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    My Favorite Christmas Quilts

    Last Modified: November 8, 2024 by Amy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 39 Comments

    I've updated this list of some of my favorite Christmas Quilt patterns!

    The list is up to 35 Christmas quilts now. So many fun options with a range from simple patchwork to modern improv, to more advanced techniques. Plus something for everyone's style. Whether you're looking for a new project or just want to enjoy looking at some pretty Christmas quilts, I've got you covered.

    Sentimental Stars quilt in progress

    What kind of Christmas Sewing person are you? Are you someone who is good at getting a head start on everything, finishing all of your Christmas sewing before the season starts?

    Or maybe you're more like me? 

    In the past I've been a "Christmas-everything-comes-after-Thanksgiving" kind of person, and not really in the mood to work on Christmas sewing until December. Which has positives and negatives. It feels really festive to work on the projects while listening to Christmas music or watching White Christmas on Netflix.

    Quilt BLocks from Lori Holt's Vintage Christmas book
    Blocks from Lori Holt's Vintage Christmas

    But at the same time, it happens to be one of the busiest times of the year, so often I'll start a quilt one year and pull it out and finish it the next. (Or the one after that...)

    This year I'm feeling a little more motivated to get the Christmas projects out and working on them earlier. Fortunately January-2024-Amy made some good progress on a couple of years-long-Christmas WIP's and packed them up nicely to finish this year. Fingers crossed!

    Getting organized for a new year.
    Saltbox House block pattern

    All of that said, Christmas quilts are always some of my favorites. Over the years I've been collecting a list of Christmas quilt inspiration, patterns and tutorials and every year there are always more to add to the list. I've picked a variety from traditional to modern, as well as easy to more complex. There's definitely a Christmas quilt pattern out there for everyone!

    Stunning Christmas Quilts

    Tree Christmas Quilts:

    I'm SUCH a sucker for all things trees. That's what inspired the original Holiday Patchwork Forest quilts.

    One of the most popular tutorials on my blog is this Improv Patchwork Forest Trees quilt. I've since made a few different variations of this quilt. This quilt is all improv-piecing and really freeing. It's also a fun one for playing with fabric. Finished Large tree version found here.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Or if your time is limited, you can get the same creative satisfaction piecing a Mini tree version found here.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    And this is the latest variation on my tree quilts- this one is called the Pine Hollow Patchwork Forest. You can read about it and find the pattern here. I also made a fun two-tone low-volume red & white version seen here.

    I've seen a cool kit for the Pine Hollow quilt this year available here.

    This free quilt pattern by Amber of Gigi's Thimble is called Rustic Pines. I really love the patchwork look and the muted colors.

    Emily Dennis of Quilty Love has another pixelated tree quilt version called Quilty Trees.

    Quilty Trees by Emily Dennis of Quilty Love
    image from Emily Dennis of Quilty Love

    This Christmas in the Suburbs by Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew is one of my favoritest Christmas quilts. Allison added a simple pine tree block to give her house quilt a Christmas feel.

    photo from Cluck Cluck Sew

    Another recent favorite medallion-style quilt is this Winter Magic pattern from Andy Knowlton at A Bright Corner.

    Medallion style quilt, Winter Magic quilt pattern by Andy Knowlton, A Bright Corner

    Riley Blake Designs put together a gorgeous boxed kit of Winter Magic available this year.

    I'm SO smitten by the large, graphic style of this Knitted Star quilt pattern by Lo and Behold Stitchery. It looks striking in every color way that I've seen it.

    Two-tone quilt pattern Knitted Star by Lo and Behold Stitchery

    Another new quilt on my to-make-list is Katarina Roccella's Winter Flake quilt:

    Log-cabin inspired Winter Flake quilt pattern by Katarina Roccella's.
    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    I love the creativity of these two Christmas quilt patterns Glorious (above) and Merry and Bright (below) by Nadra Ridgeway of Ellis & Higgs.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Nadra has a stunning collection of Christmas quilts (this one below is called Bright Stars) and blocks like Santa, the Star of Bethlehem,  an angel, gift, etc. They can all be found in her Etsy shop as well as a bunch of adorable Christmas quilt blocks like Santa, the Star of Bethlehem, 

    This festive quilt is made with the Free PDF pattern for Cluck Cluck Sews' No Point Stars

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    How fun is this graphic modern quilt called Christmas Cheer by Corrine Sovey?

