Villa Rosa Pattern - Melrose

Fast and fun big bargello quilting made simple.

The Melrose quilt pattern by Pat Fryer introduces an approachable way to achieve a striking bargello effect without the traditional complexity. This clever design relies on just six half-yard fabric cuts to build its signature movement. The layout truly shines when your fabrics are shaded from light to dark, creating beautiful depth and visual texture across the quilt top.

Engineered for speed, the pattern uses large cuts and a single, straightforward strip set to bring the composition together quickly. You can achieve these stunning, fluid results using your favorite rotary cutter and a standard quilting ruler, with no specialty tools required.

Suggested Skill Level:

This project is perfect for a confident beginner looking to explore bargello piecing using standard machine sewing and simple strip-assembly techniques.

What's Inside:

• Streamlined Strip Piecing: Clear instructions on how to assemble and cross-cut a single strip set for an efficient workflow.
• Fabric Selection Guidance: Helpful suggestions for arranging six half-yard cuts to maximize the shaded gradient effect.
• Signature Card Format: Printed in the highly portable Villa Rosa Designs pocket layout for easy reference at your sewing machine.

Product Specifications:

• Author: Pat Fryer
• Publisher: Villa Rosa Designs
• Finished Size: 46 inches x 63 inches
• Project Type: Quilt
• Pattern Format: Printed Paper Pattern