Gather Quilt Block Pattern ~ DIY Tutorial Ideas!

You might not be a fan of applique, but fear not! These Gather blocks can be sewn onto the background fabric by machine too. I used clear monofilament on this block so that the colors of the individual pentagons would still stand out and the color of the stitching would be minimal.

Fabric Choices

I used the following Kona Cotton Solids for the first version of this block I created:

    Kona Cotton Avocado
    Kona Cotton Bonsai
    Kona Cotton Olive
    Kona Cotton Curry
    Kona Cotton Amber
    Kona Cotton Cedar
    Kona Cotton Sienna
    Kona Cotton Paprika
    Kona Cotton Crimson
    Kona Cotton Garnet
    Kona Cotton Eggshell

Pattern Download

Click HERE to download the Gather quilt block pattern for the full instructions.

*Note: This pattern is for an experienced beginner and assumes you know how to whip stitch and applique.

The possibilities for this pattern are endless! I even made a placemat by just making the background piece a little wider on the sides and quilted it with big stitches using Perle cotton size 8 in Ecru for a subtle effect! One of my practice blocks also become a mug rug that I did some improv quilting on (matchstick quilting lines mixed with lines spaced 1/2" apart). I love how both turned out!

Liberty of London Fabric Option

If you are a huge fan of Liberty Fabrics like me, this will be a really fun option for you to try!

This amazing Liberty Fabrics Tresco Lawn in cream/multi stood out in particular. It had all of the fall colors mixed in and I couldn't take my eyes off of it!