    Modern Christmas Cheer quilt pattern by Corrine Sovey

    Lori Holt's Vintage Christmas pattern book has a multitude of Christmas quilt blocks in assorted combinations and variations. And they're all amazing. I'm working on a bunch of the blocks right now and they're so much fun. Probably one of the best Christmas quilt pattern books there is.

    image from Lori Holt

    Camille Roskelly's Thimble Blossom Vintage Holiday pattern has darling vintage-inspired ornaments and is available in large and mini quilt variations.

    Thimble Blossoms Vintage Holiday

    Simple Patchwork Christmas Quilts

    Christmas quilts don't have to be fancy. You could easily make a simple patchwork quilt - or any quilt pattern really, and by using some fun Christmas-themed, or red and green fabric, you have an instant Christmas quilt!

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    This traditional quilt was made using my Quick Cornerstones tutorial (here). If you're looking for a super fast quilt to make this Christmas, this is it. There's a simple shortcut that helps it come together so quickly. Seriously.

    Fussy-Cut quilt. Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    This Christmas quilt is also a great one to make with precuts - 5" or 10" precuts. This version was made using the adorable Pixie Noel line from Riley Blake, which is perfect for cute fussy-cuts. I also used the classic Riley Blake Red Swiss dot.

    This Diamond Patchwork Tutorial by Andy from A Bright Corner is a fun variation on a traditional Around the World design and a great way to use a stash of Fat Quarters.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Another fun patchwork variation is this free tutorial for the Patchwork Plaid Christmas Quilt by Maker Valley.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: Patchwork Plaid Christmas Quilt tutorial by Maker Valley

    This one has been on my list to make for a while now - last year I cut a stack of 5" squares before I put away the Christmas fabric. Is this year I finally get it done??

    Here are a few festive variations on patchwork squares:

    This wall hanging is made with mini (2 ½" x 2 ½") charm squares. Adorable! This free tutorial is called Baubles by Jen Daly for Moda Bake Shop.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter
    photo from Moda Bake Shop

    I'm so in love with this giant, scrappy, pixelated Christmas tree quilt by Maker Valley. You can buy this pattern here.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Maker Valley has put together a kit for White Tree with Navy Background here.

    Speaking of pixelated designs, I love this mini quilt pattern by Trellis and Thyme. (They have a bunch more adorable felt and cross-stitch patterns in their Etsy shop. SO cute.)

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter
    photo from Trellis and Thyme

    Sugar Pine Stars by Sherri McConnell

    Triangle Christmas Quilts

    I've come across so many great triangle quilts. Here are a few variations:

    This is my Kitschy Christmas Quilt made with fussy-cut vintage reproduction prints and an isosceles triangle die from AccuQuilt.

    Vintage Christmas Isosceles Triangle Quilt by Amy Smart

    Emily Dennis of QuiltyLove has a similar variation here. This scrappy version would be a great way to just play with colors from your stash - not necessarily needing Christmas Fabric.

    A fun, fresh take on pinwheels. Free Pattern by Andy Knowlton of A Bright Corner

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Speaking of Pinwheel quilts, this Peppermint Pinwheels quilt is deceptively simple using a Dresden ruler and fussy cutting fabric.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    Modern Christmas Quilt Ideas

    If you're looking for a fun modern twist on a Christmas quilt, check out Modern Handcraft's Snowflake Quilt.

    Modern

    The Holiday Party pattern from Suzy Quilts has a traditional vibe with a modern twist.

    Holiday star quilt pattern by Suzy Quilts

    This pattern doesn't look like a Christmas design, but look how cute it is when you plug in Christmas fabric! Pattern is Chain Link and it's perfect for 5" precut squares.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: Amy Smart modern quilt pattern Chain Link

    Fabric is Way Up North by Jill Howarth.

    Fun and quirky Santa's Hat pattern by Melissa of the Polkadot Chair is a cute variation on a triangle quilt.

    Santa's Hat quilt pattern by Polkadot Chair

    Lindsey of Pen and Paper Patterns has another fun Santa's hat pattern variation called Kris Kringle.

    Kris Kringle Pattern by Pen and Paper Pattern

    Also from Pen and Paper patterns is this fun modern holly berry quilt called Holly Jolly.

    This creative HO HO HO pattern by Seamed to Be is called Jingle Jangle.

    Finally, if you're in the mood for Christmas sewing but time is limited (seriously, why is Christmas always at the busiest time of the year?) try making a festive pillow! Here are over 15 Christmas pillow tutorials and patterns.

    Favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    If you're looking for other smaller Christmas sewing projects, check out this post.

    Christmas sewing projects featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter
    Collection of favorite Christmas Quilts featured by top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter

    If you're looking for more ideas, follow this Christmas Quilts Pinboard for inspiration all year round.

