Guide to Piecing Quilt Backing

When it comes to quilting, piecing the backing can often be overlooked in comparison to the quilt top. However, the quilt backing plays a crucial role in the overall look and longevity of the quilt. In this guide from Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we will explore four essential things to know about piecing quilt backing for…

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Quilt Patterns Released in 2023!

2023 Quilts

It was a busy year at Yellow Umbrella Quilts! We made a new record with pattern releases, by completing 15 quilt patterns. Let’s take a walk through this year’s accomplishments! Inside Out Inside Out is a fun, modern Churn Dash quilt pattern that is fat quarter friendly! Using fat quarter bundles allows your quilt to…

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Top 4 Beginner Quilts

Are you a beginner quilter looking to embrace the art of quilting?  At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we offer a wide selection of quilting patterns that are perfect for beginners. In today’s article, we will explore the top four beginner quilts that offer both simplicity and style. Each pattern has its own unique features and fabric…

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4 Quilts You Can Make With 12 Fat Quarters

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Are you looking to create stunning quilts with a dozen fat quarters? At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we have some ideas for you! In this blog post, we will explore four beautiful fat quarter quilt patterns from our online store that can be made using a limited fabric supply. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or you’re…

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Take a Hike!

Here at Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we have been trying some new styles of quilt patterns! It has been happenstance, really. My mom and I have been finding cute fabric, but it has either been very busy or large print. Sometimes both! I find it difficult to find patterns that showcase large print fabrics, so I…

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2022 Quilt Showcase

2022 showcase

2022 was a busy year at Yellow Umbrella Quilts! We designed 7 quilt patterns and 8 table runner/mini quilt patterns. We wanted to showcase all the fun things we have been doing at YUQ headquarters. Let’s take a look at all the fun creations! Seasonal Table Runners Love Never Fails is an easy, beginner-friendly quilt…

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Country Cottage- Smitten with Spring

Spring Quilt- Country Cottage

Spring is here!! What better way to celebrate than with a new quilt pattern! Country Cottage is a layer cake friendly quilt pattern. This beginner quilt pattern comes in a throw size only, measuring 64 in. 75 in. Country Cottage can be purchased in the Yellow Umbrella Quilts shop. Lots of Spring cleaning has been…

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Hugs & Kisses- A Valentine’s Quilt

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we have been spreading lots of love around the Yellow Umbrella Quilts shop! To show our support for the holiday of love, we have created a beautifully designed quilt we love to call — Hugs & Kisses. This is a throw-size-only quilt, measuring 60 in. x 72…

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Christmas Morning – A Layer Cake Quilt

Christmas Layer Cake Quilt

If you’re looking to add some festive cheer to your home this holiday season, then Christmas Morning Quilt Pattern from Yellow Umbrella Quilts is the perfect choice! Measuring 57 in. x 65 in., this quilt is great for snuggling up next to the fireplace and watching the snow fall. Not only is it a great…

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Silly Goose – Precut Friendly Quilt Pattern

Silly Goose PDF

If you’re looking for a fun and creative quilting project, you have to check out our Silly Goose quilt pattern! It’s a precut-friendly pattern that’s perfect for charm packs, layer cakes, and fat quarters. You can even make it using fat eighths, though you’ll have a lot of leftover fabric. So grab your fabric, get…

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Inside Out – A Scrappy Quilt Pattern

scrappy quilt

Are you looking for a creative way to use up all of your fabric scraps? Look no further than the Inside Out quilt pattern from Yellow Umbrella Quilts! This modern, scrappy quilt can be made with fat quarters and is available in four sizes — Baby, Throw, Twin, and Queen. Unleash your inner artist with…

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Lindsey’s 5 Favorite Notions

5 Favorite Notions Blog

Hello! If you are new to quilting, you may be thinking, “What tools do I need?” So, I decided to make a list of my top 5 favorite notions for quilting. In the quilting and sewing world, notions refer to the necessary small tools. I use these notions with every quilt and sewing project because…

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