 
Today I'm sharing a really fun and simple free tutorial for a baby quilt using Jolly Bars - a bundle of 5" x 10" Moda pre-cuts that are exclusive to the Fat Quarter Shop. I'm using The Boat House collection, coming soon from Sweetwater for Moda.
 This project makes a 40" x 42" quilt - perfect for a fun baby or crib quilt. I'm calling this design, "Stick-Shift."
 Fabric requirements:
- 30 Jolly Bars (5" x 10" rectangles)
- 30 white charm squares (5" x 5")
- 1 ¼ yard backing. (If you're careful, the width of the fabric -selvage to selvage - should be wide enough for this quilt. If you'd like more wiggle room, get 2 yards and piece a back.)
- ⅜ yard fabric for binding
I chose the darkest prints from the Jolly Bar bundle because I wanted to use the fabrics that would have the most contrast with the white squares. You could also cut some of the light prints into 5" x 5" squares and use them in place of some of the white squares.
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Sew a white square to the end of the 30 5" x 10" rectangles. Just chain them through and it will go really quickly! Press seams toward the print fabric. Cut each new unit into two 2 ½" x 14 ½" strips. (See above)
Alternating directions, layout three rows of 20 of these units. (Here is what one row would look like. I suggest laying out all three rows so that you can play with fabric placement.)
Sew strip units together. When adding a new unit, use the previous units as a guide to match up the seams on the new addition. This will help keep your row straight.
Press the seams to the right on the first and third rows and to the left on the second row. This will help you match up seams by nesting the seam allowances when you sew the rows together.
Mine is only a quilt-top at the moment. I'll add pictures as soon as it's quilted and bound. I'm thinking some simple straight lines to accentuate the long, skinny strips.
Jolly Bars would also be perfect with this easy bricks quilt  tutorial I made for the Moda Bake Shop a few years ago:
Lorna McMahon says
Stick Shift is a really sweet quilt. The name sounds as fun as it looks! Thanks so much for sharing the fabulous tutorial!
sew.darn.quilt says
Wonderful quilt! Clean lines and beautifully simplistic 🙂
Kate says
Stick Shift - love that name - and unique for a baby quilt. Thanks for sharing your how-to. ^^
Gill says
Great pattern - I look forward to seeing the finished quilt!
Mary on Lake Pulaski says
This and your tree design are both great Amy! Thank you!
Lauren says
This looks awesome!!! I have to try it! Thanks for the great tutorial!!
Tracine Charest says
What a neat pattern. I think it would look great with the Bandana Jolly Bar. So bright and pretty. Will definitely need to give it try.
Happy Cottage Quilter says
Very cool! I am a flower lover, so I would pick Atelier or Somerset.
Susan L. says
It's hard to pick just 1, but I would go with the Best Day Ever Jolly Bar first.
kristin hartwig says
I can't decide between Persimmon and Somerset!<br />Such a cute quilt you made.
Linda Stutzman says
I am drawn to Atelier Jolly Bar by 3 Sisters for Moda Fabrics.
Jo says
A lovely quilt, thanks for sharing! I think I'd have to pick Persimmon.
Cherise Towrr says
I love your quilt design! Very cute! If I could pick a Jolly Bar I think I would like Best.Day.Ever- I love all those colors! Thanks for the giveaway! [email protected]<br />
Julie in WA says
Red, White, and Free by one of my favorite fabric designers, Sandy Gervais!
Hildy says
Your quilt looks like a lot of fun! I love Daysail by Bonnie & Camille it's such a gorgous collection!
KMSC says
I love the colors of Somerset. Thanks for the great pattern.
Andrea York says
Great pattern! I think I'd choose The Boathouse but they are all nice!
Kathy H says
I would choose the best day ever, looks wonderful for a really cheerful quilt.
Sandra says
Thank you for sharing the darling Jolly Bars Baby Quilt Tutorial with us today. Can't wait to make my own quilt. I really like the 5th avenue because the name of the street where I grew up in Jamestown, CA was called Fifth Avenue. Thank you for the chance to win a Jolly Bars. This would look so cute using your tutorial.<br /><br />Sandi Timmons<br />[email protected]
Linda B says
I live on close to the ocean in Nova Scotia.....so I would choose Lakeside Gathering, love the nautical fabric
friedturtle says
I would choose Somerset.
Vicki H says
I like Union Blues.
craftygramma says
I have been eagerly awaiting Best Day Ever Jolly Bars to make one of their patterns. It is actually similar to your very cute one here! Thanks
Apple Avenue Quilts says
I love the Best Day Ever! Thanks for the chance.
