Free Pattern: Fragments in Time

The simple hourglass blocks of this stash-busting quilt make a bold statement.

Hourglass blocks are a reminder that the time is NOW to make use of leftovers fabrics! Limiting the color palette to variations of the six tertiary colors still gives a scrappy look without the busy-ness of prints.

Bonus outcome: more confidence in using all solids in a project. Like a scrappy quilt, the “leftovers quilt” also allows for reminiscing on projects from the past.

Planning and piecing the quilt

This quilt pattern is the perfect way to use up leftover fabrics, but it is graphic enough to inspire a shopping trip to your local quilt shop too!

Use an accurate ¼” seam allowance throughout to ensure all elements of the quilt fit together well.

Handle all bias edges carefully to avoid distortion.

Quilt dimensions

Finished size: 45″ x 60″

Finished blocks: 10″

Quilting and finishing tips

Quilt as desired. While this quilt looks lovely stitched with an overall pattern, it also lends itself well to custom quilting in it’s various square and triangle piecing shapes. Consider playing around with ruler work to differentiate alternate blocks, as well.

For tips about longarm ruler work check out one of our many blogs on the topic at the link below.

Tips for Mastering Longarm Ruler Work on your Quilting Machine

The Fragments in Time quilt was designed and made by Sharon Wasteney and quilted by Stacie Spradlin of Seams Divine.