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    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version

    Last Modified: March 28, 2022 by Amy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 14 Comments

    I'm so excited to finally share a brand new finished quilt and brand new pattern! You may remember the Christmas quilt I teased a couple weeks ago, well here is the finished quilt. This one is called Pine Hollow - Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern. 

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt propped up outside against a pine tree.

    Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern by Amy Smart

    This is a new variation on the popular Patchwork Forest improve trees pattern.  However, this one has trees in multiple sizes and the addition of optional improve stars and is available now in my shop! 

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt.

    This patchwork forest quilt pattern is Fat Quarter friendly and is available in both Hard Copy and PDF formats. The finished size of this version is 72" x 90". Without the borders the quilt finishes at 59" x 78".

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt draped over a stair banister.

    This quilt uses the same improv technique as the original Patchwork Forest tree quilt, but the variety of sizes and stars give it an even scrappier feel. Due to the improv nature of this quilt, no two quilts will be the same.

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of mountains and pine trees covered in snow.

    This pattern is named after on of my favorite spots for winter hiking in the mountains close to my home. It's so stunning and magical in the fresh snow. I love the quiet solitude in the winter - it's one of my happy places.

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt.

    I'm planning to do a quilt along for this quilt starting in September, which will give you plenty of time to get this one finished before Christmas! So stay-tuned for some more fun samples and kit options, or start gathering your favorite fat quarters now. (I've got a new color scheme planned for my next version and I'm so excited!)   

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt.

    This is such a fun pattern for playing with a variety of shades and patterns to give the quilt lots of visual interest.

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green Christmas fabric blocks.

    For this version I used lots of Riley Blake Designs basics including Kisses, Swiss Dots, and woven ginghams in addition to some of their latest Christmas collections including Merry & Bright and Winterberry.

    You can also find a kit to make this quilt, including many of these fabrics, here.

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt draped over a stair banister.

    Melissa of Sew Shabby Quilting did the quilting on this one. We tried the Sashiko pattern and I love how it turned out. Lots of great texture and complements the fir trees perfectly.

    Here's Another Variation of this Tree Quilt

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a multi-colored patchwork forest tree quilt displayed outside by a large pine tree.

    But this quilt doesn't need to be a Christmas quilt. Here's a version made with my upcoming fabric collection, Sugarhouse Park that will be released this fall! (You can also see what the quilt looks like without borders.)

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a red, white, and green patchwork forest tree quilt displayed outside in front of a covered bridge.

    Don't forget, the pattern is now available in my shop in PDF or Hard Copy formats. And I hope you'll join the quilt along fun in September! Stay tuned for all of the fun details!

    New Patchwork Forest Quilt Pattern: Pine Hollow Version by popular quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter: image of a multi-colored patchwork forest tree quilt by Amy Smart.

    The pattern will also be available through Checker and Christensen Wholesale distributors if you are shop looking to order.

    What's the most recent quilting project you've been working on? Share in a comment below!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Christine Sherman

      August 02, 2019 at 5:16 pm

      Love it!!

      Reply
    2. Janet

      August 02, 2019 at 11:40 pm

      Just amazing!!! Love the scrappiness!!!

      Reply
      • Janet

        August 23, 2019 at 4:43 pm

        And I just dug through my Christmas fabric box and I can’t wait to get going on this!

        Reply
    3. Rosemaryflower

      August 03, 2019 at 6:18 am

      As always, i love the trees and the added stars. I have the pattern and have made various trees. The blocks are in a box!!.... I want to make a quilt for my nephew and I love your idea of this arrangement

      Reply
      • Debbie

        September 06, 2023 at 11:32 am

        Love the small block I have made a few , but mine look off center and a little wonky. Please help

        Reply
        • Amy

          September 07, 2023 at 8:29 pm

          It does take a little practice to get in the flow with these blocks. You could try starting with slightly larger pieces of fabric - that would give you more space to square up with the tree centered. At the same time, these trees are meant to be a little wonky, so that's okay too. 😉

          I do have a video tutorial for this block that might have some insights that could help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCfZkdEkWlw

          Reply
    4. Rosequilts

      August 03, 2019 at 7:24 pm

      Love BOTH versions but it's time for me to finally make (and finish ... 😉 a Christmas quilt! Thank you for your inspiration!

      Reply
    5. Ruth

      August 03, 2019 at 8:41 pm

      Love the new pattern. I just love all the scrappy quilt I enjoy making them. Thanks for always sharing.

      Reply
    6. cindy strickland

      September 11, 2019 at 11:50 am

      Hi I love the quilt and have been watching for the quilt along to start. Have I missed it. I thought I had to sign up on a special email but have no idea any more. Please help. Thanks Cindy S

      Reply
      • Amy

        September 11, 2019 at 2:21 pm

        Perfect timing, Cindy! I just announced the starting date: next Wednesday, September 16! CHeck back then for all the of details and announcements!

        Reply
        • cindy strickland

          September 18, 2019 at 7:10 pm

          Something happened I never got an email or a link to the quilt along. Can I be put on the list again. Thanks Cindy S

          Reply
          • Amy

            September 18, 2019 at 9:01 pm

            Yes! I've added your email to my mailing list. Thanks, Cindy!

            Reply
    7. Eileen

      October 15, 2019 at 7:23 pm

      I saw your 1st quilt along video, but not finding the rest. Can you post a link?

      Reply
      • Amy

        October 15, 2019 at 8:01 pm

        Here is the next week's post: https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/2019/10/pine-hollow-patchwork-forest-quilt-along-week-3.html

        Week 4 will be tomorrow. 🙂

        Reply

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