Denise Russell says
I love your quilt! And thanks for a great tutorial...
Carri Smith says
I would love Best Day Ever and Persimmon!
Sorcha girl says
Thanks for the quilt pattern and the referral to the Bricks quilt. I'm always looking for quick projects. I'd love to win a Jolly Bar and Best. Day. Ever has caught my attention. Such bright, cheery colors. Thank you for participating in the blog hop!!
Lisa Marie says
I would choose Best.Day.Ever.
Janet says
What a versatile precut! I'd just love to win a Jolly bar of Atelier :0) thanks for the chance!
Jessica says
I love the way the blues and reds go together in that line. Very cute quilt. Your blog gives such inspiration. Thank you for sharing.
BizyStitches says
Love all the quilt ideas. Thanks. The first one I picked would be Petite Prints, French General. Thanks for the fun.
Hilary says
What a cute quilt! I would choose Best Day Ever 🙂
StarSpry says
What a great quilt! Thanks for sharing the tutorial 🙂 I would choose The Boat House Jolly Bar. Thanks for the chance to win!
delaineelliott says
I like Persimmon best. Thanks!<br /><br />Please click on the delaineelliott above for my email link.
Cindy says
Love, love, love your pattern! Boathouse is beautiful!
Cindy Swoveland says
Great quilt! I would choose Atelier.
Cheryl says
I would pick Boat House if I won, thanks for the chance.
A Nudge says
Hi, Amy. I would pick Best Day Ever. Thanks for the chance. Your baby quilt is so cute!
Havplenty says
Clean lines, easy quilt with impact. I would chose Boathouse or Persimmon since I am in need of male neutral fabrics. But I also like Best Day Ever, such happy prints.<br /><br />tushay3(at)yahoo(dot)com
Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek] says
Daysail looks like fun 🙂
Kris says
I think Daysail would make a great quilt for a baby boy!
Student Crafter says
I really love Bandana Jolly Barâ„¢ Reservation<br />Me and My Sister Designs for Moda Fabrics
Lorraine says
I'd choose Daysail or Best Day Ever. And thanks for the quilt pattern/tutorial!
Quilting Tangent says
Bandana Jolly Bar is my choice, nice happy colors. [email protected]
Carol C Thomas says
I really like these new (to me) Jolly Bars. Hard choice but I think Atelier.
Nancy says
I like the Boathouse collection, as it is perfect for a little boy quilt.
jen says
That looks like a really fun pattern to make! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Karen says
Beautiful project. I would choose somerset. Thanks for hosting the giveaway.
Marisa Adams says
Great pattern for a quick gift! I love the Daysail collection!
Carol says
My favourite is Persimmon, but they're all great.
Peaches1003 says
I quite like the boathouse and would definitely like to get my hands on some daysail when it's released. Your quilt is lovely. Simple but effective
EmileeHope says
Such a fun, cute quilt! I love the daysail fabric jolly bar!
Karen Lamport says
in love w/ Persimmon Jolly Barâ„¢ <br />BasicGrey for Moda Fabrics
Louise says
I love the Red, White and Free fabric line. I'm already thinking about summer sewing and I still have tons of Christmas stuff to get done! Oh well, sometimes the planning is the most fun...
Debbie says
I would pick Best Day Ever. I love your Stick Shift! What a great name!
T says
I would choose Best Day Ever - so fun! Love the Stick Shift design!
lindawwww says
The colours in Somerset really appeal to me so that's the Jolly Bar I'd choose.<br /><br />lin dot web dot 28 at gmail.com
CJ says
Cute quilt! Always looking for ideas for baby quilts. I would definitely choose the Persimmon Jolly Bar. 🙂
Lee says
I love Red White and Free! I love your stick shift quilt! Thank you!
Cassandra says
This quilt is so cute! I love the jolly bars in Best Day Ever.
Cheryl says
I think Bandana by Me and My Sister would make an adorable baby quilt using this pattern! Thanks!
JANET says
I would like the Atelier package please. I like your quilt.
apple blossom says
Red, White and Free Jolly Barâ„¢<br />Sandy Gervais for Moda Fabrics
✾Jamie Lee Cooley✾ says
I totally love your pattern! I'd choose best day ever and I'm just going to preorder it anyway!
MC says
Best Day Ever looks so bright and cheerful!
Jodie says
Love your pattern! I'd like to use Persimmon.
Rachel says
I would use Persimmon!
carolann says
I would use Somerset! [email protected]
mlisshouston says
Great pattern! Thank you!!
Emily says
I love the Fresh Air Jolly Barâ„¢ Reservation American Jane! Great pattern! Thanks!
