The Dream Big – Simple Path Quilt is a breathtaking beginner-friendly project designed by Lyn Brown for Hoffman Fabrics. With its stunning oversized floral digital prints combined with Bali Watercolors, this quilt allows you to showcase fabric in a bold, modern, and artistic way. The design creates the look of a giant quilted bouquet, making it perfect for those who love statement quilts.
What makes the Dream Big – Simple Path Quilt so unique is its ability to transform a single panel into a show-stopping centerpiece. Instead of relying on complicated piecing, this pattern highlights the beauty of the digital floral prints with simple borders and clever snowball techniques. The result is a quilt that feels artistic and modern, yet remains approachable for quilters of all skill levels. It’s a wonderful project for beginners who want to build confidence, as well as experienced makers looking for a quick but visually impressive finish.
This project is especially appealing because it is beginner-friendly and can be completed in just a one-day class. Despite its simplicity, the finished quilt looks sophisticated and elegant, measuring 64” x 64” – ideal as a wall hanging, sofa throw, or even a bed topper.
Materials Needed
The Dream Big – Simple Path quilt can be made in several colorways, including Teal with Opal, Fire with Orchid, and Ivory with Wild Rose. Each kit includes digital floral panels and coordinating fabrics.
For example, the Teal with Opal kit requires:
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Dream Big Opal Panel (P4389 132) – 1 panel
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Dream Big Teal Panel (P4389 21) – 1 panel
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Gardenia (1895 500) – 1 ½ yards (background)
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Wade (1895 341) – ⅝ yard (binding)
Other kits follow a similar structure with different panels and colorways.
Cutting Instructions
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Trim the Center Panel to 42 ½” x 42 ½”.
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Prepare borders by cutting strips and subcutting snowball squares.
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Mark each square diagonally to guide sewing.
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Organize patches using grid tags (A1–F6) to keep correct orientation.
Organization is key for this quilt since the snowball technique relies on precise placement to frame the floral panels beautifully.
Quilt Assembly Overview
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Add Inner Borders – Stitch strips around the center panel to frame it.
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Prepare Snowball Patches – Attach snowball squares to border patches as indicated by the diagram. Corner patches receive three snowballs each for a rounded frame effect.
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Assemble Side Borders – Join snowballed patches into long strips (left and right), then attach to the quilt center.
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Assemble Top & Bottom Borders – Create top and bottom borders with the remaining snowballed patches and sew to the quilt center.
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Add Outer Border – Finish with wider strips for balance, expanding the quilt to its final size of 64” x 64”.
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Quilt & Bind – Layer quilt top with batting and backing, quilt as desired, and finish with binding strips.
Final Thoughts
At the end of this post, you’ll find the free PDF pattern that includes cutting charts, border diagrams, and detailed step-by-step instructions.
The Dream Big Simple Path Quilt proves that beginner-friendly projects can look extraordinary. With just panels, borders, and the clever use of snowball blocks, you can achieve a quilt that looks complex and professional. It’s a fantastic project for showcasing Hoffman’s Dream Big digital prints or experimenting with your own large-scale floral fabrics.
✨ Whether you’re new to quilting or simply want a quick yet stunning project, this quilt is the perfect choice to make your creativity bloom!