Mortar & Moss | Free Version

Like a little garden growing between old brick walls, Mortar & Moss is a charming panel quilt with an organic, timeworn feel. Designed to let a favorite fabric panel take center stage, this quilt surrounds it with a wonky brick border that adds movement, texture, and just the right amount of imperfection.

To add the optional flower appliqués and border make sure to get the full paid version here! This pattern uses raw-edge appliqué for a relaxed, organic look and introduces you to bias-tape appliqué for beautifully defined, dimensional quilt. Whether you keep it simple or let the flowers bloom, Mortar & Moss is a fun quilt with plenty of room for creativity.

✨ Pattern Highlights:

• Designed around a fabric panel
• Features a wonky brick-style border
• A great way to showcase a favorite panel or large-scale print

✨ What Makes This Pattern Special:

• Clear, fully illustrated instructions
• A relaxed, organic design that doesn’t require perfect points
• Lots of opportunity to play with color, texture, and fabric placement
• A fun way to turn a single panel into a finished quilt with plenty of personality

Mortar & Moss is ideal for adventurous quilters who love a little bit of whimsy and a lot of creative freedom. The wonky brick border gives the quilt a wonderfully relaxed feel, while the optional flowers let you add as much—or as little—appliqué as you’d like.

Whether you’re working with a botanical panel, a favorite piece of artwork, or a large-scale print you’ve been saving for just the right project, Mortar & Moss gives it room to shine. 🌿