An Updated Quilt Layout
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I’ve had lots of requests recently to use the layout design I originally made for my #DYOSampler Quilt, which became the base for my Communique Quilt. So, I took a little time and made a nice clean (digital) version of the layout for you all.
I think this version will be much more useful to you with easier to read block sizes, including sizes for the 2″ strip pieces.
Blocks
In an attempt to make your life a little easier, I’ve totaled up the number of blocks you will need in each size. I’ve also included some recommendations for types of blocks to use. Feel free to use those recommendations… or not. Let your imagination run wild!
| Block Size | Number of Blocks | Recommended Block Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2″ | 25 | Solid – This block is so small that I don’t recommend piecing it … unless of course, you’re a masochist. |
| 4″ | 35 | Solid or Simple Piecing – This block is still pretty small, so I would stick with a solid block or something simple like a Half-Square Triangle or Pinwheel |
| 6″ | 20 | Simple or Moderate Piecing – This block size lends itself to simple piecing like Half-Square Triangles and Pinwheels, along with moderately more complicated or “busy” blocks like the Log Cabin or Friendship Stars. |
| 8″ | 11 | Moderate to Complicated Piecing – Blocks this size should either have interesting piecing or a fabric pattern that lends itself to the larger size, such as a larger fussy-cut print. |
| 10″ | 4 | Moderate to Complicated Piecing – Blocks this size should either have interesting piecing or a fabric pattern that lends itself to the larger size, such as a larger fussy-cut print. |
| 12″ | 4 | Moderate to Complicated Piecing – Blocks this size should either have interesting piecing or a fabric pattern that lends itself to the larger size, such as a larger fussy-cut print. |
| 16″ | 2 | Panel or Complicated to Intricate Piecing – This is a great area to showcase your favorite panel fabric, as I did in my original quilt, or to show off your favorite quilt block. Because the block is larger, it will make it easier to piece more intricately designed blocks. Larger Pieces are always easier to work with. |
Strips
This is a great place to use up leftover strips from a jellyroll, but these pieces can easily be cut from yardage as well.
| Block Size | Number of Blocks |
|---|---|
| 2×10″ | 8 |
| 2×12″ | 2 |
| 2×14″ | 2 |
| 2×16″ | 5 |
| 2×18″ | 1 |
Fabric Requirements
If you make this quilt using solid blocks, you will need approximately 3.5 yards of fabric, however, I recommend rounding up to 4 total yards if you are using smaller cuts, like fat quarters. Plan for 4.5-5 yards of fabric if you are making pieced blocks.
Get Your Copy
Click the link below to download a printable PDF of the pattern.
Your Projects
As you may know, I used this design as the center section of a king-size bed quilt.
I’d love to see your finished project! Share a link in the comments, or use the hashtag #CommuniqueQuilt on Instagram. I’m hoping to make one in this size soon, so look for it here, or on your favorite social network.
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This is awesome! Thank you!
You are very welcome! I’m excited that so many people have found the design useful.
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Hi Andrea,
I would like permission to use your layout to make a quilt with your layout. I will be using vintage
linens.
Thank You
Please feel free to use the design!
Do u think this layout could be made into a crib or baby sized quilt? I love the layout!
Crib quilts are normally about 45×60. Let me see what I can do for you. I’m sure I can come up with something similar to fit that size.
How much do I need to add for seam allowance?
Add 1/2 an inch to each block. That will give you a 1/4-inch seam allowance.
Would like to use your layout to dos king sized quilt with vintage linens. Permission, please?
Please feel free to use this pattern. There is one set up for king-size patterns, which you can download here –http://mouseinmypocket.com/2018/02/king-size-communique-quilt-layout/
I am presuming that 1/2 in needs to be added to each block size for seam allowance?
That is correct. If you are using standard 1/4″ seams, you should add 1/2″ to your measurements.
Wow! Glad I was on Pintrest tonight and found this great layout. Thanks!!!
I’m trying to download the PDF link and can only download the layout. It isn’t including the detail on ideas on what fabrics to use based on the size of the block or piece. I’ve tried to highlight the infor in order to print but it isn’t allowing this either. Is it possible to include this info with the layout for printing and downloading as a PDF? Thank you!
I will make that addition to the document. In the mean time, I’ll email that information to you.
what a great combination of squares and rectangles! Thank you for your creation. I plan to use up alot of scraps to make it.
I’m so glad you like it. This project really is great for scraps. And there is a smaller baby quilt sized version if you don’t have quite enough scraps to do the throw. You can see all the sizes here – http://mouseinmypocket.com/downloadable-layouts-patterns/
Merci beaucoup Andrea, je vais le faire pour ma petite fille verdion bébé. Belle journée à vous
Soyez le bienvenu!
Hi Andrea,
Love your quilt design! May I use this for a Quilt of Valor, but add a couple of borders in order to meet the ‘best size’ requirement for a QOV? (Best size is 60″ x 80″ which is what I usually aim for.)
Thanks for your consideration!
Please feel free to use the design! I hope it turns out well.
Thanks much for your permission! I appreciate it!
This is great Andrea, may I please use this layout? I’ve been looking for something like this for a long time.
Please do! I’d love to see the finished quilt too.
Hi loved making this quilt found 2 of the panels hard tho don’t no have to put my pic on lol x
Which panels did you have difficulty with? I’d love to be able to rework the design if necessary to make the quilt easier to piece.
