Decorating DIY Home Decor Fabric & Paper Projects Free Quilt Patterns for Bed-Size Quilts and Throws By Sarah Martens Sarah Martens Instagram Sarah Martens is the Senior Editor overseeing food at Better Homes & Gardens digital. She has been with the BHG brand for over 8 years. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on June 19, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Curl up with one of these handmade bed-size quilts and quilted throws. Each project comes with free quilt patterns and step-by-step instructions. 01 of 28 Modern Quilt Giant blocks, each created from five large pieces, make this modern quilt a snap to complete. Black-and-white fabrics give the project a classic but edgy look. Get instructions for the modern quilt. 02 of 28 Vintage-Inspired Quilt This 1930s reproduction print looks difficult, but it's not. Its quickly pieced rows are made up of trapezoids. Match the pattern pieces to make hexagons magically appear. Get instructions for the vintage-inspired quilt. 03 of 28 Easy Quilting Project This project of 8-1/2-inch squares makes for easy quilting with a huge impact. Bright greens, soft blues, and dark browns allow this quilt to easily transition between seasons. Get instructions for the easy quilting project. 04 of 28 Vibrant Mango Quilt Each block of this vibrant quilt uses nine different fabrics -- assorted stripes, plaids, and solids. The bright colors make this quilt a perfect spring or summer accessory. Get instructions for the vibrant mango quilt. 05 of 28 Elegant Quilting Project Show off needle-turn applique skills on an elegant throw. Subtle shifts in color mean the Parisian-inspired motifs are nearly hidden. Get instructions for the elegant quilting project. 06 of 28 Citrus Quilting Project Liven a bedroom with a quilt made from bold, citrus prints. This quilt easily brightens a kid's room or sunny guest room. Get instructions for the citrus quilting project. 07 of 28 Pretty Pieced Quilt Make over a room with a pieced quilt in flirty florals and dainty checks. Finish it with pretty prairie points. Get instructions for the pretty pieced quilt. 08 of 28 Star-Pattern Quilt Country-style pinwheels create this cozy quilted throw. Subdued quilting fabrics turn this quilt into a perfect fall accent. Get instructions for the star-pattern quilt. 09 of 28 Pastel Quilting Project A beautiful fabric collection in crisp, cool colors inspired this exquisite bed quilt and matching pillows. Get instructions for the pastel quilting project. 10 of 28 Quick and Easy Quilting Project Combine batiks and coordinating prints to create this soft, quick-to-sew bed-size quilt. There are no borders to sew, making it even easier. Get instructions for the quick and easy quilting project. 11 of 28 Quick Child's Quilt A large array of fabrics makes this a quilt suited for a kid's room. To personalize the project, use fusible web to applique custom-made initials in the center block. Get instructions for the quick child's quilt. 12 of 28 Duvet Quilting Project Finish a pieced quilt top as a duvet cover instead of layering it with batting. It's an easy way to cover a comforter and change the look of your bedroom in a weekend. Get instructions for the duvet quilting project 13 of 28 Folk Art Quilting Project This classic quilt uses contemporary methods of fusible applique and machine-blanket-stitching, giving the project a casual folk art style. Get instructions for the folk art quilting project. 14 of 28 Winter Quilting Project Simply sewn strip-piecing brings this wintry bed-size quilt together quickly. Get instructions for the winter quilting project. 15 of 28 Denim Quilting Project Turn old blue jeans into a casual quilt. It's ideal for lazy Saturdays outside. Get instructions for the denim quilting project. 16 of 28 Fabric Piecing Quilting Project A pretty paisley print surrounds a center of pinwheels framed with foundation-pieced sashing. Get instructions for the fabric piecing quilting project. 17 of 28 Checkerboard Quilt A striking blue toile surrounds square-within-a-square blocks set on point to create this timeless quilting project. Get instructions for the checkerboard quilt. 18 of 28 Polka-Dot Quilt Combine vibrant polka dot prints to make a rainbow throw. This project is great for using up fabric scraps. Get instructions for the polka-dot quilt. 19 of 28 Basket Block Quilt Combine primary-color vintage reproduction prints in the classic basket block, for a timeless throw. Get instructions for the basket block quilt. 20 of 28 Fall Leaves Quilt Low-contrast, neutral-tone frames make each leaf in this quilt stand out, creating the appearance of falling autumn leaves. Get instructions for the fall leaves quilt. 21 of 28 Geometric Quilting Project A fussy-cut floral print fills block centers in this elegant quilt design. Get instructions for the geometric quilting project. 22 of 28 Romantic Quilting Project Just three rows of pieced blocks means this quilt comes together quickly. Soft flannel florals give it a romantic feel. Get instructions for the romantic quilting project. 23 of 28 Retro Quilting Project Blend retro prints with solid black to create this bold quilt. When making a quilt with busy prints, use a solid sashing fabric to give the eye a place to rest between blocks. Get instructions for the retro quilting project. 24 of 28 Flannel Quilt A mixture of warm and cozy flannels creates this wintry quilt, perfect for cuddling up under while in front of the fire. Get instructions for the flannel quilt. 25 of 28 Simple Grid Quilting Project Bright solid-color squares pop off the gray background in this simple-to-sew grid quilt. The twin-size quilt is a great college gift. Get instructions for the simple grid quilting project. 26 of 28 Easy Hourglass Quilting Project Made using only squares, this hourglass block quilt makes great use of a selection of coordinated prints. Arrangement doesn't matter. The diagonal seams and darker fabrics in each block will create graphic angles across the quilt top. Get instructions for the easy hourglass quilting project. 27 of 28 Feminine Quilting Project Combine red, green, and pink with a range of neutrals for a pastel color scheme with softness. Get instructions for the feminine quilting project. 28 of 28 Cozy Comforter Quilt Finish a quilt this weekend: Sew flannel squares into a quilt top, tie the quilt top to batting and backing, then snuggle up under it. Get instructions for the cozy comforter quilt. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit