
5 Fat Quarter Quilts
Quilting has been a beloved pastime for generations, with its intricate patterns and cozy finished products. However, for busy modern-day quilters, finding the time to

Places to Donate Your Quilts and Spread Comfort
Are you a passionate quilter looking to give back to your community? Donating your quilts to organizations in need is a meaningful way to spread

Our Top Fat Quarter Quilt Patterns
At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, creativity is stitched into every pattern! Fat quarters are a quilter’s best friend, versatile and vibrant, making them a must-have in

4 Yellow Umbrella Quilts You Can Make In a Weekend
Are you looking for your next quilting project that can be completed in a weekend? At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we have you covered! Below we’ll

Strip ‘n Stitch Free Table Runner
Hey quilting friends! I have been looking for a way to use up some leftover scraps from my stash! What better way than with a

Learn to Sew- Table Runner (Free Pattern)
Are you wanting to learn to sew? Or teach your children or grandchildren? Yellow Umbrella Quilts strives to make beginner friendly quilt patterns that are

Top 4 Sewing Machines for Beginner Quilters
Choosing the right sewing machine as a beginner quilter is crucial for honing your crafting skills. With countless options available, it can be overwhelming to

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

Quick and Easy: Free Seasonal Table Runner Pattern for Busy Crafters
Are you a busy crafter who yearns to add a festive touch to your dining table, but struggles to find the time? Look no further!

Quilt Patterns Released in 2023!
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

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

4 Quilts You Can Make With 12 Fat Quarters
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

4 of Our Best Quilt Photography Tips for Stunning Photos
At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we know that capturing the true beauty of a quilt can sometimes be a challenge — but with the right photography
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

2022 Quilt 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

Country Cottage- Smitten with Spring
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

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

Christmas Morning – A 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

Silly Goose – Precut Friendly Quilt Pattern
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

Inside Out – A Scrappy Quilt Pattern
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

Lindsey’s 5 Favorite Notions
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

Rainbow Days Mini Quilt
The Rainbow Days Mini Quilt is a beginner-friendly quilting project. It can easily be assembled on a rainy day or a weekend, or whenever you

Jungle Brigade- Jungle Paradise by Stacy Iest Hsu
Jungle Brigade is a beginner-friendly quilt pattern, although it is fast and fun for all levels of quilters! This pattern is available in six different

Turn of Spring – Free Table Runner Pattern
Ready for Spring? We are too!! This winter has felt longer than most, however, I feel like I say that about every winter. I am

Simple Binding Tutorial
If you are new to quilting, then this simple binding quilting tutorial is for you! There are a few different ways to bind a quilt,

Churn Dazzle- Homemade by Tula Pink
Churn Dazzle has easily become my favorite quilt pattern thus far. It came together quickly and was just a joy to make. Tula Pink’s Homemade

Can You Teach Yourself How to Quilt?
Yes, and if you are interested in teaching yourself how to quilt, Yellow Umbrella Quilts is here to help! We are passionate about our love

Redeemed- Linework by Tula Pink
Redeemed was inspired by a few different elements, the first being my mother! My mom is part of a quilting group that spends quilting weekends

Nesting Your Seams- A Tutorial
When sewing multiple units together, such as two rows without sashing in between, nesting your seams is a very important step. This way, your quilt

Flying Geese- A Beginner’s Guide
I was working on a new star quilt pattern, creating many flying geese when I was inspired to make a Flying Geese tutorial! In my

Love Never Fails- Mini quilt and Table Runner
Happy Valentine’s Day! Love Never Fails is the perfect Valentine’s Day project. Instead of buying into the commercialism of this cold weather holiday, I like

4 Reasons To Purchase A Pattern From Yellow Umbrella Quilts
Sewing can be an adventure of miscues without the guidance of a quilt pattern. To start your next sewing journey, first stop by Yellow Umbrella

4 Quilting Terms Every Beginner Needs to Know
You have all your quilting tools, you got your Yellow Umbrella Quilts quilting pattern, and you’re ready to start on your first piece. But wait,

How to Get Started in Quilting
If you’re here, then you too must have been swept up in the artistic world of quilting! At Yellow Umbrella Quilts, we get it. Who
GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN Pattern- All Test Quilts
My testers were so wonderful in testing the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun pattern for me. They were all so patient with the numerous errors

GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN- HOMEMADE BY TULA PINK
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun is available for purchase in the Yellow Umbrella Quilts pattern shop. This pattern is for advanced beginners or intermediate quilters,

Charming Pirouette: Bloomington by Lella Boutique
I owe the success of Charming Pirouette to my testers. And to Jesus, where He guides, He provides! Many changes were made in the process
Northbound: All Test Quilts
I was so fortunate to have so many quilters test quilt patterns! Here are all of their creations: Karen’s light grey background makes the pink

Northbound: Lake Views by Holly Taylor
When I saw Holly Taylor’s Lake Views line, I knew I wanted to design a quilt for my dad. He is a pro fisherman who

LINCOLN LOGS: GINGHAM FARM BY RBD
August 23, 2020 Lincoln Logs was inspired by one of my friends I met while I was studying abroad in Spain. She and her husband

XOXO COASTERS: FREE PATTERN DOWNLOAD
August 17, 2020 Not sure what to do with your fabric scraps? Make some coasters! These coasters are relatively quick to make and super fun.

BEACONS IN THE NIGHT: ONLY YOU BY ANDOVER FABRICS
Beacons in the Night Beacons in the Night is a Charm Square friendly quilt. It is for a Throw size only. All a quilter needs

SUNSHINE & WILDFLOWERS: WILDFLOWER BOUTIQUE BY RBD
Sunshine & Wildflowers was made for and inspired by my mom. She really likes star blocks and enjoys making flying geese. I decided to make

SKEDADDLE: ABLOOM BY MICHAEL MILLER FABRICS
April 23, 2020 Skedaddle is the 3rd quilt I finished. It is a fat quarter friendly quilt. I originally designed this quilt to be pastel

HULLABALLOO: RILEY BLAKE KISSES
April 21, 2020 Hullaballoo is the second quilt I made. It came together fairly quickly! At first, I was a little nervous about the dashed

LOLLYGAG QUILT: KONA SOLIDS
April 21, 2020 This quilt was the first quilt I designed and the reason I decided to start this business journey. The inspiration for this

BINDING YOUR QUILT: A TUTORIAL
February 25, 2020 Binding quilts can be such a pain! It is one of my least favorite steps in the quilt making process. As a

