Summer Sewing with the Seahorse School Quilt
A Whimsical Pattern for Story-Filled Quilting
Looking for a fresh, joyful project this summer? The Seahorse School Quilt is a playful introduction to creative piecing and storytelling through fabric. Designed to highlight your favorite prints and encourage relaxed summer sewing, this pattern is equal parts fun and functional.
Inside the Sew A Story Pattern Club, members are stitching along with this quilt all month long. Today, we’re giving you a peek into the techniques, story inspiration, and special bonuses that make this month’s project so meaningful.
Why We Love the Seahorse School Quilt
This quilt was designed with movement and imagination in mind. The block layout invites you to fussy cut special motifs, play with tonal gradations, or use leftover scraps from past projects.
What makes this pattern stand out?
- Fussy Cut-Friendly Layout – Each block has room to frame your favorite prints
- Easy Chain Piecing – Get into a rhythm and watch your quilt grow quickly
- Storybook Inspiration – Created to coordinate with the Created With Love fabric collection, this quilt celebrates the joy of summer and the wonder of creation
Whether you’re quilting for a child, gifting something handmade, or creating your own keepsake, the Seahorse School Quilt is a wonderful pattern to sew with purpose.
Learn the Basics: Chain Piecing Tips for Beginners
Chain piecing is a helpful technique that saves time and helps your seams stay consistent. Here’s a quick breakdown of how it works:
- Stack your fabric pieces in order
- Sew through the first pair, but don’t snip your thread
- Continue sewing the next pair without cutting
- Keep going until all pieces are stitched into a long chain
- Clip the threads between pieces, press, and assemble into blocks
Inside the Pattern Club, members get step-by-step guidance and tips for using chain piecing to simplify the process.
Printable Bonus: Summer Treasure Hunt
Each month, Pattern Club members receive a bonus that adds connection and play to the project. This month’s extra is a no-sew Summer Treasure Hunt printable designed to pair with the Seahorse Quilt.
Use it to:
- Create a backyard or indoor scavenger hunt
- Build storytelling around the quilt
- Encourage creativity and conversation with a child
It’s a simple, screen-free way to bring your handmade project into everyday play.
Recommended Supplies
To get started on the Seahorse School Quilt, we recommend:
- Fabric Collection: Created With Love by Jennifer Long for Riley Blake Designs
- Stabilizer: Optional ThermoWeb interfacing for added structure
- Tools: Quilty Hemostat, rotary cutter, acrylic ruler
- Add-Ons: Sparkle Paste or printed labels for a personalized finish
All tools are optional, but having quality materials makes the experience smoother and more enjoyable.
Join the Pattern Club
The Seahorse School Quilt is available only to Pattern Club members during the month of July. When you join, you’ll get:
β The full Seahorse Quilt Pattern
β The Summer Treasure Hunt printable bonus
β Step-by-step sew-along posts and video guidance
β Access to a private, encouraging Facebook community
β A new quilt and craft pattern every month
We’d love to have you sew along with us.
π Join the Pattern Club Here
Have questions about the club or the pattern? Comment below and we’re happy to help.
