What Quilters Are Saying
"I never thought I'd make a Dahlia quilt because the points looked intimidating. Quiltsmart made it surprisingly easy."
"Everything lined up beautifully. The printed interfacing took all the guesswork out of matching points."
"This pattern lets me enjoy choosing fabrics instead of worrying about precision."
"The finished blocks looked much more accurate than when I've used traditional piecing."
What You'll Learn
With this printed interfacing pattern, you'll learn how to:
- Piece a Dahlia quilt with confidence
- Match multiple points accurately
- Build complex-looking blocks with simple sewing
- Create a striking floral quilt with less stress
Quick Start
Getting started is simple.
- Choose your favorite fabrics.
- Cut the pieces using the printed interfacing as your guide.
- Sew directly on the marked sewing lines.
- Turn, press, and assemble your Dahlia blocks.
- Join the blocks to complete your quilt.
You'll be amazed at how quickly the floral design comes together.
Who Is This For
This pattern is perfect if you:
- Love floral quilts
- Have admired Dahlia quilts, but thought they looked difficult
- Want more accurate piecing
- Enjoy precut fabrics or quilting from your stash
- Are ready to try a new quilting technique
Want professional-looking results without paper templates
What's Included
Your pattern includes:
- Quiltsmart printed interfacing to make a 40-inch dahlia
- Complete step-by-step instructions
- Layout guidance
- Fabric requirements
- Assembly directions
The finished Dahlia design creates a stunning focal point for your quilting projects. Use it to make:
- Wall quilts
- Throw quilts
- Bed quilts
- Table toppers
- Seasonal décor
Special gifts for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, or housewarmings
The dramatic flower design also looks beautiful with coordinated prints, batiks, or bold solids, giving every quilt a unique personality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a paper pattern?
No. This is a printed interfacing pattern. The sewing lines are printed directly on the interfacing, making piecing easier and more accurate.
Is the interfacing included?
Yes. The printed interfacing needed for the project is included with your purchase.
Is this pattern beginner-friendly?
Confident beginners can absolutely make this project. The printed sewing lines simplify construction and help keep everything aligned.
Do I need specialty rulers or templates?
No. The printed interfacing replaces much of the measuring and template work required in traditional piecing.
Can I use scraps?
Yes. This is a wonderful project for showcasing favorite fabrics, coordinated collections, batiks, or scraps.
Why use Quiltsmart instead of traditional piecing?
Traditional methods often require careful measuring, marking, and matching many points. Quiltsmart's printed interfacing keeps pieces organized and helps create accurate blocks with less effort.
Can I make more than one quilt?
The included interfacing makes one dahlia about 44" square. Purchase additional interfacing to make more quilts.