    And if this year just isn't the year, pin this image so you can find it in the future!

    Whatever you end up sewing, Happy Stitching!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jamie

      November 30, 2017 at 6:16 am

      Great collection of inspiring quilts! I especially like the triangle quilt with some solid fabric in it.

      Reply
    2. Kay

      November 30, 2017 at 6:44 am

      I need to look at the tree patterns, they are adorable. Thank you for putting this post together. x

      Reply
    3. Rebecca shepherd

      November 30, 2017 at 10:04 am

      Beautiful quilts....

      Reply
    4. Sandra B

      November 30, 2017 at 3:42 pm

      Amy, I love Christmas quilts! and you have shown us some great ones for inspiration. I have been working on a red work quilt for several years now....I think I may be able to get the red work stitching done by this Christmas...then I will have a whole year to make the blocks and border, and hand quilt it, hopefully in time to enjoy next Christmas...at least that is the current plan!!
      I have a Christmas sampler quilt top that was finished many years ago which only needs to be quilted....I may break from my normal hand quilting and do this one by machine...Do I dare try for two Christmas quilts all done before Christmas 2018? I am going to try!!

      Reply
      • Amy

        December 02, 2017 at 9:37 pm

        I believe in you! A red work quilt is on my bucket list. I bet it will be wonderful!

        Reply
    5. Karen Seitz

      November 30, 2017 at 9:13 pm

      I love this post! Thanks for sharing all the quilty Christmas goodness.

      Reply
      • Karen Seitz

        November 30, 2017 at 9:19 pm

        I also love this version of your modern tree block: https://www.buttonsandbutterflies.com/2017/03/oh-christmas-tree-quilt.html. And I happen to have a pristine Odds & Ends fat quarter bundle on hand...

        Reply
        • Amy

          December 02, 2017 at 9:36 pm

          That is adorable! Thanks so much for the link!

          Reply
    6. Lizzie

      December 01, 2017 at 12:30 am

      I totally agree with you - - sew it at Christmas while you're in the mood, and finish it the next Christmas. You have a little time capsule the next year too. Thanks for the lovely roundup!

      Reply
    7. Lea

      December 01, 2017 at 2:20 pm

      Thank you for showing off all of these Christmas beauties!!

      I've recently started your Modern Tree Quilt. I knew when I started it that I would finish it next year, not this year. I'm using scraps and also fabrics that I'm getting just for this quilt. I need to get more fabric for it but I have started it anyway. It is such a fun design and an easy tutorial to follow.

      Reply
      • Amy

        December 02, 2017 at 9:36 pm

        I'm so glad!!

        Reply
    8. Debra Lee

      December 03, 2017 at 3:21 am

      Thank you, that was inspirational.

      Reply
    9. Kristi

      December 03, 2017 at 2:24 pm

      Thanks! Now I'm in the mood to start a Christmas quilt (for 2018). Merry Christmas to you and your family!

      Reply
    10. Lisa Hardley

      December 05, 2017 at 12:13 am

      Fabric is the most important part. Choosing the right fabric is very difficult. If you are willing to have Quit fabric then papilio prints provides you customized quilt fabric and many more thing that you would like to have for this Christmas.

      Reply
    11. Ann Conrad

      November 10, 2018 at 5:15 pm

      Thank you so much for your posts! I loved the Rustic Pines quilt and plan to make it soon. I made a darling quilt with your Gingham Girls fabric which I enjoy every day.

      Reply
    12. Pat S

      December 05, 2018 at 4:47 am

      I've been wanting to make your modern improv trees quilt ever since I first saw it. Maybe I will start it now and finish it next year. Meanwhile, I'm itching to make everything I saw in this post. lol

      Reply
    13. Susan Q

      November 21, 2020 at 6:45 am

      Thank you for creating such a beautiful blog Amy! I really enjoy your content, the patterns you share, and the designers you introduce us to. Happy Holidays to you and yours ❤

      Reply
      • Amy

        November 21, 2020 at 2:17 pm

        Thank you, Susan! Happy Holidays to you too! xo

        Reply
    14. Gwyn

      November 21, 2020 at 9:24 am

      Last year I made the Maker Valley Patchwork Plaid Christmas for myself using her kit. Fabulous!! This October, I used Lori Holt scraps and your baby quilt charm tutorial to make a Christmas throw for my brother's family. Now I have some Cotton and Steel Christmas bundles. I love the large triangle and diamond pattern ideas. They would be great for showcasing the fabric. Next year... I also want to make a modern white tree and applique yo-yos on it so it reminds me of the pink metal tree from Charlie Brown Christmas. 🙂 Thank you Amy for sharing your talent and creativity and that of others. Happy Thanksgiving!!

