The Little Ghost Who Was A Quilt Book + Pattern

"The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt" is a delightful children’s book that weaves together themes of friendship, identity, and creativity. With its enchanting narrative and charming illustrations, it tells the story of a little ghost who feels out of place in a world of traditional ghosts. Instead of being spooky, this little ghost has a vibrant, patchwork personality that makes it truly unique. In this blog, we’ll explore the book’s themes and share a sewing pattern for a quilt inspired by the little ghost’s colorful journey.

The Ghost Quilt in the book is a blend of blues, cream, and white. Here at The Quilted Bee, we are home of the Buy 5 get 5 free Fat Quarters! The 10 fat quarters is only $20.06. Plus, we also carry the book.

Inspired Quilt Sewing Pattern

To celebrate the themes of this enchanting book, why not create your own quilt inspired by the little ghost? Below, we provide a simple sewing pattern that you can customize with your favorite fabrics, colors, and designs.

Materials Needed

Assorted fabric squares (colorful prints for the quilt)
Batting (for added warmth and texture)
Backing fabric (a larger piece for the back of the quilt)
Sewing machine and thread
Rotary cutter and cutting mat
Iron and ironing board
Quilting pins

Instructions

Cut Your Fabric Squares:

Cut squares of various fabrics into 5-inch x 5-inch pieces. Aim for a mix of colors and patterns to mimic the patchwork of the little ghost.
You also can cut your fat quarters into 6” strips. Sew two together, then cut down. Mix the 12 x 6 blocks to make a patchwork quilt.
Note: You can mix up the colors and make a pink version!

Assemble the Quilt Top:

Lay out your squares in a grid pattern (e.g., 8 rows of 8 squares).
Sew squares together in rows, then join the rows to complete the quilt top.

Prepare the Quilt Sandwich:

Lay your backing fabric right side down on a flat surface.
Place the batting on top, followed by the quilt top right side up.
Smooth out any wrinkles.

Pin and Quilt:

Pin the layers together to prevent shifting.
Quilt through all layers as desired. You can use straight lines, free-motion quilting, or even hand stitching to add your personal touch.

Bind the Quilt:

Cut strips of fabric for binding (2.5 inches wide). Sew the strips together to create a long strip.
Attach the binding to the edges of your quilt, folding it over to the back and sewing it down.

Conclusion

Creating a quilt inspired by "The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt" not only provides a fun and creative project but also serves as a wonderful reminder of the book’s messages. As you stitch together your colorful squares, reflect on the themes of individuality, friendship, and creativity.

Whether you’re snuggling under your new quilt or reading the book to a child, both will bring warmth and joy to your home. Happy sewing, and may your creativity flourish like the little ghost’s vibrant patchwork!