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Paved with Gold

July 21, 2020 by Judy

I can’t think of a better name for this…when I looked at it, I thought I would name this “Paved with Gold” because of the bars going different directions. This quilt is not exactly original. I have seen variations on this design from other quilters. I once made one using a layer cake that was very similar.

This quilt uses all sparkle fabric. By that, I mean that each block has either some metallic in it or frosted fabric. That is my ultimate favorite. I can’t get enough of metallics. I have always loved the glitz.

Want to know how to make this? Well here we go.

Instructions for Paved with Gold

Quilt Size 72” x 72” Block size 12 1/2” x 12 1/2”

Supplies:

  1. 3/8 yard of 18 different metallic fabrics
  2. Thread to match
  3. Rotary Cutter
  4. Rotary Mat
  5. Quilting Ruler

Cutting:

  1. Cut 36 rectangles that measure 12 1/2” x 11” from the various fabrics. You will repeat each fabric one time.
  2. Cut 36 rectangles that measure 12 1/2” x 2 1/2”

Subcut:

  1. From each of the 12 1/2” x 11” rectangles , make a cut across the 12 1/2” length of the rectangle as shown, varying the placement of the cuts on the rectangles, making some closer to the center and some closer to the edge.

Make the Blocks:

  1. Sew a 2 1/2 inch strip of a contrasting fabric in between the two rectangles cut above. Press the seam allowance toward the 2 1/2” strip.
  2. Repeat for all of the 36 blocks.

Sew the Rows:

  1. Sew the blocks together in rows of 6 each. Alternate the direction of the blocks as shown in the photo.
  2. Sew all the rows together, pressing the seam allowances toward the dark.

Yes, it’s really that simple. It’s a simple quilt in which the fabric does the work. Layer your quilt with batting and backing and quilt in your favorite manner. Bind it off.

About Judy

Judy has been sewing for most of her life, starting at about age 9. She is the owner of Bungalow Quilting and Yarn, and the author of “Quilts for Scrap Lovers: 16 Projects Start with Simple Squares”. Her second book, "Rainbow Quilts for Scrap Lovers" is a best seller for C&T Publishing. She is also the author of Sew Cuddly, Tantalizing Table Toppers and Sensational Quilts for Scrap Lovers, all from C&T Publishing. She has also been published in many other publications, including Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine and American Quilter. She has created a line of fabric for Ink and Arrow Fabrics, and now designs for Studio e Fabrics.

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