Get Ready for the Seahorse School Quilt-Along!
The Seahorse School Quilt-Along begins soon, and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. This six-week journey is designed to help you slow down, spark creativity, and stitch something joyful, one block at a time. Whether you’re a confident beginner or a seasoned quilter, this quilt-along will guide you through the process with encouragement, weekly steps, and community support.
Let’s get everything in place so you’re ready to begin!
Quilt-Along Starts July 2
Our weekly blog posts, social content, and emails will help you stay organized and inspired as we piece the Seahorse School Quilt together.
Here’s the full schedule:
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Week |
Focus |
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Week 1 (July 2): |
Gather, Sparkle & Begin |
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Week 2 (July 9): |
Piece the Seahorse Block |
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Week 3 (July 16): |
Create the Bubble & Fish Blocks |
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Week 4 (July 23): |
Assemble the Quilt Top |
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Week 5 (July 30): |
Prairie Points & Borders |
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Week 6 (Aug 6): |
Quilting, Binding & Finishing Touches |
Each week, I’ll share blog posts with tips, visuals, and step-by-step guidance to help you succeed.
What You’ll Need
The Seahorse School Quilt uses the Created With Love fabric collection by Jennifer Long for Riley Blake Designs.
Finished Quilt Size: 60½” x 70½”
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Techniques: Piecing, fussy cutting, prairie points, optional embellishments
You’ll need:
- Seahorse School Quilt (available from your favorite quilt shop)
- (1) Fat Quarter Bundle from the Created With Love collection
- Additional yardage for background, borders, binding, and backing
(Refer to your pattern or QAL schedule for the full fabric list.)
Optional supplies:
- HeatnBond Sparkle Paste
- Sequins, buttons, or embroidery floss
- Prairie point tool or templates
How to Join
- Sign up for email updates so you don’t miss a week
- Join the Sew A Story Facebook Group
- Read through your pattern and organize your fabrics
- Get ready to sew and share!
SIGN UP FOR QAL HERE!
Let’s Share & Inspire
Tag your progress on Instagram and Facebook with:
- #seahorseschoolqal
- #seahorseschoolquilt
- #seahorseschool
- #createdwithlovefabric
- #sewastory
And tag me: @sewastory_jenniferlong
I’ll be cheering you on every step of the way.
A Quilt That Tells a Story
This quilt celebrates gentle strength, learning through love, and the beauty of every child’s journey. The Seahorse Block is the heart of the design, and over the next few weeks, we’ll build a story that grows from there.
I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s get ready!
— Jennifer
