining vines, and perhaps a balcony scene onto your quilt. Transport your quilting project directly to fair Verona.

10. Anne of Green Gables Quilt of Imagination

Celebrate the vivid imagination of Anne Shirley with a quilt inspired by Anne of Green Gables. Use fabrics with floral patterns, incorporate images of rural landscapes and old-fashioned elements like bonnets and teacups. Add details like appliqued books or quotes from Anne's cherished stories to pay tribute to L.M. Montgomery's beloved character.

11. Wuthering Heights Moors Quilt

Embrace the wild and passionate love story of Wuthering Heights with a moors-inspired quilt. Choose fabrics in shades of misty blues and gloomy grays, representing the haunting moorland. Embroider silhouettes of the famous characters or applique elements like wind-blown tree branches to capture the eerie ambiance of this timeless novel.

12. The Catcher in the Rye Quilt of Teen Angst

Pay tribute to the iconic coming-of-age novel, The Catcher in the Rye, with a quilt that reflects teenage rebellion and angst. Choose fabrics with bold patterns and vibrant colors. Applique elements like hats or ducks to represent Holden Caulfield's obsessions. Incorporate quotes or phrases from the novel as a way to capture the essence of teenage rebellion in your quilt.

Creating novel-inspired quilting projects allows you to combine your love for literature and quilting into one artistic endeavor. Whether you are a fan of classic literature, fantasy adventures, or heartfelt romances, there is a novel out there waiting to inspire your next quilting project. So, pick up your fabrics, thread your needles, and embark on a journey of creativity and storytelling as you bring these beloved tales to life through the art of quilting.

Learning About Quilting: 12 Novel-inspired Quilting Projects And How To Make Them: Easy Quilting Patterns

by Shawn Waugh(Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18550 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	9 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

If you are passionate about quilting and want to know how to make quilting, reading this book will help you. Not only includes meticulous instructions, but the author also skillfully integrates stories that add charm to the quilts. This is a great way to start learning quilting.