The Gooseberry Lemonade Quilt is a refreshing and vibrant design that combines bright citrus tones with rich berry-inspired hues. Designed by Riley Blake Designs, this quilt is a delightful project for quilters who enjoy playful color palettes and classic piecing techniques. With a finished size of 60 ½” x 72 ½”, it’s perfect as a throw quilt, picnic blanket, or a cheerful addition to your home décor.
The beauty of the Gooseberry Lemonade Quilt lies in its versatility. While the pattern is presented with the Berry Lemonade fabric collection, you can easily adapt it to your own fabric stash. Whether you prefer bold jewel tones, soft pastels, or a scrappy look, this design allows you to play with color placement and create a quilt that feels truly personal. Its combination of flying geese blocks and simple repetition makes it a timeless project that you’ll enjoy piecing together from start to finish.
This quilt highlights the Berry Lemonade fabric collection, a mix of light and dark prints that create contrast and movement throughout the design. The layout is built from flying geese blocks, making it both striking and traditional. The repeating pattern of color gives the quilt a balanced yet lively look, much like a refreshing glass of berry lemonade on a warm day.
Materials Needed
To make the Gooseberry Lemonade Quilt, you will need the following:
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Fat Quarter Bundle – Berry Lemonade collection (light and dark prints)
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¼ yard cuts of selected prints (Peach Blossom, Apricot Nectar, Tangelo, Pineapple Smoothie, Orange Julius, Apple Cider, Mango Fandango)
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5/8 yard Choke Cherry fabric for binding
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2 yards Wide Back backing fabric (suggested: Dijon)
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Batting of your choice
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Basic sewing supplies: rotary cutter, quilting ruler, sewing machine, thread, and pins.
Finished Size: 60 ½” x 72 ½”
Cutting Instructions
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From each light fat quarter, cut strips into 3 ⅞” squares (labeled A).
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From each dark fat quarter, cut 7 ¼” squares (labeled B).
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From ¼ yard cuts, continue cutting additional A-squares until you have 240 total A-squares.
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From dark prints, cut a total of 60 B-squares.
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From Choke Cherry, cut binding strips at 2 ½” width.
Sewing Techniques – Flying Geese Method
The quilt is built with flying geese blocks using the 4-at-a-time method:
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Gather (1) B-square and (4) A-squares.
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Draw a diagonal line on each A-square.
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Place two A-squares on top of the B-square, right sides together, so lines align diagonally.
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Sew ¼” on both sides of the line, cut apart, and press.
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Add another A-square to each unit, sew again ¼” on both sides of the drawn line, cut, press, and trim.
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Each set makes four flying geese blocks, measuring 3 ½” x 6 ½” unfinished.
Repeat until you have 240 flying geese units.
Block Assembly
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Pair flying geese units of different prints together to create 120 FG blocks (6 ½” x 6 ½”).
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Arrange blocks into 12 rows of 10 blocks each. You may follow the suggested layout or create your own design variation.
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Sew blocks into rows, then sew rows together to complete the quilt top.
Finishing the Quilt
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Layer quilt top, batting, and backing.
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Baste and quilt as desired (straight-line, free-motion, or custom quilting).
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Join binding strips end-to-end, press, and attach to the quilt.
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Finish binding using your preferred method.
Your Gooseberry Lemonade Quilt is now ready to enjoy!
Final Thoughts
At the end of this article, you can download the free PDF pattern with step-by-step diagrams to guide you through the process.
The Gooseberry Lemonade Quilt is a joyful project that combines timeless flying geese with a fresh, fruity palette. It’s approachable for confident beginners and engaging enough for experienced quilters. With clear instructions and a playful color story, this quilt will brighten any space.
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