      Reply
      • Amy

        November 21, 2020 at 2:17 pm

        Love it! Why is it that Christmas quilts are just so much fun to make?

        Reply
    15. marykmalon1

      November 22, 2020 at 8:18 am

      I enjoyed your Christmas quilt collection immensely.

      Reply
    16. Maria

      November 22, 2020 at 5:57 pm

      What is the pattern for the red star with green chain quilt? I didn't see it mentioned. Thanks

      Reply
      • Amy

        November 23, 2020 at 12:27 pm

        It's called Sugar Pin Stars by Sherri McConnell

        Reply
    17. Becca

      November 24, 2020 at 7:47 am

      I really enjoyed this post! Such a great reference, especially as I’ve been trying to decide on a pattern to use some of my Christmas fabrics. Your patchwork forest is high on my list—after I get my Christmas gifts sewn up. 😀

      Reply
    18. Jan Weicksel

      November 25, 2020 at 5:21 am

      Thank you so much! I love receiving these emails from you... and all the beautiful Christmas things I’d love to make... just need more time!!
      Enjoy the holidays!

      Reply
    19. JACQUE VOTH

      November 25, 2020 at 10:23 am

      I love all these so much. Now that my last child is off to college i am trying to catch up on my quilt making. I have grandiose ideas, but not all the time. I have several of these patterns, and or watched the tutorial on how to make these.

      Merry Christmas

      Reply
    20. Diane Woodruff

      August 30, 2021 at 7:16 am

      I just hit a goldmine! Thanks for all of the ideas, I have some Christmas stocking blocks, very modern, I will definitely draw some inspiration from your quilts. Thank you!

      Reply
    21. Bear Creek Quilting Company

      November 24, 2021 at 12:18 pm

      Wow, your list had a little bit of everything! Thank you for sharing all those festive quilts!

      Reply
    22. Julie

      November 27, 2021 at 4:57 pm

      So much fun to see in this post! I'm a quick quilt quilter, preferring to make quilts in their season, so the race is on! Everyone loves the tree quilt I made with your pattern. I expect someone will be asking for one this year.

      Reply
      • Amy

        December 01, 2021 at 12:46 pm

        Aww, I love hearing that.

        Reply
    23. Kristi

      November 27, 2022 at 5:10 pm

      Amy, I always enjoy your holiday quilt lists but this one is the best ever! So many wonderful quilts to get the creative juices flowing! I need to start Christmas quilt sewing in January. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

      Reply
    24. Alicia

      November 26, 2023 at 7:34 am

      Thank you! Thank you! Lots of quilts I can make, not this year but next.

      Reply
    25. Gwyn

      November 26, 2023 at 6:56 pm

      I love Christmas fabric and Christmas quilts. I have made the Maker Valley Patchwork Plaid for myself with one of her kits. The fabric makes me so happy. I have plans to make Christmas quilts for the extended family, so this blog post was very helpful.

      Reply
      • Amy

        November 27, 2023 at 3:31 pm

        Oh, I bet it's so cute. Maker Valley picks the best fabric!

        Reply
        • Gwy

          November 19, 2024 at 6:26 pm

          Yes it's cute! I am so looking forward to getting it out after Thanksgiving! It's a mix of Riley Blake, Ruby Star, and Art Gallery fabric. The hardest part was laying out the blocks. So easy to sew together, just squares.

          Reply
    26. Lori

      November 09, 2024 at 5:02 pm

      I, too, am a sucker for tree quilts, and I made your Patchwork Forest Trees quilt a few years ago...haven't seen it since. Coincidentally, the same year I made the quilt, a close friend visited...

      Reply
    27. Donna

      November 10, 2024 at 3:46 am

      WOW! I could sit here all day and read your post with all these wonderful Christmas ideas! DH knows I'm a sucker for Christmas and I've even snuck in a few Christmas movies in the evening - I know - heresy! LOL!
      I'm one that starts homemade Christmas ornaments in January since I make one for each member of my family - usually cross stitch. And almost everyone has a Christmas quilt. But, who doesn't want another one?!

      Reply
      • Amy

        November 11, 2024 at 1:45 pm

        Right?!

        Reply
    28. Choice Furniture Superstore

      November 15, 2024 at 7:15 am

      Christmas quilt patterns are such a heartwarming way to add festive charm to the season! Your updated list is a treasure trove of inspiration for cozy creativity.

      Reply

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