Bottom left is really hard
Odd seams to join
Thank you do much for sharing this pattern. I have a good number of vintage sheets,large snd small scraps, as well as vintage hankies. This will be the perfect pattern for them! Quilters really are some of the most generous people 🙂
You are most welcome. Just remember that the layout does not have your seam allowance, so you’ll want to add half an inch to the block size for your seams.
I tried to print the PDF of the layout and the actual layout (the large size where you can see the whole layout) did not show up, only the header. Is there any way you can get that layout to me. The small one on your page is too small to really get the idea. Thanks, Brooke
PDFs of all of the layouts are available here: http://mouseinmypocket.com/downloadable-layouts-patterns/. If that doesn’t work for you, let me know. I can send you a large jpg version of the image instead.
Would love to make this. I have already done Long Time Gone and Gypsy Wife and enjoyed doing them.
If you decide to make it, please share photos! Note that blocks are listed as their finished sizes, so you will want to add a 1/2-inch for your seam allowances.
Hi my mom is going to use this pattern to make a blanket for my daughter. I know everyone is using scrapes but what how many different patterns do you think she should use? Just a rough guess. It is a beautiful pattern.
In my version, I used log cabin blocks for all of of mine, except for the 4 and 2″ blocks, which I left solid, and the 16″ blocks, which I used panel pieces for. I’ve also seen the quilt done entirely with solid blocks of fabric, and with every block having a different design. I’ve collected the completed versions I’ve found here: http://mouseinmypocket.com/downloadable-layouts-patterns/. Hopefully they will help you to get a better sense of what you want.
Andrea love ❤️ this quilt. Hav saved to my ‘bucket list’ n excited ? to make it. The PDF link u posted on 1st March 2019 the sizes are mixed n there is no ‘king size’ pattern. Thank you for this beautiful design ?? and I will definitely post my quilt when completed
Thanks for letting me know. I will attempt to get this corrected shortly, in the mean time, you can find all of the designs here: http://mouseinmypocket.com/downloadable-layouts-patterns/
I just used this pattern for another scrap quilt an shared it with some quilting friends. I have a picture I’d like to send you. Thank you so much.
I would love to see your finished quilt. You can send the pic via email to [email protected], or just share a link if you’re sharing it somewhere online already.
Thank you for making this easy Andrea, I know it must have taken some work to get it all written down and as clear as it is. I’m starting today to make this thats been put on the back burner for too long, but thanks to you now I can proceed. You are very appreciated here in Maine!
Glad I was able to help! I hope it turns out beautifully.
Hi, Andrea! I used some nice big scraps (mostly Tula Pink) for my throw layout. It will look funky when it’s done but I hope I choose my color scheme wisely. I don’t have the same fabric for some blocks (the 6×6 and 8×8 are not all the same fabric) so I will lay it out carefully before I start piecing.
Just one question – there are a couple of places where the seams do not match up evenly to form a good block – at the bottom left middleish and the right second “block” up. Will I simply need to leave the needle down and turn to catch the “floppy” seam, as I call it? I hope this makes sense. I’m just trying to get that piecing in some kind of sewing order. Thanks!
Yes, there are just a couple funny seams. You’ll handle those similar to set-in seams. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to handle them. http://www.todaysquilter.com/tutorials/how-to-sew-set-in-seams/
Hi Andrea, just saw a picture of this quilt in one of the blogs. Is there a link for the amount of fabric to buy? I have clicked on the links above and none seem to be working?
Thanks in advance and I await your reply. I already know the fabric line I am using.
I have never figured up yardage for the quilt as I’ve made mine using scrap fabric. I’m sorry that I’m not much help there. The links for the quilts should be working at http://mouseinmypocket.com/making/quilts/communique-quilts/.
Andrea, with your permission I would love to make this quilt.
Also, do you have the yardage for this quilt?
Thanks, Maria
Please feel free to make one of these quilts yourself. I’ve only ever made this with scrap fabric, so I’ve never calculated yardage for the design. I will see if I can work it out tho.
Hi Andrea,
I would like to make certain I am understanding your cutting directions.
Example: for a 4 x 4 inch finished (after sewing together) block I should cut out a 4.5 x 4.5 inch block. Likewise, for a 2 x 14 inch finished strip, I should cut a 2.5 x 14.5 inch strip and so on.
Thank you for your clarification,
The nervous quilter – Kerri
That is correct. If you add half an inch to each measurement, that you give you all of your 1/4 inch seams.
Hi, Andrea, thank you so much for your pattern. It helped me a lot in creation of my son’s quilt. I live in Turin, Italy. Bye!
Do you have a queen size layout of the Communique? I have looked and have been unable to find one. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you
Question: do you have a best method for putting together the bottom left panel of the 56×70 quilt? The sizes don’t quite match up and there are a few Y seams.
I’ve just always done the Y-Seams, however, if you visit Rhonda Dort’s website, she has an adaption without the Y-Seams — https://rhondadort.com/2018/07/01/the-making-of-the-blue-and-white-mostly-vintage-linens-quilt-part-1-of-4/
Thank you for the reply and the assist.
Hi Andrea, with your permission I would love to try and make your quilt. I have lots of doileys I have collected for years and would love to give this amazing quilt a try
When I look above it shows the cutting instructions for each block & how many to cut but when I click on the PDF pattern all I get is the layout. Is there a way to get the layouts & block size information so I can print it out?