Emily C says
I love Atelier.
Judy in OKC says
Maybe I could make this baby quilt. Gotta say, I love the Boathouse collection. Colors really pop!
Diane Beavers says
Bandana! <br />I love your Stick Shift quilt and tutorial. Super easy and Fast...
scottylover says
Your quilt is so fun! I would choose the Red White and Free jolly bar. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing!<br />Sandy A
Audrey says
A super quick quilt design. Thanks for sharing. Should I be so fortunate I would choose the Somerset Jolly Bar. Thanks for offering a giveaway.
Dawn says
I would choose "Fresh Air". I love your quilt, have a great day!<br />dawnm1993 at gmail dot com.
Mary says
I love your quilt! Such a fun design! I would love to make your pattern using a Bandana Jolly Bar. <br />Happy Thanksgiving!
Kathy E. says
Best Day Ever! would be my pick...I love bright colors and happy designs!
Christine Puniello says
I would chose Bandana-I love the bright colors!!
Karen says
Can I have a 3-way tie? I am really looking forward to Ambleside, Daysail, and Fresh Air to be released!
Jocelyn says
I would probably choose best day ever. Such fun, happy prints and colors. Thanks for the tutorial. And thanks to the fat quarter shop for a wonderful giveaway.
OhioLori says
I would choose the "Union Blues" Jolly Bar! My son's 2 fave colors...and would love to make the Quilt shown made with it, for him. Thanks for the chance! :)<br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving Bessings!
Jennifer says
You're going to choose the winner on my birthday, how fun would it be if I'm picked?! I would choose "Best. Day. Ever"; it's such a fun collection!!
Margaret says
I would love to have Fig Trees Somerset
Deb says
i like the Red, White and Free by Sandy Gervais.
Sandy W says
Fantastic!! Will be making this one!!
Allison C says
Best day ever please
Becky S. says
Your Stick-Shift quilt is adorable!!! I would pick a Daysail or Ambleside Jolly Bar.
MoeWest says
I like Atelier.
GranChris says
I'd pick Persimmon but really any of them would be wonderful.
Jude says
i would choose daysail or miss kate....thank you for the giveaway!
Ann Dunn says
I'm liking the Day Sail fabric. I already purchased the Persimmon line and plan to use a dark blue charm pack to go with it. Thanks for hosting this giveaway.
Barbara McD says
I would pick Bandana by My Sister and Me - I always love their prints!!<br /><br />Thanks for the giveaway!!
Jen Barnard says
Your quilt looks great. I'd pick an Atelier jolly bar.<br />jen dot barnard at btinternet dot com
KathleenD says
I would pick Persimmon if I were the lucky winner. Nice job on your quilt!
Di says
Very cute, I'd pick atelier by 3 sisters for a lovely snugly soft quilt. Looking forward to seeing your quilted and bound quilt. Thanks for sharing.<br /><br />
colleen says
Best day ever or anything fig tree <br />colleen1990atyahoodotcom<br />Your stick shift is lovely and such a play on words
nicolesender says
I would love to sew with the Best.Day.Ever Jolly Bar! Really like your Stick Shift quilt.
Rosemary says
I love that pattern ... Perfect for babies using some nice bright colors. As for favorite jelly bars? Tricky. Love them all. Would have to choose between Somerset one of my favorites and The Boathouse. Somerset, I guess ... Great quilt .. great giveaway. Thanks for sharing.
Nancy Hilderbrand says
great quilt little people love color
Andrea says
Gorgeous quilt :-)<br />A great giveaway and so hard to choose just one but I would have to say Ambleside.
Penny says
I would pick red white and free or. The boat house. It would be a hard decision as I like both of them.
Ellee says
Bandana is the clear choice for me! It's so my style! -- soparkaveataoldotcom
Ginny says
Very cute! I would choose Somerset, since I just bought Boathouse!
Digiscrapations says
I have never bought or used jolly bars. I like Country Orchard.
JoAnn Szark says
I am trying to use more vibrate colors in my quilts, so I would choose Best.Day.Ever.
Jean says
Hooray for the Fat Quarter Shop and thank you, Amy for the tutorial and giveaway! I think I'd choose either Somerset, Persimmon or Red, White and Free.
Janet Schultz says
Persimmon has been on my radar for a while now! Thanks for the Stick Shift tutorial. I'd like to give it a try with Persimmon. Sorry if this is a double post. It didn't look like it came through the first time ;c) shopgirl7232(at)yahoo.com
Barb says
I think I'd pick bandanna. Lots of nice options, thanks for the chance to win.
