Beautiful Bargellos

Bargello patterns create the illusion of movement and depth on the flat surface of the quilt. Here are two stunning bargello quilts from a recent show. Also, check out our Free Pattern Day for Bargello Quilts!

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Mom & Me by Darlene Smith & Shawna Wallis, quilted by Shawna Wallis & Kris Neifeld.

Darlene Smith and Shawna Wallis made this two-fabric bargello quilt based on the method copyrighted by Susie Weaver. "We made two quilts... This one was a joint effort!" For impact, they chose a dramatic black-to-white ombre fabric for the background. 

Goin' Downhill by Susie Weaver, quilted by Kris Neifeld. 

Winner of an Exemplary Piecing award, this design was adapted from a photo of "Surf Song" in Twist & Turn Bargello Quilts by Eileen Wright. Susie Weaver says, "This beauty started with 20 fabrics (based on the border fabric) in each of 6 strata. Then the math took over and the fun began. It took a bit of time and focus to finish with 2496 matching points and the length of 3 football fields of stitching." (WOW!)

 If you're considering a bargello quilt, check out our FREE PATTERN archive (CLICK HERE!)

Image credits: Photos of Mom & Me and Goin' Downhill were taken by Quilt Inspiration at the 2026 Tucson Quilters Guild show. NOTE: Quilt Inspiration is an Amazon Associate, meaning we earn a small commission if an item is purchased from any Amazon link on this page. (There is no extra charge to you.)  Thank you for your support of Quilt Inspiration.