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After finishing my woven fall wreath and proudly hanging it by the front door, I looked around and realized my dining table felt…bare. The crisp air, my cinnamon candles, everything was screaming fall except my living room.
I didn’t want another store-bought runner. I wanted something handmade that could anchor the season. That’s when I stumbled upon a quilt pattern that felt just right: a large hexagon quilt pattern, bold enough to stand out, but cozy enough to feel like autumn hugged in my table.
The great thing about working with this quilt pattern is how it blends beauty with simplicity. You don’t need to be a quilting pro. With a half-hexagon ruler, some fat quarters, and basic quilting tools like a rotary cutter, the process becomes wonderfully meditative.
I used around 53 large hexies (each about 10 inches) to build up a 40”x60” quilt that was the perfect size for my table, but you can scale up or down depending on your needs.
Mixing flowers and the bold colors helped strike that balance between autumn chaos and an elegance that I want. And yes, I even used some leftover fabric from my past projects, giving it that charm.
If you’ve been wanting to make your fall decor a little more personal, this large hexagon quilt pattern is a perfect place to start. It’s more than a seasonal project; it’s a centerpiece with a story. After the wreath, this was the missing piece, and now my whole living room feels ready for fall.
Materials Needed
- Quilt back and batting large enough for your desired quilt size
- Fabric yardage or fat eighths/fat quarters for hexagon blocks
- ~53 large hexagons (~10″ each) for a 40″×60″ quilt
- Half-hexagon ruler (approx. 9″ wide) or printable template
- Rotary cutter, cutting mat, and quilting ruler
- Sewing machine and thread
- Pins or clips
- Iron and pressing surface
- Binding fabric (½ yd)
- Quilting supplies like safety pins, basting spray/wall, and a walking foot
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Choose & Prep Fabrics
Select ~53 10″ pre-cut squares or fat quarters in coordinating prints or solids. A scrappy mix adds charm, while a more uniform palette creates a modern aesthetic.
2. Cut Half-Hexagon Units
Using your half-hexagon ruler, cut 106 half-hexagon shapes, two per hexagon block. Trim edges for precise seams. This eliminates Y-seams, simplifying construction.
3. Sew Half-Hexagons into Rows
- Layout: Arrange half-hex sets right-sides together, alternating orientation for a honeycomb effect.
- Seam allowance: Sew with a ¼″ seam allowance, joining two halves into large hexagons.
- Pressing: Press seams to one side, odd-row seams pressed right, even-row seams left, so edges nest perfectly.
4. Assemble Quilt Top
- Rows: Block-hexagon rows are stitched side-by-side.
- Seam nesting: Alternate seam press directions to nest edges for precise joins.
- Trimming: After all rows are sewn together, trim edges flush with the quilt top for clean lines.
5. Quilt & Bind
- Quilt sandwich: Layer your quilt top, batting, and backing; baste securely.
- Quilting design: Choose free-motion quilting or a design that complements your large blocks.
- Binding: Apply your binding strips according to your preference.
Useful Tips
- Avoid Y-seams; this is the key to simplicity.
- Use a Cricut to rapidly cut half-hex shapes from pre-cut 10″ squares if you have the tool and SVG templates.
- Customize your size: Want bigger or smaller? Use the hexagon diameter calculator. This tutorial assumes a 9″ diameter hexagon and finishes around 40″×60″.
- Fabric selection: Alternate prints with neutrals to avoid visual clutter.
- Pressing matters: Always press seams as instructed to ensure block nesting and reduce bulk.
FAQs
1. Is this quilt pattern suitable for beginners?
Yes, using half-hexes removes tricky Y-seams, making it ideal for confident beginners.
2. What size factory precuts do I need?
You’ll require ~53 10″ squares.
3. Can I make the quilt pattern bigger or smaller?
Absolutely.
4. Where do I find a half-hexagon ruler?
Quilting supply shops and online retailers stock rulers.
5. What quilting design suits this quilt pattern?
Free-motion quilting with spiderweb motifs.
6. How do I finish clean edges?
Use a rotary ruler to trim excess blocks before adding binding.
Conclusion
My large hexagon quilt pattern is a striking project that blends bold modern design with beginner construction. By using half-hexagon units, you skip tricky seams and still achieve a professional look.