Martha Cook says
Persimmon,basic grey appealed to me:)
Susan Smith says
Great pattern! I would choose Boat House. It would be great for my 5 boys!
Leslie at the Sugarhouse says
A new pre-cut, YEAH! My choice would be Daysail by Bonnie & Camille.<br />I like the simplicity & modern look of your quilt pattern! Thanks for sharing!
Diane (djuseless) says
I love these new Jolly Bars! They are another great option available for people (like me) who love pre-cuts. My favorite one is Somerset!
I am Just One Mom says
Of the Jolly Bars on FQS I would pick Miss Kate by Bonnie & Camille; of the 4 in the pic on your blog post I would pick Somerset. (Was not sure which was the "pick from"... maybe it is too early for my brain to be working correctly...:)<br />BTW, your patterns are always wonderful. Thank you for sharing!
Christine S says
Daysail!
Janie says
So cool! I love the bright colors of Best.Day.Ever the best.
Nancy says
I like the Petite Prints collection
Carrie P. says
i would choose Country Orchard Jolly Bar.
Rhonda Phillips says
Love the colors of the Bandana collection! Would be great with your pattern!
Tara Cherry says
Daysail would be my choice. These are such a fun precut!
Jennifer says
Lakeside Gatherings!
Sylvia Anderson says
Bandana Bars would be my collection of choice, since it contains all my favorite colors. Thanks for this giveaway opportunity. [email protected]
DebbieS says
Love this pattern! I would choose Day Sail.
Erica Cooper says
I would choose The Boat House like you used since I love the colors, and it is new!
Patricia says
Love you quilt and the pattern. I like their persimmon.
Chris Matsche says
I can't wait to try your pattern. I think thank boat house would make a fun quilt for a little boy. [email protected]
Tanya Simmons Weiss says
It's hard to choose just one Jolly Bar but I would have to say Ambleside is my favorite!
Judi R says
Very clever use
Colette W says
I would pick a Best.Day.Ever!
Marsha L says
Daysail or Boat House -- how to choose?! So much potential with this fun new precut. Guess I'd pick Boat House.
Unknown says
That is always so hard because so many of them are great, but I think I would choose Sticks and Stones. Nancy: [email protected]
Holly Honeycutt says
Can't wait to see this quilt completed! I love the pattern that comes with the BEST DAY EVER Jolly Bar and the colors as so fun.
Nena says
Oh Boy! So Easy! So Cute! I'd love Union Blues! Great array of colours! Thanks Amy.
roberta mill says
I would choose Best Day Ever. Thanks for the tutorial!
Aubrey says
I love the Bandana Jolly Bar!
Jennifer says
Daysail! I love your pattern :)<br />
Karen Jones says
Boat House. Now have an idea for an easy quilt!
Lori says
Your quilt is so pretty. Oh my so many to choose from. If I could I would buy one of each. I will pick Persimmon Basic Grey. this would go real good with the PP birds I am making for placemats.
Karen says
I'd be glad to try out the Persimmon Jolly Bar. Thanks!
Michele T says
If I won one of these Jolly Bars (love that name!!) I'd choose Sommerset!! Soooo pretty!!
Dee says
I LOVE THE PERSIMMON LINE. BUT ANY BAR ARE BEAUTIFUL.
Brittany says
I really cannot decide. So, I will say Red, White and Free.
Rina says
I'd choose Boat House - your quilt is adorable! Thanks for the chance!
Jack_B says
Oooooh. I went to their website. Ambleside would be my first choice of jolly bars. It is so fresh looking. Thanks to you, Amy, and The Fat Quarter Shop.
Kathryn says
I think Daysail would be great.
Susan Paxton says
Love, love, love the Persimmon Jolly Bar. Would love to may a Jolly Bar Quilt!!
Jeanne says
I'd love to own Petite Prints or Best Day Every Jolly Bars!
Patti says
Adorable! I think I really like the one you used, The Boat House. My favorite colors!
Betty says
I think I would choose the Bandana Jolly Bar. I love the bright colors!
Paula Collins says
Red, White and Free is the one for me! [email protected]
SCStephquilts says
I love the bright colors in Bandana and that is what I would pick.
Barbara says
I would choose Bonnie and Camille's Daysail. Thanks for the chance to win! Barbara -- northshorequilter at gmail dot com
Sarah says
I think I would choose Atilier, but it's a tough decision! [email protected]
Debby says
Really like the look of Stick Shift. I am torn between Somerset and Best Day Ever.
Sandy says
I would choose Daysail! Thanks for the tutorial and the chance to win!
crazy quilter says
I would chose Best Day Ever since I love the colors. Thanks for the chance to win.
