19 Cathedral Window Quilt Patterns
Love traditional quilts? Check out this collection of cathedral window patchwork.

A cathedral window quilt pattern is a gorgeous traditional quilt block which uses folding and stitching to create stunning three-dimensional "window" designs.
Cathedral window blocks are a great way to add an elegant twist to your quilts, as they give you the freedom to play with various fabric patterns and combinations.
One of the top reasons that quilters love cathedral window patchwork is that it gives your quilt a complicated look without requiring a complicated process! Make stunning, clever projects with a faux cathedral window block that gives you all the aesthetic with less of the work.
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Cathedral Window Quilt Patterns
- Church Picnic QuiltThis gorgeous cathedral windows quilt pattern comes alive with colorful quilt fabric, but still maintains the appeal of vintage quilt patterns.
- Cathedral Stars QuiltThe Cathedral Stars Quilt is an intricate two block star quilt that draws inspiration from a stained glass cathedral window.
- Cathedral Window PlaymatIf you're looking for an original idea for a small handmade quilt gift to bring to a baby shower, you'll adore this unexpected cathedral quilt pattern.
- Upcycled Denim Rag QuiltThis cathedral window rag quilt tutorial uses a cathedral window quilt pattern to create a three-dimensional effect that reveals each uniquely printed fabric scrap.
- Mini Cathedral Windows QuiltHave you always wanted to learn how to make a cathedral window quilt, but were not ready for a full-sized pattern? Try the Mini Cathedral Windows Quilt on for size.
Cathedral Window Quilt Blocks
- Heavenly Cathedral Window Star BlockCombine the classic elegance of the cathedral windows quilt pattern with the attention-grabbing look of a star quilt to make the Heavenly Cathedral Window Star Block.
- A bold and very contemporary approach to cathedral windows quilt pattern instructions can be seen in this tutorial for the Cathedral Windows Remix Block.
- A Stellar Charm BlockDazzle friends and family when you incorporate this design for A Stellar Charm Block into your next quilt project.
- Cathedral Heart Quilt BlockSurprise a loved one when you create this Cathedral Heart Quilt Block! It is a super fun take on a cathedral window block.
- Cheerful Cathedral Window Quilt BlockCathedral window blocks are a great way to add an elegant twist to your quilts, as they give you the freedom to play with various fabric patterns and combinations.
Faux Cathedral Window Quilt Patterns
- Flora Modular Cathedral BlockThe Flora Modular Cathedral Block is a colorful block made with rolled bias edges rather than templates and curved piecing. It's one of the coolest mock cathedral window quilt ideas around!
- Denim Cathedral Window Pillow Part 1The Denim Cathedral Window Pillow uses old jeans and pretty fabrics to create a patchwork pillow with a faux cathedral windows quilt pattern.
- Groovy Modular Cathedral BlockUse bright colors against white sashing for a bold look with this Groovy Modular Cathedral Block.
- Orange Windows Quilt BlockThe Orange Windows Quilt Block looks similar to more complicated quilt block patterns with curved piecing, but it's actually a much easier applique block.
- Cathedral Windows in SpringtimeThis cathedral window quilt pattern, PDF included, allows for a lot of creativity and fun. The Cathedral Windows in Springtime quilt takes that element of fun and combines it with the fresh start of spring.
Easy Cathedral Window Quilt Patterns
- Short Cut for Cathedral WindowsLuckily, we have a shortcut for cathedral windows quilt pattern, free walkthrough included, that demonstrates how you can cut down your work time and make a whole series of cathedral window quilt patterns.
- Opposing Waves Cathedral WindowLearning how to create cathedral window patchwork will be super easy once you read the directions from this fantastic guide.
- Orange Peel Mug RugThis quilting tutorial uses a variety of techniques including free motion quilting, applique, and cathedral windows patchwork!
- Winter Seeds Table TopperThis holiday season, treat yourself to a gorgeous and unique table topper that combines pretty winter colors and traditional quilt patterns.
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jadoredior
Aug 08, 2017
I think cathedral window blocks are so beautiful, but they're so difficult to find online. Thanks so much for rounding up these projects!

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