Long May She Wave: FREE patterns!

Memorial Day, Flag Day, and America's Independence Day are coming up fast. Here is a beautiful example of a bargello flag, and three FREE patterns to celebrate America and those who defend her!

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 Long May She Wave by Elaine Mahaffey, quilted by Bill Barnes.  

Elaine Mahaffey's quilt is based on the Bargello Flag pattern by Jackie Vujcich at Colorado Creations.  This quilt was exhibited at the 2026 Quilt Arizona show in honor of this year's Theme: "Let Freedom Ring." 

Elaine notes that the American flag symbolizes the liberty and freedom we enjoy in our nation. "It has stood the test of time and serves as a reminder of the price many have paid for the country we treasure.  I loved the movement that was achieved in this piece by the bargello technique.  It adds an exciting element and energy... I still feel a thrill when I sing "The Star Spangled Banner."  

We love the way the bargello pattern creates "waves"!  For more inspiration, check out the FREE tutorials and patterns at the links below! 

Long May She Wave, free tutorial at Mels Own Place (CLICK for tutorial) 

Firework Flag, 18 x 18", free pattern by Gigi Khalsa for Quilters Newsletter (CLICK for PDF download)

Old Glory quilt by Maggie Hall, free pattern for Quilting for a Cause as seen at C&T Publishing (CLICK for PDF download)

 

 

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!)

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Free Pattern day! Bargello quilts

Here are free patterns for bargello quilts! The bargello technique can be used to create backgrounds for applique, to showcase landscape prints, or to use up your stash. To go to a pattern: Scroll down the page until you see the quilt you like, then click on the words "CLICK for PDF download" (or the hyperlinked website name) in the title above the quilt.

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Making Waves quilt, 108 x 87", free pattern by Mathew Boudreaux for Art Gallery Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Go with the Flow quilt, 48 x 60", free pattern by Natalie Crabtree for Windham Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Bargello quilt, 78 x 94", free pattern at Jordan Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Fragrant Flowers quilt, ~71 x 79", free pattern by Natalie Crabtree for Windham Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Rippling Flags quilt, ~62 x 70", free pattern by Natalie Crabtree for Windham Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

 Spiral Bargello quilt, 42", free pattern at The Festival of Quilts UK (CLICK for PDF download)

Color Current quilt, 65 x 84", free pattern by Natalie Crabtree for Anthology Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

A Little Rainbow quilt, 54 x 75", free pattern by Wishwell for Robert Kaufman Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Prism - Uncorked quilt, ~62 x 70", free pattern by Natalie Crabtree for Windham Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Ombre Effects quilt, 34 x 38", free pattern at Northcott Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Ombre Effects quilt, 34 x 38", free pattern at Banyan Batiks (CLICK for PDF download)

Under The Sea quilt, 38 x 48", free pattern by Wendy Sheppard for Anthology Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Fabulous Flamingoes Wave Quilt, 50 x 62", free pattern by Paintbrush Studios (CLICK for PDF download)

Confetti quilt, 64 x 80", free pattern by Wilmington Prints (CLICK for PDF download)

Navajo Seasons quilt, free pattern in 5 sizes by Jinny Beyer (CLICK for PDF download)

Butterfly quilt, 55 x 51", free pattern by Amy Sinibaldi for Art Gallery Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Sedimental quilt, ~58 x 63", free pattern by Tula Pink for Free Spirit Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Lemon Zest quilt, 72 x 90", free pattern by Tailormade by Design for Benartex (CLICK for PDF download)

Pretty as a Peacock quilt, 64 x 79", free pattern at Quilting Treasures (CLICK for PDF download)

Harmony Bargello quilt, 60 x 72", free pattern at Quilting Treasures (CLICK for PDF download)

Navajo Song quilt, 60 x 67”, free pattern by Aubrey Page for Benartex (CLICK for PDF download)

Dancing Colors quilt, 43 x 72”, by Denise Russell for Moda Bakeshop (CLICK for PDF download)

Frequency quilt, 68 x 88”, free pattern by Stacey Day for American Quilter (CLICK for PDF download)

Clarabelle quilt, 48 x 60”, free pattern by Sharon McConnell for Hoffman Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Paint Drip quilt, 55 x 69", free pattern at Robert Kaufman Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Serenity Bargello quilt, 47 x 62”, by Patti Carey for Northcott Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Bonjour Mon Ami bargello quilt, 57 x 94”, free pattern by Amanda Murphy for Blend Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Look Both Ways quilt, 58 x 55”, free pattern by Ellen Maxwell for Michael Miller Fabrics (CLICK For PDF download)

Chroma Modern quilt, 54 x 82", free pattern by Lunn Studios for Robert Kaufman (CLICK for PDF download) 

Rainbow Bargello pillow, 20 x 20", free pattern at Pelenna Patchworks (CLICK for PDF download)

Bargellos, 20 x 38”, free quilt pattern by Lunn Studios for Robert Kaufman (CLICK for PDF download)

Straw Daisy Chevron bargello quilt, 50 x 64”, free pattern by Ellen Maxwell for Michael Miller Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download) 

Blue Raindot Bargello quilt, 43 x 60", free pattern by Marinda Stewart for Michael Miller Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Baby Bargello Quilt, 42 x 48", free pattern by Karen Montgomery for Timeless Treasures (CLICK for PDF download)

  Baby Bargello quilt, 38 x 46", free pattern at Jordan Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Fun With Fizz quilt by Sheila Sinclair Snyder for P&B Textiles (CLICK for PDF download)

Ruth Ann Bargello quilt, 42 x 56”, free pattern by Marinda Stewart for Michael Miller Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Blue Lagoon Quilt, 56 x 60", free pattern at Fabric Editions (CLICK for PDF download)

Delectable Bargello, 74 x 92”, by Cindy Carter at Carter Quilter (CLICK for PDF download) 

Fauxgello Quilt, 45" x 35" or 44" x 42", free pattern at Robert Kaufman (CLICK for PDF download)  

Madison's Star quilt, 80" square, free pattern by Banyan Batiks for Northcott Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

Bargello table runner, free pattern at Jordan Fabrics (CLICK for PDF download)

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