Anita Gambrell says
I would choose the Petite Prints Jolly Barâ„¢ Reservation<br />French General for Moda Fabrics
juliehallfeldhaus says
Best day ever!!!!
Quilting Momma says
Best Day Every is soooooooo cute! Thanks for the great tutorial! Perfect for baby! Thanks for the motivation!
amiWRONG? says
I never knew I could make my own quilts and I love the idea. These fabrics are all amazing. I specifically love the Somerset Fig tree jollybar.. Thanks a lot for the tutorial!
Renee G says
I would pick the Red, White and Free Jolly Barâ„¢ <br />Sandy Gervais for Moda Fabrics
Veronika says
Lakeside or boathouse! I'm loving these precuts!!
LethargicLass says
That is a fun quilt thanks 🙂 I would choose Best Day Ever 🙂
Sue says
Awesome baby quilt! I think I like the Persimmon. Thank you for the great chance to win this!
PK Sews says
I love Somerset. Thanks for the chance to win, and thanks for your inspiring blog!
magistra says
I would enjoy the Persimman collection. I think the jolly bars look great! Magistra13 at yahoo dot com<br />Beth
Swedish Scrapper says
I just adore both Lakeside Gatherings and Persimmon! Thank you so much for sharing your pattern for these 🙂
manicmumdays.com says
Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing :)<br />I would choose the Fresh Air from American Jane Jolly Bar ... so pretty!
Christi says
Best.Day.Ever for sure...I love the bright colors!<br /><br />cjpike (at) indiana (dot) edu
Amy says
Red, White and Free would be great for this quilt. It would be a fun Quilt of Valor.
Amy says
Union Blues would be a perfect fit at my house. What a great quilt pattern--can easily go from traditional to modern!
Donna Herrmann says
The Bandana or the the best day ever! Love the pattern, thanks so much.
lilyrose says
What a cute quilt! I would choose the Persimmon jolt bars!
wendy says
Would love to try out a Jolly Bar! Ambleside would be my choice. Thanks!
Melissa Miller says
Probably daysail.
Tamie says
I'd choose Daysail.
Rosa says
I'd choose Peach Tree Terrace!
Karen Caves says
I would pick Daysail.
darlene macdonald says
I love Persimmon and the little birds 🙂 Reminds me of spring... Is it spring yet? haha
Jodi - usairdoll says
What a great looking quilt! Thanks for the tutorial, looks like it would go together pretty fast. I'd love to work and play with some Jolly Bars. I might pick either Red, White and Free...or Daysail, the pressure to pick just one, hehe.<br /><br />Thank you for the super giveaway and a chance to win.<br /><br />usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
Cathy says
I'd love either Best Day Ever or Bandana.
Junia says
I'd choose Sommerset - so pretty! Plus, your quilt gave me a lot of ideas... thanks!
Mokki says
I like ambleside. I like the idea of these jolly bars!
Sandra Walker says
Living on Lake Erie, I like Lakeside. But the hearts quilt is so cute, I also like Petite Prints!
quiltedbrain says
I like the colors in Persimmon! Thanks for the giveaway. 🙂
Nan says
Great quilt design! I'd pick the Best Day Ever Jolly Bar...such happy colors! Thanks for the chance to win one!
Erin McSweeney says
i would choose best day ever.... i love it.<br /><br />[email protected]
celticwoman55 says
So hard to chose. Either Atelier or Persimmon. I just hate making decisions!! [email protected]
Carolyn A says
Very difficult to choose - but I do love Atlelier - reminds me of the trip to France my hubby and I took just over a year ago where I found a cute quilt store in a countryside town called Sarlat. They had some fabric similar to this Jolly Bar Atelier - will make some great throw pillows and a lap quilt. carolynarmstrong208(at)gmail(dot)com
Erin Marie says
I'd pick Best Day Ever. Such fun fabric.
Kelly Wilson says
Persimmon or Boathouse (your quilt convinced me of the second). Thanks for the chance! notwendy gmail
Anita says
I will say Persimmon. My Mom would love those birds in a quilt so I would make one for her. Your Stick Shift quilt is a great way to use these!
Michele says
I'd choose Lakeside for my first Jolly Bar. Such a versatile cut and Lakeside is so beautiful.
LKimmell says
I'd also choose Lakeside.....these Jolly Bars are going to be so useful for those QUICK and simple quilts we all need for gift giving !
MaterialGirlQuilts says
This is so cute Amy!! Thanks for the great tutorial.
GwenDee says
Your baby quilt turned out so nice.