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17 Snuggly Free Rag Quilt Patterns

By: Jessica Nichols, Editor of FaveQuilts.com

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Borders Baby Rag QuiltOnce you learn how to make rag quilts, you won't be able to stop! These frayed quilts are so easy to make, you'll get addicted to rag quilting. Check out our list of 17 Snuggly Free Rag Quilt Patterns to get new rag quilt ideas!

Rag quilt patterns are different from regular quilt patterns in several aspects. First of all, they employ a quilt-as-you-go method, meaning that each piece of fabric is sandwiched with its batting and backing before being stitched to the surrounding pieces. The technique that makes rag quilting unique from other quilting methods is the purposeful fraying of exposed seams. This gives rag quilts their characteristic ruffled or "raggedy" appearance. Free rag quilt patterns can take any shape or form. Their snuggly seams and durability make them wonderful baby quilts, but rag quilting can also be used to create rustic accessories and decorations.

17 Snuggly Free Rag Quilt Patterns
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How to Make Rag Quilts

Rag Quilting VideoStriped Homespun Rag QuiltAdaptable Rag QuiltRag Quilting with AccuQuilt

If you have no experience with rag quilting, start with one of these basic tutorials. You'll learn how to make rag quilts of any shape and size in the simplest patterns: stripes or squares.

  1. Rag Quilting Video Tutorial - Learn the basics of making rag quilts in this video tutorial.
     
  2. Striped Homespun Rag Quilt - With this tutorial, you'll have a twin-sized rag quilt in less than a day.
     
  3. Adaptable Rag Quilt - This tutorial provides materials, dimensions, and cutting requirements for any size rag quilt.
     
  4. Rag Quilting with AccuQuilt - See how an AccuQuilt fabric cutter can be used to make a rag quilt even faster.
     
  5. Ragged T-Shirt Quilt Instructions - Make a t-shirt quilt even easier by rag quilting your old t-shirts together.
     

Rag Quilt Pillows

Homespun Patchwork Rag PillowDenim Cathedral Windows Pillow

Rag quilt pillows give your home a rustic, cozy feeling. These free rag quilt patterns can be made in just a few hours!

  1. Homespun Patchwork Rag Pillow - The simple square patchwork in this pillow makes it impossibly easy.
     
  2. Denim Cathedral Window Pillow - Frayed denim pairs perfectly with a red and white print in this raggedy pillow.
     

Wearable Rag Quilt Ideas

Quilted Homespun ToteQuilted Homespun ScarfHomespun Quilted Rag Belt

Rag quilting isn't just for your home! These rag quilt ideas for accessories have a shabby chic aesthetic that will perfectly complement your casual outfits.

  1. Homespun Rag Quilt Tote - Made in scraps of blue plaid, this tote looks great with jeans!
     
  2. Quilted Homespun Scarf - You can't get a cozier scarf than this!
     
  3. Homespun Quilted Rag Belt - Pair this distressed belt with denim or white for a carefree, summery look.
     

Baby Rag Quilt Patterns

Sunny Baby Rag QuiltShabby Spring Baby Rag QuiltHalf-Square Triangle Rag QuiltChevron Cut Chenille Baby QuiltBeautiful Baby Rag QuiltRaggedy Basketweave Quilt

Small children and rag quilts were meant for each other; the soft, ruffled quilts make the perfect comforting blankies (plus they are easy to launder and intended to look well-used!)

  1. Sunny Baby Rag Quilt - Bring a ray of sunshine into your nursery with this cheery quilt!
     
  2. Shabby Spring Baby Rag Quilt - This springtime quilt doubles as an Easter decoration.
     
  3. Triangle Rag Quilt - Experiment with rag quilts using half square triangles rather than squares.
     
  4. Chevron Cut Chenille Baby Quilt - Although not a traditional rag quilt, this baby blanket sports the characteristic clipped, frayed seams.
     
  5. Borders Baby Rag Quilt (shown above) - The layout of this quilt resembles that of a medallion quilt, with concentric borders.
     
  6. Beautiful Baby Rag Quilt  - A simple rag quilt pattern, this tutorial encourages you to try out different kinds of fabrics.
     
  7. Raggedy Basketweave Quilt - This basketweave quilt uses an unusual rag quilting technique that you'll want to try out!

 

 

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