Cherry Tree Lane Panel Quilt Sew-Along: Getting Ready

There is something special about beginning a new quilt together, and we are so glad you are here for the Cherry Tree Lane Panel Quilt Sew-Along.

This quilt is filled with charming details, from sweet houses and street lamps to kites and a beautiful central panel that brings the whole story together. Over the next four weeks, we will take this project step by step so you can feel confident from your first cut to your final stitch.

What We Are Making

The Cherry Tree Lane Panel Quilt finishes at approximately 70 1/2 inches by 90 inches and is designed to highlight a beautiful story panel surrounded by pieced blocks that build a full neighborhood scene .

Each section of the quilt adds a new layer to the story, making this a meaningful project to sew and share.

Sew-Along Schedule

Here is how our time together will look:

Week 1
Getting Ready and Preparation

Week 2
House Blocks

Week 3
Street Lamp, Balloon, and Kite Blocks

Week 4
Assemble the Quilt, Borders, and Finishing

Each week, you will have a new blog post, video, and email to guide you through exactly what to focus on.

Supplies You Will Need

To get started, gather your materials so you are ready for Week 1.

You will need:

• Cherry Tree Lane Panel
• Fat Quarter Bundle from the A Spoonful of Sugar collection
• Additional fabric for background, binding, and backing

You may also want:

• Batting and backing fabric
• Basic quilting tools such as a rotary cutter, ruler, and sewing machine

If you are still looking for supplies, check with your favorite local quilt shop, or you can purchase the kit here: SHOP KIT LINK

A Few Helpful Tips Before You Begin

Before we begin sewing, take a little time to prepare your space and materials.

Read through the pattern instructions so you understand how the quilt comes together. This pattern uses standard quilting techniques such as stitch and flip, half square triangles, and careful cutting and labeling .

Organizing your fabric pieces as you cut them will make each step feel much smoother. Labeling sections ahead of time can save you time later and help you stay on track.

Join the Sew A Story Community

We will be sewing together inside the free Sew A Story Open Creative Community.

This is where you can:

• Share your progress
• Ask questions
• See what others are creating
• Stay updated on weekly steps and prizes

If you have not joined yet, be sure to sign up and come introduce yourself. It is always encouraging to see where everyone is sewing from.

Prizes and Participation

We will be sharing more about prizes inside the community as we go. Be sure to post your progress each week so you can take part and stay connected with others sewing along.

Before Week 1

For now, your focus is simple.

Gather your supplies, read through the pattern, and get your fabrics ready. When Week 1 begins, you will feel prepared and ready to start sewing with confidence.

We are so excited to make this quilt with you.