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25 Free quilt patterns for Fall

Even though some of us might not be ready to say goodbye to summer, September has a way of putting us in the mood for fall quilting. I’ve rounded up 25 of my favorite free quilt patterns for fall—in all shapes and sizes—that celebrate the season. It’s time to embrace the warm colors of autumn, pull out those cozy fabrics, and start stitching!

I’ve divided these autumn quilting patterns into three groups based on size. They are all free patterns or tutorials – many of which have downloadable pdf’s.

Free Patterns for Fall Pillows & Table Runners

  1. This cute Patchwork Pumpkin Pillow designed by Beverly McCullough for Riley Blake Designs has a maple leaf inside the pillow for a perfect combination. The piecing is easy so you could make this one in no time!
Patchwork Pumpkin Pillow by Beverly McCullough
  1. This Patchwork Leaves Pillow would make the perfect companion to the pumpkin pillow above! This also comes from the Riley Blake Designs team.
Patchwork Leaves Pillow by Beverly McCullough
  1. The colors and design of this Scrappy Fall Pillow keeps the vibe modern and scrappy. This free pattern is designed by Fran Gulick of Cotton + Joy for Janome.
Scrappy Fall Pillow by Fran Gulick for Janome
  1. Create a beautiful fall pillow with this Mighty Oaks Fall Pillow pattern from American Patchwork & Quilting. The rich colors of autumn definitely shine here.
Mighty Oaks Fall Pillow made by Julie Doy
  1. If you like applique, you will love this Scrap Buster Fall Pillow by Allison at Cluck Cluck Sew. The simple leaf shape is easy to stitch around and you can have so much fun picking out the fabric for all those leaves!
Scrap Buster Fall Pillow at Cluck Cluck Sew
  1. My Scrappy Leaves Table Runner is another great project for using small scraps. There’s also a Scrappy Leaf Block pattern for making the quilt block in three different sizes. They’re all a little addictive!
Scrappy Leaves Table Runner by Julie Cefalu
  1. I love this Harvest Runner from Robert Kaufman that showcases their Autumn Trails batik collection. It measures 58 1/2″ x 18 1/2″ and could be made smaller if you left off the outside border – but those leaves in the border are too cute!
Harvest Runner by Ariga Wilson for RK
  1. Set your table with this adorable Fall Patchwork Placemat from All People Quilt. That little acorn is just too cute!
Fall Patchwork Placemat at APQ
  1. For your feline-loving friends, this Onyx in Autumn Table Runner from We All Sew is the perfect pattern. You had me at black cat and pumpkins!
Onyx in Autumn Table Runner at We All Sew
  1. This Patchwork Plaid Table Runner from Orange Bettie is all about color! Simple piecing and tips for color placement make this a quick and easy project.
Patchwork Plaid Table Runner at Orange Bettie

Fall Wall Hanging Patterns

  1. This Pumpkin Patch Trio from Shabby Fabrics makes a perfect wall hanging or table topper. The combination of those three pumpkins is so charming!
  1. Try out foundation paper piecing with this Scrappy Maple Leaf tutorial from Leila Gardunia for Diary Of A Quilter. These four leaves make the cutest mini quilt or a wall hanging!
Scrappy Maple Leaf Tutorial By Leila Gardunia at Diary Of A Quilter
  1. A little patchwork and little applique make up this Patchy Pumpkin Quilt by Amanda at Jedi Craft Girl. This quilt measures 38″ x 38″ so it’s just right for a wall hanging.
Patchy Pumpkin Quilt at Jedi Craft Girl
  1. I love the variety in this Fall Ya All mini quilt by Sandy Gervais. Traditional piecing make up this fun quilt and that little black bird is the best!
Fall Ya All by Sandy Gervais
  1. This Autumn Nights Wall Hanging is a free pattern available from Fat Quarter Shop. It measures 31.5″ x 32.5″ so you can stitch it up in a few days.
Autumn Nights Wall Hanging at Fat Quarter Shop

Larger Fall Quilt Patterns

  1. Log cabin blocks take a turn with this Maple Leaf Log Cabins quilt from All People Quilt. This quilt can change from modern to vintage depending on your fabric choices.
Maple Leaf Log Cabins from American Patchwork & Quilting
  1. I love the ombre effect of this Celebrate Fall quilt from Robert Kaufman. It’s a nice lap size quilt at 46″ x 58″ and batik fabric can really shine here.
Celebrate Fall from RK
  1. Pumpkins and plaid are here in this Cozy Up Autumnal Quilt by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics. I love the pumpkins surrounded by a chain of stars.
Cozy Up Autumnal Quilt by Corey Yoder
  1. A Dash Of Autumn is a beautiful bed-size quilt designed by Doug Leko for American Patchwork & Quilting. This quilt can really warm up a bed with the right fabric!
A Dash Of Autumn by Doug Leko for APQ
  1. The Treeline Drive Quilt designed by Wendy Sheppard for Hoffman Fabrics is a fun and unique design that features traditional piecing. I can imagine a table runner using just the center section.
Treeline Drive Quilt at Hoffman Fabrics
  1. Easy patchwork will make this Leaves Are Falling Quilt by Riley Blake Designs come together quickly. It could easily be made into a rectangle by adding another row of blocks.
  1. This cheerful Harvest Time Quilt from APQS has a whimsical touch with the addition of all those hearts. What’s not to love?
Harvest Time Quilt at APQS
  1. This Fall Leaves Quilt by Allison at Cluck Cluck Sew would be perfect for scraps or a fat quarter bundle. I love the design of the leaves – they look similar to a maple leaf.
Fall Leaves Quilt at Cluck Cluck Sew
  1. What could be cuter than this Squirrel Quilt from Tilda? It’s made with their Country Memories fabric collection and I can just picture it on a child’s bed.
  1. From Benartex is this free Square Dance quilt pattern that is modern and full of fall color. It is perfectly named with those squares dancing across the quilt top.
Square Dance Quilt at Benartex

More Fall Quilting Ideas

This is my favorite season, and I love decorating my house for fall. Here are some more sources of inspiration for fall quilting ideas and decorating.

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One Comment

  1. Thanks Julie! Those are some great ideas! It’s still summer here on the north shore of Long Island, NY and I’m trying to enjoy as much outdoor time as I can. The kitty table runner will definitely be on my fall to-do list.

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